ASH Foundation

Chronic Pain

Healing is possible.

Resources, community, and faith-centered conversations for those living with chronic pain and long-term illness β€” even when the cure does not come.

Upcoming Event

Healing Beyond the Cure

A Chronic Pain Fireside

ASH Foundation Presents

Healing Beyond the Cure

A Chronic Pain Fireside

November 7

10:00 – 11:30 AM

LDS Meeting House
3260 Hwy 91 Β· Littlefield, AZ

Free Event Β· Open to All

Event Details

πŸ“… November 7 Β· 10:00–11:30 AM

πŸ“ LDS Meeting House3260 Hwy 91, Littlefield, AZ

“Healing Beyond the Cure is a faith-centered conversation about finding peace, hope, purpose and healing while living with chronic pain or long-term illness β€” even when circumstances or symptoms do not completely go away.”

Introduction

A Message from Siera

Hear from Siera about what the Chronic Pain Fireside is all about, why it matters, and what you can expect when you join us.

Chronic Pain Resources

Find the Support You Need

Curated for those living with chronic pain

We’ve organized these resources around what you’re actually looking for β€” not just by format. Open any section to explore books, podcasts, apps, websites, providers, and tools that can help.

Understanding Chronic Pain & the Pain System

Books

The Body Keeps the Score β€” Bessel van der Kolk
Mind-body connection and trauma’s role in chronic pain.
Explain Pain β€” David Butler & Lorimer Moseley
Science-based approach to understanding why we feel pain.
The Pain Chronicles β€” Melanie Thernstrom
History, culture, and science of chronic pain.

Podcasts

Tell Me About Your Pain β€” Alan Gordon
Evidence-based strategies; addresses fear and pain cycles.
The Curable Group β€” Pain Recovery
Science of chronic pain with real recovery stories.

Apps & Websites

Curable App
Evidence-based chronic pain recovery program.
PainScale
Track symptoms and understand your pain patterns.
The Pain Relief Project
Free online program from top pain researchers.
Movement, Physical Therapy & the Body

Books

Healing Back Pain β€” John Sarno
Mind-body approach to structural pain conditions.
Yoga for Pain Relief β€” Kelly McGonigal
Gentle practices for those with chronic conditions.

Podcasts

The Pelvic PT Rising Podcast
Pelvic PT and whole-body pain education.
Move Forward Radio β€” APTA
Physical therapist perspectives on movement and recovery.

Tools & Videos

Hinge Health
PT-guided movement program for musculoskeletal pain.
Yoga with Adriene β€” Yoga for Chronic Pain
Free YouTube series for gentle movement.
Counseling, Mental Health & Emotional Support

Books

When the Body Says No β€” Gabor MatΓ©
Connection between emotional suppression and illness.
The Grief Recovery Handbook β€” James & Friedman
Processing loss β€” including the loss of your former health.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy for Chronic Pain β€” Dahl & Lundgren
ACT-based approach to living well despite pain.

Podcasts

Therapy Chat β€” Laura Reagan, LCSW
Trauma-informed therapy perspectives.
The Grief Recovery Method Podcast
Navigating loss and emotional pain in chronic illness.
Sleep

Books

Why We Sleep β€” Matthew Walker
The science of sleep and its role in pain, healing, and recovery.
Say Good Night to Insomnia β€” Gregg Jacobs
CBT-I approach to overcoming sleep problems.

Apps & Tools

Sleepio
Digital CBT program for sleep improvement.
Sleep Reset
Guided sleep improvement program.
Insight Timer β€” Sleep Meditations
Free guided sleep sessions.
Nutrition & Lifestyle

Books

The Inflammation Spectrum β€” Will Cole
Personalizing diet to reduce inflammation and pain.
Grain Brain β€” David Perlmutter
Diet, brain health, and their connection to chronic conditions.

Websites

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics β€” eatright.org
Registered dietitian resources for chronic disease management.
Arthritis Foundation β€” arthritis.org
Anti-inflammatory recipes and nutrition guidance.
Mindfulness, Regulation & Nervous System Support

Books

Full Catastrophe Living β€” Jon Kabat-Zinn
The original MBSR program for pain and illness.
The Relaxation Response β€” Herbert Benson
Physiology of relaxation and its role in healing.

Apps

Calm
Guided meditation, sleep stories, breathing exercises.
Headspace
Structured mindfulness courses for beginners and beyond.
Insight Timer
Free meditations from global teachers.

Practices

MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction)
8-week evidence-based program β€” available online and in many communities.
Somatic Experiencing (SE)
Body-based approach for nervous system regulation and trauma resolution.
Additional Opportunities for Support & Learning

Faith & Spirituality

The Infinite Atonement β€” Tad Callister
LDS perspective on Christ’s healing in all forms of suffering.
Trusting God β€” Jerry Bridges
Faith-based approach to surrendering circumstances we can’t control.
Suffering Is Never for Nothing β€” Elisabeth Elliot
Finding purpose in the midst of chronic suffering.

Habits & Resilience

Atomic Habits β€” James Clear
Build small, sustainable routines that support healing.
The Chronic Illness Workbook β€” Patricia Fennell
Practical tools for managing the phases of chronic illness.
Local & Professional Resources

Physical Therapy Providers

Southwest Spine & Pain Center
Multiple Utah locations Β· southwestspineandpain.com
Resilience Physical Therapy
St. George, UT Β· (435) 628-9999

Counselors & Therapists

Psychology Today Provider Search
Find a local therapist specializing in chronic illness: psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
NOCD β€” OCD & Anxiety Therapy
Online therapy for anxiety related to chronic conditions Β· treatmyocd.com

Programs & Retreats

Mayo Clinic Pain Rehabilitation Center
Comprehensive inpatient/outpatient pain program Β· mayoclinic.org
U of U Pain Research Center
Salt Lake City, UT Β· pain.utah.edu

Fireside Materials

Resources from Healing Beyond the Cure

Attendees can access all materials from the fireside here β€” before, during, or after the event. Check back as the event approaches; more resources will be added as they’re finalized.

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Presentation Slides

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Handouts & Worksheets

Printable materials to take home

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Resource List

All recommended books, apps & tools

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Event Recording

Watch the full fireside afterward

After Event

πŸ“± Our event QR code links directly here β€” attendees can scan to access all materials before, during, and after the fireside.

Come As You Are

The Chronic Pain Fireside is open to everyone. Whether you live with chronic pain yourself, love someone who does, or simply want to learn more β€” you are welcome here.