CPPS Support Group Session 1: Mind-Body Connection & Recovery

 

Session 1 - Understanding Your CPPS Journey

January 2025 | Karl Monahan & Tim Beames

Key Topics

A deep dive into the mind-body connection in CPPS, managing catastrophic thinking, understanding nerve pain, and rebuilding confidence in recovery.

Episode Timestamps

00:00 - Welcome and session introduction

05:18 - Understanding the mind-body connection

27:08 - Strategies for managing catastrophic thinking

34:19 - CPPS vs pudendal neuralgia explained

47:39 - Case study: Recovery journey

54:03 - Rebuilding intimacy confidence

56:24 - Positive mindset techniques

Key Discussion Points
  • Why the mind-body connection isn't "all in your head"
  • Understanding nerve function and sensitivity
  • How catastrophic thinking affects symptoms
  • Practical approaches to managing flare-ups
  • Building intimacy confidence after diagnosis
  • The role of self-care in recovery
Resources Mentioned
Meet the Hosts

Karl Monahan - Male Pelvic Health Specialist

Tim Beames -Specialist Pain Physiotherapist 

Keywords

CPPS, chronic pelvic pain syndrome, mind-body connection, catastrophising, pudendal neuralgia, pelvic pain recovery, male pelvic health, flare-up management, chronic pain management, nerve pain, pelvic pain support, mindfulness for CPPS, intimacy with CPPS, mental health and CPPS

Register for next month's session

This session is part of our monthly CPPS Support Group series, providing expert guidance and community support for men navigating chronic pelvic pain syndrome.

 

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