The Pain Game Podcast

By: Lyndsay Soprano
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  • Join Lyndsay Soprano and her guests weekly on The Pain Game Podcast about the game of living in and with chronic pain and trauma getting to the heart of how to heal with you by her side.
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Episodes
  • Vanquishing Back Pain

    Vanquishing Back Pain
    Oct 1 2024
    Esther Gokhale, the creator of the Gokhale Method, joins Lyndsay Soprano to share her transformative approach to back pain and posture. Drawing from her own experience with debilitating pain during pregnancy, Esther sheds light on the root causes of spinal discomfort, focusing on how modern habits have distorted natural postures.

    Instead of labeling the human body as flawed, Esther explains how our misuse of it is the real issue. Her method emphasizes techniques like "stretch sitting" to naturally realign the spine and relieve pressure. Simple adjustments in daily routines can create lasting relief, showing that pain management is within reach for everyone.

    Listeners will find practical steps to regain control over their bodies and reclaim a pain-free life through these thoughtful, anthropological insights into posture and structural health.

    Find Esther Gokhale Online Here:
    Instagram: @gokhalemethod
    Facebook: Gokhale Method
    YouTube: Gokhale Method
    Book: 8 Steps to a Pain-Free Back, by Esther Gokhale
    Website: www.gokhalemethod.com

    Find The Pain Game Podcast Online Here:
    Website: thepaingamepodcast.com
    Instagram: @thepaingamepodcast

    Episode Highlights:
    (00:00) Introduction to Chronic Pain and Healing
    (02:33) Understanding Back Pain and Its Impact
    (04:53) Esther Gauklai's Journey with Back Pain
    (09:57) The Gokhale Method: A New Approach to Pain Relief
    (17:49) Posture, Movement, and Emotional Health
    (26:09) Hope and Healing: A Message for Chronic Pain Sufferers
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    37 mins
  • Releasing Grief Once and For All

    Releasing Grief Once and For All
    Sep 24 2024
    Lyndsay Soprano connects with grief and trauma specialist Denise Dilvaard, who has turned her own immense pain into a source of healing for others. Denise recounts the sudden loss of her husband in 2009, a tragedy that revealed the shortcomings of traditional grief support. Through this experience, she developed her own approach—the Flow Grief Release Method—which has since empowered many to move through their grief more gently and effectively.

    Together, Lyndsay and Denise broaden the conversation around grief, pointing out that it isn’t limited to the death of a loved one but can stem from any profound loss, whether that’s a relationship, career, or pet. The discussion highlights the importance of fully embracing emotions and finding the right tools to release them, allowing for transformation and growth.

    Listeners are reminded that grief is a unique journey, with no set timeline or formula. This episode offers both validation and hope, emphasizing that healing is within reach for everyone.

    Find Denise Dielwart Online Here:
    Instagram: @denisedielwart_grief_unlocked
    Facebook: Denise Dielwart- International Grief Trauma expert
    YouTube: Denise Dielwart
    Podcast: Grief UNLOCKED - Reimagining Life After Loss
    Website: www.flowgriefacademy.com

    Find The Pain Game Podcast Online Here:
    Website: thepaingamepodcast.com
    Instagram: @thepaingamepodcast

    Episode Highlights:
    (00:00) Everyone in the chronic pain and trauma space has experienced loss.
    (02:32) Meet grief and trauma expert, Denise Dielwart.
    (04:22) Denise shares the sudden loss of her husband in 2009.
    (08:41) Discussing women who turned to alcohol after losing their spouses.
    (13:18) Pain isn't just physical; it can manifest in many ways.
    (16:34) Grief takes various forms beyond death.
    (19:25) Denise created the Flow Method to help process grief.
    (24:18) Grief is energy in motion—both positive and negative.
    (28:16) Letting go of grief requires redefining your identity.
    (32:45) Self-love is key to putting ourselves first.
    (34:23) The impact of child loss on relationships.
    (38:49) Denise's journey to rediscovering her identity.
    (43:38) Anxiety as a coping mechanism for loss.
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    52 mins
  • Eliminating High Voltage Anxiety

    Eliminating High Voltage Anxiety
    Sep 17 2024
    Throughout this transformative episode, Lyndsay Soprano takes you on a raw, unfiltered journey into the heart of anxiety with special guest John Graham, a three-time USA Memory Champion and Grandmaster of Memory. Anxiety isn't just a word—it's a constant, often invisible force that many battle with every day, and for Lyndsay, it's been a lifelong adversary, haunting her since she was just nine years old. Together, Lyndsay and John open up about their deeply personal experiences with anxiety, offering a window into the pain, chaos, and overwhelming fear that so often come with it.

    John's story takes a powerful turn as he describes his transition from relentless panic attacks to discovering unconventional ways to heal. Forget the usual advice; John introduces a method called "collecting potential," which reshapes how we think about managing anxiety. By rewiring the nervous system, releasing pent-up emotions, and confronting the mental traps that hold us back, he found his way out of the storm—and he's here to share how you can, too.

    This isn't just another conversation about anxiety. It’s an invitation to look at the beast in the mirror, challenge its grip, and uncover the possibilities waiting beneath the surface. Whether you've felt trapped by your own mind or know someone who has, this episode brings hope, insight, and real-life tools to help break the cycle and reclaim your peace.

    Find John Graham Online Here:
    Instagram: @memoryjohng
    Facebook: John Graham
    YouTube: John Graham - USA Memory Champion
    Linked In: John Graham
    Website: optimizeyourmind.co

    Find The Pain Game Podcast Online Here:
    Website: thepaingamepodcast.com
    Instagram: @thepaingamepodcast

    Episode Highlights:
    (00:00) Welcome to The Pain Game Podcast, where we discuss chronic pain and trauma.
    (04:11) John battled anxiety and panic attacks for 20 years using unconventional techniques.
    (08:47) Lyndsay shares her experience with anti-anxiety medication.
    (14:38) The instinct to immediately want to rid yourself of anxiety.
    (17:56) John shares what he's done to manage anxiety.
    (18:14) Unresolved moments from your past stay with you.
    (21:41) Lyndsay struggles with controlling anxiety during meditation.
    (28:05) The concept of letting go of anxiety and expanding your capacity.
    (34:34) Does releasing suppressed emotions ease anxiety?
    (36:53) The challenge of letting go of the mind’s identity.
    (42:48) How do you escape anxiety in the moment?
    (47:25) Releasing emotions increases your potential.
    (56:41) Make peace with the things that bother you.
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    58 mins
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