Hello @persist. I have fibromyalgia, RA, Sjogren's syndrome spinal stenosis. For distraction from pain, I am glad I have my dogs. They distract me with their playfulness and love. I like to watch movies, especially comedies. I love to read. I also play video games. I listen to upbeat music. When the weather is nice, I like to eat out doors at a cafe and people watch. I love visiting with my grand children. I also work part time, so I can keep my mind distracted with work. I also care for my mother who has Alzheimer's, so I distract myself with seeing to her needs. I also have a little Russian tortoise who I love to watch eat. Sometimes I let him out in the yard and watch him discover clover and dandelions to eat. (Yep, I keep some weeds in my yard because my tortoise likes to eat them!) I also do my best to count my blessings. I know things could be much worse! I can't imagine having my conditions and having no access to a good doctor or medications. I am doing pretty well in spite of what obstacles I may face from day to day. I also pray for others. That helps to distract me, too. I hope you find lots of good ideas on this forum to help distract you from the pain. Hang in there! I will be praying for you!