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Practical strategies to manage persistent pain

Healthy lifestyle habits

Adopting a healthy lifestyle will play a big role in your ability to cope with pain. Small changes can make a big difference. See the ‘Healthy lifestyle’ section for more information about this.

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Management of pain flare-ups Mindfulness and Chronic Pain How To Meditate For Beginners Mindfulness - Mindful breathing Mindfulness - Body scan Guided Meditation | Loving Kindness for Self Compassion Take a deep breath Box Breathing Exercise | TAKE A DEEP BREATH | Pranayama Series Belly breathing exercise: Calming the body and mind Progressive Muscle Relaxation - Simple Guided Calming Exercise for Beginners More detailed Mindfulness tips and advice on the NHS website ‘Every Mind Matters’ NHS Sheffield Talking Therapies Urgent help | Sheffield Health and Social Care

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