To repeat myself, imagination is a useful tool in pain control. If you’re in a great amount of discomfort, envision being some place far away from your pain. For example--while breathing in a slow and controlled manner--you may imagine yourself lying on a beach. Absorb the warmth of the sun on your skin allowing its rays to energize and relax you. Hear the sound of the waves crashing on the shore. Feel a gentle breeze move over your body. Smell the ocean. Taste the sea salt in the air. Imagine dolphins jumping in and out of the water. Picture seagulls flying in the air. Visualize as many details as possible. As you distract yourself from your pain by using your imagination, relief will come, even if it’s just a little.
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