I don't take as needed pain meds anymore. I have been in horrible pain again with major sleep issues. Anyhow for me it is about getting through the moments. I self talk to myself and try to keep calm. I lay down but I try to move a little as for me staying in one position for too long flares me up. That is why sleep is also hard. At times I have taken a bath or shower as well. Depending on level of pain sometimes I will call my mom just to hear her voice. If I am in too much pain I try to find something to comfort myself at home.