@EmilyMeisner this so resonates with my chronic pain journey and I most certainly experienced the "release" earlier in my visits with my massage therapist who specializes in "light" myofascial techniques. It truly is fascinating AND effective. Still learning so much about the fascia. The Mindbody Prescription book delves into the recessess of our minds in such a way that blew me away. I followed it up with, "Unlearn Your Pain: A 28 day process to reprogram your brain" by Dr. Howard Schubiner. He used the John Sarno book as HIS inspiration to do so many studies and continues to do so with a wealth of information (both doctors have other books that are also relatable).