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Living with Pain

Relating to Self and Others

By Anne Asher, About.com

Updated: July 16, 2007

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Life’s darkest moments can provide the beginning of a deeper, more profound relationship with self and others.

Learning how to speak up for your needs can help you get what you want from your doctor, your family and your friends.

When they don't understand...
What do you say to the people around you who just can’t understand how much pain you are in? Here is some information written in a friendly, human style to give to others to help them understand you:

Depression and Anxiety

Reaching out for support and understanding
People in chronic pain need to reach out to be heard and understood. (For some people this can mean the start of some wonderful friendships!)

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