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Incredible books on the subject of MindBody symptoms

  • The Pain Habit by Drew Coverdale - Easily digestible, concise explanation of why pain persists/becomes chronic with relatable examples.

  • The Way Out by Alan Gordon - An informative guide to Pain Reprocessing and breaking the pain - fear cycle.

  • Unlearn your Pain by Howard Schubiner MD - Covers every aspect of MindBody Symptoms and includes a 28 day self-help program

  • The meaning of Truth by Nicole Sachs LCSW - A deep dive into being honest with yourself and a guide to JournalSpeak  

  • The Divided Mind by John Sarno MD - Covers Dr Sarno’s early insights into TMS/MindBody symptoms, how, why and what can be done to relieve them.

  • Back in Control by David Hanscom MD - An eloquent summary of persistent pain and a thoughtful approach to relief.

  • Chronic Pain: Your Key to Recovery by Georgie Oldfield MCSP - A comprehensive guide to Chronic pain and how to recover

  • The Hidden Psychology of Pain by Dr James Alexander - A thorough examination of the experience of chronic pain and the means to resolve it.

  • The Great Pain Deception by Steve Ozanich - A compelling personal account of TMS/Chronic pain and comprehensive recovery details.

  • Think Away your Pain by David Scechter MD - An easy read that demystifies MindBody pain with guidance on healing.

  • Healing Back Pain by John Sarno MD - An early work that empowered pain sufferers to take an alternative approach to chronic pain.

Fabulous Podcasts suggestions

Here are some of the fabulous people doing incredible work helping to bring this subject into the public arena. I’ve included a variety to cover education and information as well as examples of success stories (especially helpful if you have any niggling doubts).

If you only listen to One podcast, this one is an absolute must:

Feel better Live More with Dr Chatterjee

Episode 310: An interview with Howard Schubiner on how to unlearn Chronic Pain

Like Mind Like Body

with Christie Uipi LCSW

Christie interviews top researchers and authors in this field together with relatable recovery stories. Fantastically informative.

The Cure for Chronic Pain

with Nicole Sachs LCSW

Nicole interviews individuals with varying TMS/MindBody symptoms that have followed her program and recovered. Truly inspiring!

From Chronic pain to Passion

with Anna Holtzman MHMC

Anna interviews experts and individuals who have recovered from a myriad of symptoms. Very down-to-earth.

Tell me about your Pain

with Alan Gordon and Alon Ziv

Live recordings of real chronic pain sufferers responding to the latest pain reprocessing techniques. Real Life!

There is no need to read or listen to them all, honestly, one is enough

Explore anything that appeals.


Whilst it may be tempting to fully immerse yourself in the subject I would however, highly recommend balancing MindBody literature with something joyful and entertaining, sometimes we need to just switch off.