In this episode, I dive into the way urgency, fear, and a need for control often lead us to over-respond when we're dealing with pain or discomfort, and how that can actually lead to emotionally-driven decisions that hinder healing. I'll also discuss the spectrum of responses to pain—from over-responders to under-responders—and offer some reflection questions to help you understand your own behaviors. Most importantly, I share why cultivating trust in your body’s ability to heal (with time) is the key to recovery. Plus, I touch on how internalized ableism can fuel this urgency and why we need to rethink how we approach pain and recovery.