From a Wheelchair to Walking Two Hours: CFS & POTS Recovery

After being housebound with ME/CFS, POTS and MCAS, Jools went from a wheelchair to walking for two hours. She even danced at her daughter’s wedding!

Recovery Story, Chronic Fatigue SyndromeRebecca TolinJanuary 20, 2026Trauma healing, nervous system regulation, chronic illness recovery, ME/CFS, mind–body medicine, somatic practices, fear reduction, emotional resilience, self-compassion, and building a sense of safety in the bodyComment

What a Wasp Sting Taught Me About Nervous System Safety

The same mind-body practices that supported my ME/CFS recovery helped me regulate my nervous system after a severe allergic reaction.

Rebecca TolinDecember 9, 2025trauma healing, nervous system regulation, chronic illness recovery, ME/CFS, mind-body medicine, somatic practices, self-compassion, nervous system healing, trauma-informed healing, neuroplasticity, gentle healing practices, allergic reaction, wasp sting, wasp allergic reaction, Insomnia, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, neuroplastic symptomsComment

3 Keys to Overcome Long Covid and Live a Beautiful Life

Dr. Becca Kennedy is treating patients with Long Covid, ME/CFS, POTS and other neuroplastic symptoms using mind-body medicine. She explains three pathways to recovery.

Rebecca TolinJune 19, 2024Long Covid, Long Covid recovery, Long Haulers, Mind-Body Medicine, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, nervous system regulation, Howard Schubiner, neuroplasticity, Chronic fatigue, CFS RecoveryComment

A Heartfelt Message on How to Heal and Thrive Right Now

In this essay, I share deep-rooted truths I learned on my healing journey with CFS. I invite you to tune into your human powers of asking, listening and sensing!

Rebecca TolinJune 11, 2023Long Covid, Long Covid recovery, Chronic fatigue syndrome, John Sarno, mind-body healing, chronic fatigue recovery, mindfulness, Mindful Self Compassion, neuroplastic symptoms, neuroplasticity, nervous system regulation Comments

Why Pleasure Is Powerful Medicine To Heal Chronic Pain and Fatigue

When we’re unwell, enjoyment seems irrelevant. But simple pleasures tell our nervous system we’re safe, as I discuss with French podcaster Léna Champy.

Rebecca TolinAugust 25, 2022John Sarno, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, ME/CFS, chronic pain cure, be your own medicine, Howard Schubiner, Gabor Mate, mind body healing, neuroplastic pain, nervous system regulation, Lena Champy Comments

How to Calm Your Mind with One Simple, Somatic Practice

Orienting is a simple but potent practice to do when you feel scared or scattered. You can “orient” at your desk, standing in line, or anywhere you need calming.

Rebecca TolinMay 20, 2021Rebecca TolinPeter Levine, Dr John Sarno, Inner healing, Somatic Experiencing, Somatic Meditation, mind-body healing, mindfulness, Mind-Body Syndrome, Tension Myositis Syndrome, Orienting, nervous system regulation Comments

6 Ways to Feel Safe in Your Brain and Body

Instead of waiting to heal to enjoy life. Enjoy life now and see how you heal. This instills a sense of safety, which is vital to recover from chronic pain, fatigue, headaches and other stress symptoms.

Rebecca TolinNovember 28, 2020nervous system regulation, mind-body healing, cure for chronic fatigue, cure for chronic pain, John Sarno, embodiment, Howard Schubiner Comments

3 Steps to Wellbeing and Peace in Turbulent Times

Both worries and physical symptoms distract us from feeling underlying emotions. When you notice your mind catastrophizing, pause and acknowledge it. Now ask, what emotion am I feeling?

Rebecca TolinOctober 29, 2020inner peace, mind-body healing, dr. john sarno, nervous system regulation, processing emotions, connection to nature, power of thoughts, life coaching, cure for chronic fatigue, cure for chronic pain, cure for anxiety and insomnia Comments

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