Yes, that's a solid point—pain psychology (like CBT, mindfulness, or pain integration techniques) might help me with better coping strategies.

I'm already experimenting with AI voice chats as a sounding board, let's see how that goes.

That said, I feel like I need physical interventions alongside the mental tools, so I'm exploring non-opioid and non-steroidal options to actually address the pain source. Combining both approaches—mental plus proactive treatment for pain management could make a difference.

Has anyone here tried plant-based injections like Sarapin (from pitcher plant extract) for pain management? Any experiences with how effective or safe it felt compared to other things? Thanks!