In this episode, I explore powerful, practical ways to reduce pain and stress 'in the moment'. I share personal strategies I've developed over the years to help shift into a better, less painful, less stressful state, including:✔️ Using the 'third person' perspective to reframe stressful thoughts ✔️ Tackling challenging tasks immediately to avoid stress snowballing ✔️ The benefits of hot and cold exposure for lowering inflammation ✔️ How a stroll in nature can act as a powerful anti-inflammatory ✔️ The restorative power of short naps ✔️ Using heat and cooling gels for quick pain relief✔️ The importance of social connection in managing pain and stress✔️ Creating a clear action plan for flares or high-stress periods✔️ Practicing gratitude to reframe your perspective✔️ The pain-relieving power of laughterI discuss how these cognitive and physical strategies can work in tandem to help manage both stress and pain, which are often interconnected. I emphasise the importance of tailoring these approaches to suit your individual needs and incorporating them into your routine in a way that feels natural and beneficial. To access links to the studies discussed in this podcast: 🔗 Show notes For more information, head to the Gut Heroes website: 🔗 https://gutheroes.com Disclaimer: Please note, this is for informational purposes only. Gut Heroes does not offer medical advice. We are all different and what works for me may not work for you. I setup Gut Heroes to share information with you. To shine a light on my own personal discoveries (as I currently understand them) and to help you with your own personal research.