Many people notice that alcohol seems to “take the edge off” their pain — but what’s really going on in the brain when that happens? And why does it sometimes backfire later?

This episode breaks down the neuroscience of how alcohol influences pain processing, both in the short term and over time.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

➡️ Why alcohol can temporarily calm the pain system and create a short-term pain-relieving effect.
➡️ The brain and nervous system mechanisms behind alcohol’s interaction with pain pathways.
➡️ The long-term consequences of using alcohol for pain relief, including how it can actually worsen sensitivity and pain over time.
➡️ Why alcohol is not a sustainable or effective strategy for managing chronic pain.

Whether you’ve wondered why your pain eases after a drink, or you’re curious about the science behind pain relief, this episode will give you clarity — without the myths or oversimplifications.


📌 Next Steps: If you’d like to get support and the step-by-step plan, let’s talk.

Book a free call to see if my proven 5-phase protocol is the right fit to help you repair your overactive pain pathways—without pills, procedures, endless therapies, or mind-over-matter wishful thinking ➡️ https://www.alissawolfe.com/book-call

Do you struggle with chronic pain that just won't go away despite trying everything?

In this episode, I break down my proven 5-phase method for reducing stubborn pain by addressing overactive pain pathways—the missing piece that most doctors and traditional treatments overlook.

What You'll Learn:
➡️ Why most treatments for chronic pain fail to provide lasting relief
➡️ The critical role overactive pain pathways play in persistent pain
➡️ My evidence-based 5-phase method developed over a decade of specialized pain research
➡️ Practical steps you can implement to begin breaking the pain cycle
➡️ Why a comprehensive system works better than isolated strategies or quick fixes

📌 Next Steps: If you’d like to get support and the step-by-step plan, let’s talk.

Book a free call to see if my proven 5-phase protocol is the right fit to help you repair your overactive pain pathways—without pills, procedures, endless therapies, or mind-over-matter wishful thinking ➡️ https://www.alissawolfe.com/book-call

In this inspiring interview, I’m joined by Leslie—an Ironman triathlete, cyclist, and CRPS advocate—who shares how she reclaimed her life after being diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) following foot surgery.

Leslie opens up about:
✔️ How she used the strategies inside The Chronic Pain Breakup Method to dramatically reduce her pain, and get back to the activities she loves (yes, including hiking 10 miles and biking 30+ miles!)
✔️ Her biggest “aha” moments that shifted her recovery
✔️ When she realized emotions and anger were holding her back and keeping her from healing
✔️ Why these techniques helped her in ways that other pain courses didn’t
✔️ How she found hope for recovery—and is now helping others do the same

If you've been diagnosed with CRPS, Leslie’s story will give you a fresh sense of hope and clarity on what’s possible.

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✨Special Announcement!✨
Leslie has generously offered to sponsor one qualified person with CRPS to join The Chronic Pain Breakup Method online program.

👉 Go here to learn all the details and fill out your application: https://forms.fillout.com/t/2oxE7B999Lus

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