When to Use Brain Retraining Exercises

Let’s start with the best times to use brain retraining exercises. The key is to practice them whenever you feel symptoms, whether it’s physical pain or mental stress. You don’t need a special setup or a perfect environment; this flexibility is what makes brain retraining so powerful.

Catching Symptoms on the Spot

Whenever you feel symptoms like headaches, burning sensations, or anxiety, that’s your cue to start brain retraining. The goal is to catch these moments and address them immediately. For example, if you’re in the back of a car and feel a headache coming on, close your eyes for a minute or two and visualize the pain centers in your brain glowing and then dimming down.

This exercise helps redirect your brain’s focus from pain to a more neutral state. It’s essential to be aware of your physical and mental states throughout the day and use these moments as opportunities for brain retraining.

The Importance of Flexibility

One of the significant advantages of this exercise is its flexibility. You can do it anywhere—waiting in a parking lot, at a mall, or even while waiting for your microwave. The idea is to integrate it seamlessly into your daily routine.

Forgetting You Have Control

It’s common to forget that we can influence our pain levels. I often forgot about these tools myself. After feeling symptoms for a while, I would suddenly remember and start practicing the exercise. The more you remind yourself that you have this tool, the more natural it will become to use it regularly.

Duration and Consistency

When starting, you might need to practice brain retraining more frequently. As you progress and start feeling fewer symptoms, the need to practice will decrease. However, consistency is crucial. Initially, you may need to do it several times a day. Each session doesn’t have to be long—1 to 2 minutes can be sufficient.

Mental and Emotional Aspects

Responding to symptoms effectively also involves managing your mental and emotional reactions. It’s natural to worry and feel anxious when symptoms flare up. But the goal is to catch these negative thoughts and redirect them. This mental shift is a form of brain retraining itself.

Long-Term Commitment

Remember, brain retraining isn’t a quick fix. It takes time and dedication. For me, it took about 18 to 24 months to see significant changes. Consistent practice over weeks and months is necessary to rewire your brain for lasting results.

 

Practical Tips for Success

• Catch Symptoms Early: Use brain retraining at the first sign of symptoms.
• Practice Anywhere: Integrate it into your daily routine, no matter where you are.
• Be Consistent: Practice regularly, even if it’s just for a few minutes each time.
• Manage Thoughts: Redirect negative thoughts and anxiety whenever they arise.
• Stay Patient: Understand that it may take weeks or months to see results.

Conclusion

This brain retraining exercise, visualizing pain centers in your brain and seeing them dim, was life-changing for me. If you found this helpful, please like the video, comment with any questions, and subscribe for more content. Also, follow my new Instagram page, CFS Recovery, for additional content and interactions.

Remember, recovery is a journey. Stay strong, keep practicing, and believe in your ability to heal. You’re just one mind shift away from living a life with thriving health.