From the Vault: Back Pain, Relapse, and Living in the "Messy Middle" with Jacqueline

Jacqueline lived with chronic back pain for years, underwent two spine surgeries, and later experienced a prolonged relapse. By revisiting journal speak and adopting a more compassionate, less fear‑driven approach, she eventually became pain‑free and returned to regular exercise and family life.

Originally shared on The Cure for Chronic Pain with Nicole Sachs, LCSW