Pain (physical and/or emotional)

“My pain may be the reason for somebody’s laugh. But my laugh must never be the reason for somebody’s pain.” Charlie Chaplin

This week’s conversation is around pain, both physical and/or emotional or psychological pain.

Ironically, this subject was timely as this week has been rather challenging, and the stress is impacting on my body.  I have been suffering cramps due to the added cortisol in my body.  It began in my fingers whilst at mosaics and then severe leg cramps which interfered with my sleep.  Lack of sleep also then increased my inability to cope with the stress, which then impacts on my physical and emotional health and wellbeing. 

One of my nurse friends has suggested a remedy, however, time has been limited until today.  I will be taking a trip to the chemist later this afternoon to find the product and hoping this will ease the pain, should the cramps continue.

Adding to the challenges, I had to have my blood pathology taken last week in preparation for a specialist appointment.  In the lead up to this appointment, any ache or pain, has had my mind go down the rabbit hole and putting fear into my mind.  Thankfully, I do have the tools (mostly) to take a reality check on this and if concerned, will follow up with my General Practitioner for her input and investigation.   Happy to report, the specialist appointment went well, and I have been discharged back to the GP.

It is always interesting to see where stress lands, usually it is in my stomach – but the extra load of cortisol has been redirected to my legs!  It was lovely to have a full night’s sleep last night – without the need to jump out of bed to stretch the cramp out.  The much-needed sleep also assists in alleviating the stress levels.  Being able to talk to friends about the difficulties is also beneficial and I thank them for lending me their ears.

As the week has unfolded and upon reflection, whilst life can certainly be challenging.  I can continue to laugh (and/or cry), along with all the other emotions experienced – despite the pain.