Hi Janice,
I have used distraction for years. I change it up so I don’t get bored with one thing and that allows me to go back to it at some point. I use sewing, knitting, painting ceramics, putting the big 1000 piece puzzles together and scrapbooking.
I am a big believer that distraction works. I totally agree that you have to find something that you like to do, be it watching television or reading or scrapbooking.
There are lots of things that one can find to do that are inexpensive and allows you to step back from the pain even if it is for 30 minutes.
Take care
Noki4