A Lifeing Circle
Know Pain, Know Gain: Foundations of Pain Reprocessing
An eight-week Lifeing Circle with Dana Schnell
Living with chronic pain can feel overwhelming. You may have tried countless treatments, searched for answers, or wondered why your body continues to sound the alarm even when nothing seems to explain it. It can be exhausting, confusing, and isolating.
This eight-week Lifeing Circle is an invitation to explore chronic pain through a different lens. Together, we'll learn how the brain and nervous system work to protect us, why pain can sometimes persist even when the body has healed or there is no ongoing tissue damage, and how modern pain science offers hope for recovery. Using principles from Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), nervous system education, and practical coaching tools, we'll begin building new experiences of safety, curiosity, and confidence.
This Circle is designed to introduce the foundations of neuroplastic pain and provide practical skills you can begin using right away. You won't be expected to have all the answers or make dramatic changes overnight. Instead, we'll focus on understanding, practicing, and taking small, meaningful steps together in a supportive community.
Is This Circle Right for You?
This Circle may be a good fit if you...
- live with chronic or persistent pain that has lasted longer than expected
- are curious about the connection between the brain, nervous system, and chronic pain
- feel frustrated because medical tests or treatments have not fully explained your symptoms
- want to better understand the science behind neuroplastic pain in a supportive, non-judgmental environment
- are looking for simple, practical tools that can be incorporated into everyday life
- want to replace fear and frustration with curiosity, self-compassion, and hope
- enjoy learning alongside others who understand the challenges of living with chronic pain
Whether you are taking your very first step or continuing your healing journey, you are warmly welcomed here exactly as you are.
What We'll Explore Together
Together, we'll build a foundation of understanding while learning practical tools that can help reduce fear and increase a sense of safety. Each week builds on the previous one, allowing you to gradually strengthen your understanding of neuroplastic pain and develop skills you can continue using long after the Circle ends.
Topics may include:
- Understanding neuroplastic pain and the brain's protective role
- Building evidence that supports a neuroplastic diagnosis
- Learning Somatic Tracking and safety reappraisal
- Practicing nervous system regulation strategies
- Recognizing how stress and other danger signals influence pain
- Identifying protective patterns that may unintentionally reinforce symptoms
- Developing greater self-compassion
- Creating a personalized toolbox for continued growth
By the end of eight weeks, you will...
- better understand how chronic pain can develop and why it sometimes persists
- feel more confident recognizing patterns that contribute to your pain experience
- have practical tools to help calm your nervous system and respond differently to pain
- leave with a personalized foundation you can continue building on after the Circle ends
Week by Week
Week 1
Understanding Neuroplastic Pain
Week 2
Building Your Evidence
Week 3
Teaching Your Brain Safety
Week 4
Learning When to Pivot
Week 5
Looking Beyond Pain
Week 6
Recognizing Protective Patterns
Week 7
Practicing Self-Compassion
Week 8
Moving Forward
Meet Your Facilitator
Dana Schnell, PCC
Professional Certified Coach (ICF) • Health & Wellness Educator • Founder of Know Pain, Know Gain
Hi, I'm Dana Schnell, founder of Know Pain, Know Gain, a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) through the International Coaching Federation, and an educator with Master's degrees in Community Psychology and Education.
For over 25 years, I've been passionate about helping people learn, grow, and reconnect with their own strengths. My work combines modern pain neuroscience, nervous system education, and compassionate coaching to help people better understand chronic pain and develop practical tools that support meaningful change.
I've completed specialized training in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), Pain Education and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Pain, and Motivational Interviewing for Chronic Pain. I'm also a member of the International Coaching Federation and the Association for the Treatment of Neuroplastic Symptoms (ATNS), where I continue learning from leaders in the field.
What I love most about this work is watching people move from confusion and fear toward understanding and hope. My goal is to make complex neuroscience approachable, practical, and applicable to everyday life. You can expect a welcoming environment where questions are encouraged, small wins are celebrated, and every participant is treated with compassion and respect.
Program Details
- Duration
- Eight Weeks
- Schedule
- Fridays 9:00am PT | 12:00pm ET
- Group Size
- 20 Participants max
- Investment
- $297
Your registration includes
- Eight live facilitator-led sessions
- Guided reflection exercises and weekly worksheets
- Practical neuroplastic education and evidence-building exercises
- Nervous system regulation tools (somatic tracking, physiological sigh, mantras)
- Community discussion and connection
- Complimentary 21-day Lifeing Membership
About Lifeing
Lifeing is a compassionate coaching community where people come to create meaningful, sustainable change.
Grounded in behavioral science, neuroscience, positive psychology, and holistic wellness, we offer multiple pathways that meet people where they are. Whether someone begins with personalized coaching, a Lifeing Circle, or Live More Drink Less®, every experience is designed to cultivate greater awareness, resilience, and personal growth.
Your Know Pain, Know Gain Circle also includes a complimentary 21-day Lifeing Membership, giving you access to reflection tools, community resources, and additional support throughout your experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is this for?
- This Circle is designed for adults living with chronic or persistent pain who are interested in learning about neuroplastic pain through an educational, evidence-informed approach. It is appropriate for those who are curious, open to learning, and looking for practical tools to complement their existing healthcare.
- Do I need experience?
- Not at all. Whether this is your first introduction to neuroplastic pain or you're continuing to build on what you've already learned, you'll find a welcoming place to learn and grow.
- What if I miss a session?
- Life happens. While attending live sessions is encouraged because of the discussions and community connection, you'll still receive the weekly materials so you can continue learning and stay engaged with the concepts.
Important Information
Know Pain, Know Gain: Foundations of Pain Reprocessing is an educational and coaching-based group experience designed to support self-awareness, personal growth, emotional resilience, and meaningful connection. It is not psychotherapy, mental health treatment, medical care, or a substitute for services provided by a licensed healthcare professional.
This Circle does not diagnose, treat, or cure any medical condition, and nothing shared in it should replace the guidance of your own healthcare team. Please continue working with your medical providers, and consult them before making changes to your care, activity level, or medication.
Participants are always encouraged to honor their own comfort, privacy, and personal boundaries. You choose what you share, and participation never requires discussing specific medical or traumatic experiences.
This Circle is not designed to provide crisis support. If you are experiencing an urgent mental health or medical concern, please contact an appropriate healthcare professional or emergency service. In the United States, you may call or text 988 for immediate crisis support or call 911 when there is immediate danger.