"Pain isn’t the problem—it’s the signal. It’s your body’s fire alarm telling you something needs attention."

What if pain isn’t the enemy but a tool? In this episode, I dive into one of my favorite topics—pain—and how rethinking it can unlock healing and better health. I talk about why mindset matters as much as physical health in overcoming pain, how pain serves as an “error signal” from the body, and why curiosity is the best approach to understanding and managing it. I also share personal stories, like how strengthening my back transformed a lingering injury, and discuss practical tools like visualization, journaling, and movement to take control of pain and use it as a guide toward health.

If you’ve ever struggled with chronic pain, feared it, or let it define you, this episode will help you shift that perspective. Pain isn’t a verdict—it’s a message. And when we learn to listen, we can heal better and faster. Ready to rethink your relationship with pain? Tune in and take the first step. If you have questions or want to chat about your specific pain journey, give our office a call at 337-504-5144—our team is here to help!

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Welcome to another episode of The Pain and Performance Podcast. In this episode, I address various health topics, including low back pain, skincare routines involving retinoids, the benefits of endonasal release, the importance of skull adjustments for joint function, and the effectiveness of high-intensity laser therapy in speeding up healing. I emphasize the significance of holistic health strategies to enhance overall well-being and healing processes.

Takeaways

-- This is my little kind of Q & A show.
-- If you can go, go. I would just not go during high time.
-- You need somebody to get their hands on you.
-- You're not your image, you're not your MRI.
-- Retinoids help a lot to repair skin tissue.
-- Endonasal release can help with all of those.
-- The joints in your skull are supposed to glide and slide.
-- High intensity laser can speed healing time by 300%.
-- Do the basic stuff right and watch how much your healing process changes.
-- Do one thing to get a little bit healthier today.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Tea with Dr. D
01:47 Understanding Low Back Pain
08:20 Skincare and Retinoids
09:47 Endonasal Release Explained
13:06 Skull Adjustments and Joint Function
19:25 High-Intensity Laser Therapy
23:05 Holistic Health Strategies

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Welcome to another episode of the Pain and Performance Podcast. In this episode, Anjan Katta and I explore the complex relationship between technology and nature. We discuss the importance of disconnecting from technology to recharge, the pitfalls of optimization and life hacking, and the need for a holistic approach to technology design. Anjan shares his journey from being obsessed with productivity to creating Daylight, a new type of computer that prioritizes human health and well-being. Our conversation emphasizes the need for environmental design to foster better habits and the philosophical shift required to create technology that serves humanity rather than enslaves it. In our conversation, Anjan shares his journey of creating a new type of computer designed to reduce digital fatigue and promote healthier interactions with technology. He discusses the challenges of securing investment, the emotional toll of entrepreneurship, and the importance of integrating technology into our lives in a way that enhances human connection. Our conversation also touches on practical health advice for improving well-being through environmental changes.


Takeaways

-- Disconnecting from technology can lead to greater energy and well-being.
-- Many technologists seek refuge in nature to recharge.
-- Optimization can lead to burnout and dissatisfaction.
-- Environmental design can help create healthier habits.
-- Natural living is about embracing time-tested practices.
-- Technology should enhance human health, not detract from it.
-- A holistic approach is necessary for true well-being.
-- The design of technology impacts our mental health.
-- Creating a supportive environment is key to productivity.
-- Daylight aims to redefine the relationship between humans and technology. I had to spend my entire life savings to get it off the ground.
-- It's so much easier to just be cynical about human nature.
-- It was like I could finally breathe for the first time.
-- The journal is so important because it captures the tough times.
-- We don't need to be prescriptive about technology use.
-- People do want to improve their lives and not be addicted.
-- Replace your fluorescent lights with warmer lights for better sleep.

Chapters

00:00 The Intersection of Technology and Nature
05:52 The Struggle with Technology Addiction
11:54 The Birth of Daylight: A New Approach to Technology
17:47 Philosophical Shifts in Technology Design
36:43 The Struggle for Investment
42:22 Overcoming Doubt and Bankruptcy
51:35 Designing Technology for Human Connection
01:02:44 Practical Health Advice for Better Living

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