This post by Thom Hartmann is a brilliant and present-day application of the practical truth's from Hartmann's "Cracking the Code" - probably the best book on communication I've read. Thom also touched on the core ideas of moving away from pain/ moving towards pleasure while on MSNBC with Ali Velshi on Saturday. This is good. More of us …
This post by Thom Hartmann is a brilliant and present-day application of the practical truth's from Hartmann's "Cracking the Code" - probably the best book on communication I've read. Thom also touched on the core ideas of moving away from pain/ moving towards pleasure while on MSNBC with Ali Velshi on Saturday. This is good. More of us need to know what is truly motivating our thoughts and feelings, and having Thom on national TV is a good way to do just that.
Thom also mentioned a quote by perpetually-on--point Sabrina Haake in today's post (everyone should subscribe to her substack) which speaks to the unbreakable truth that trump's sole method for motivating people is to bludgeon them with a very ugly stick. It's true. There's no hope, and no hope for hope, in anything trump embodies - he is fear incarnate. And fear may burn the hottest, but it burns out the quickest.
Harris and Walz on the other hand, well, the joy we're witnessing and experiencing speaks for itself. It may take time to grow, but hope lives steady and stronger.
Brilliant was the exact word I was going to use, and as someone who went to med school 20+ years ago, it reminds me of the process of “pain accommodation.” We learn to live with it by necessity, and it loses power with time. I’ll quote a summary here, for anyone interested or who wants to think of pithy parallels to the current Trump/Vance constant pain strategy!
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Pain accommodation refers to the physiological and psychological process by which the body and mind adapt to persistent or chronic pain over time. This process involves several key aspects:
1. Neuroplasticity: The nervous system can change and adapt its structure and function in response to ongoing pain signals. This can lead to:
a) Central sensitization: Increased sensitivity of the central nervous system to pain signals.
b) Descending modulation: Changes in how the brain regulates pain signals from the body.
2. Psychological adaptation: The mind develops coping mechanisms to deal with ongoing pain, which may include:
a) Cognitive reframing: Changing one's perspective on pain and its impact.
b) Acceptance: Learning to live with pain rather than constantly fighting against it.
c) Developing new routines or habits to manage pain.
3. Behavioral changes: People may alter their activities and lifestyle to accommodate pain, such as:
a) Avoiding certain movements or activities that exacerbate pain.
b) Adopting new postures or movement patterns.
c) Using assistive devices or modifying their environment.
4. Physiological changes: The body may undergo various changes in response to chronic pain:
a) Muscle tension or weakness in affected areas.
b) Changes in hormone levels and stress responses.
c) Alterations in sleep patterns and energy levels.
5. Social adjustments: Pain can affect relationships and social interactions, leading to:
a) Changes in social roles or responsibilities.
b) Seeking support from family, friends, or support groups.
c) Adjusting communication styles to express pain-related needs.
It's important to note that while pain accommodation can help individuals cope with chronic pain, it may also lead to maladaptive behaviors or beliefs that can hinder recovery or quality of life. Proper pain management often involves a multidisciplinary approach, including medical treatment, physical therapy, psychological support, and lifestyle modifications.
This post by Thom Hartmann is a brilliant and present-day application of the practical truth's from Hartmann's "Cracking the Code" - probably the best book on communication I've read. Thom also touched on the core ideas of moving away from pain/ moving towards pleasure while on MSNBC with Ali Velshi on Saturday. This is good. More of us need to know what is truly motivating our thoughts and feelings, and having Thom on national TV is a good way to do just that.
Thom also mentioned a quote by perpetually-on--point Sabrina Haake in today's post (everyone should subscribe to her substack) which speaks to the unbreakable truth that trump's sole method for motivating people is to bludgeon them with a very ugly stick. It's true. There's no hope, and no hope for hope, in anything trump embodies - he is fear incarnate. And fear may burn the hottest, but it burns out the quickest.
Harris and Walz on the other hand, well, the joy we're witnessing and experiencing speaks for itself. It may take time to grow, but hope lives steady and stronger.
Brilliant was the exact word I was going to use, and as someone who went to med school 20+ years ago, it reminds me of the process of “pain accommodation.” We learn to live with it by necessity, and it loses power with time. I’ll quote a summary here, for anyone interested or who wants to think of pithy parallels to the current Trump/Vance constant pain strategy!
~
Pain accommodation refers to the physiological and psychological process by which the body and mind adapt to persistent or chronic pain over time. This process involves several key aspects:
1. Neuroplasticity: The nervous system can change and adapt its structure and function in response to ongoing pain signals. This can lead to:
a) Central sensitization: Increased sensitivity of the central nervous system to pain signals.
b) Descending modulation: Changes in how the brain regulates pain signals from the body.
2. Psychological adaptation: The mind develops coping mechanisms to deal with ongoing pain, which may include:
a) Cognitive reframing: Changing one's perspective on pain and its impact.
b) Acceptance: Learning to live with pain rather than constantly fighting against it.
c) Developing new routines or habits to manage pain.
3. Behavioral changes: People may alter their activities and lifestyle to accommodate pain, such as:
a) Avoiding certain movements or activities that exacerbate pain.
b) Adopting new postures or movement patterns.
c) Using assistive devices or modifying their environment.
4. Physiological changes: The body may undergo various changes in response to chronic pain:
a) Muscle tension or weakness in affected areas.
b) Changes in hormone levels and stress responses.
c) Alterations in sleep patterns and energy levels.
5. Social adjustments: Pain can affect relationships and social interactions, leading to:
a) Changes in social roles or responsibilities.
b) Seeking support from family, friends, or support groups.
c) Adjusting communication styles to express pain-related needs.
It's important to note that while pain accommodation can help individuals cope with chronic pain, it may also lead to maladaptive behaviors or beliefs that can hinder recovery or quality of life. Proper pain management often involves a multidisciplinary approach, including medical treatment, physical therapy, psychological support, and lifestyle modifications.