Sometimes I ignore physical symptoms after figuring out that they're not "real"/indicative of an actual problem. They get bored and go away in their own time (same as with meds but without the side effects :-) It's kind of like cravings for me; if I can distract myself by doing a day-to-day chore (dishes, laundry, etc.) or reading or something, I feel "normal" faster.

Another psychological trick I use is to think what else I'd rather be feeling or have going on. Usually what I'm feeling/experiencing is appropriate for me. When I'm sad and missing someone I don't want to be laughing about it do I? So I change my "expectations" for myself. I think it's great, September Morn, that your body tells you that you miss your friend and children! When I miss someone or am worried, I get angry inappropriately! I know there's a "problem" when I get road rage, an unusual experience for me. I then "stop" and think, "what's wrong?" and only then figure out that so-and-so is in trouble or that I'm missing my T or husband or friend, etc. It sounds a little nice to have your physical heart telling you your have emotional heart feelings.

Call your friend and ask her what's up instead of waiting for her to call you?