Life Over Pain - Andrew Cohen - I Am Not My Pain

Life Over Pain

As a young man, Andrew Cohen led a full life in NYC. Then he felt a pain in his back. That pain has led Andrew through a journey of resilience, self-reflection, and courage. He has tried surgery. That fixed one issue but not the many others. He tried medication. That wasn't effective and it was addictive. He dug deep to find the strength to pursue solutions that work for him. Now, rather than medication or surgery, he looks things like meditation, specifically "I am not my pain." This approach has helped him gain acceptance that he may not be able to accomplish as much as he once did. It helps him remain flexible and to find a way to adjust to what each day brings.