Pain

Jul 30, 2025
5 min read

Updated: Jan 4

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Do You Feel the Burn?

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We all go through physical pain at some time or another, from minor aches to intense agony. It can be short-term, like after an injury or surgery, or long-term, like with arthritis or fibromyalgia. Pain is a signal that something's up, involving both our body and brain. It might come from things like accidents or internal issues like infections or diseases such as cancer. How we feel pain is personal, shaped by our genes, mental state, and past experiences. Long-term pain can mess with your emotions, causing frustration and depression, which can make the pain worse. So, it's important to tackle both the physical and emotional sides of it.

What society thinks about dealing with pain also affects how we handle it. Cultural beliefs can determine whether we get help or just tough it out. Having open conversations and getting supportive help is key to managing pain well.

I've personally dealt with a lot over the past 39 years, especially with my spine. Raising four kids, including twins, has pushed me to my limits. I've had two surgeries for herniated discs, leading to severe nerve pain and chronic neck pain. Even though I've tried different pain meds, the relief has been minimal. I've also had a broken ankle, hip dysplasia, and high arches, which have affected my mobility and balance.

The Good Feet Store has helped me out with arch supports and orthotic solutions, making it easier for me to walk and improving my posture. Despite the challenges, those moments of relief and hope keep me motivated to work on my health and well-being.

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When I Broke My Ankle

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A few autumns back, around the end of September, I was biking every day with a goal to hit a certain distance. To make things more comfy, I swapped out the standard bike seat for a wider one since the regular ones are too tiny. My routine got interrupted by rain, but I jumped back into it with excitement, aiming to ride even further. But halfway through my ride back, things went sideways. I had a water bottle hooked to my handlebars and, being lazy, I didn’t stop to take a sip. This led to me wiping out in a puddle, and I ended up with a broken ankle.

As I lay there hurt, cars just drove by until a paramedic on a bike and a former nurse stopped to lend a hand. My husband showed up, and a cop called for an ambulance, which took about 30 minutes to get there. The woman stayed with me until I was safely inside. At the ER, a young doc set my foot without checking if the pain meds had kicked in, which hurt like crazy. A more seasoned doctor later got my ankle properly stabilized.

The next day, I had to head back to the ER because the pain got worse and I developed compartment syndrome. The next three months were tough since I couldn’t walk or drive, and had to rely on others for help. This time really tested my resilience and adaptability, making me face feelings of vulnerability and dependence. It was a period of reflection, showing me how important community and support are. I learned to appreciate the kindness of others and found new ways to contribute, marking a big journey of growth and adaptation.

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Earthly Angel

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I finally got to meet my angel in real life, all thanks to social media. I put up a post on Facebook about who I was looking for, not really expecting anything to come of it. But months later, I got a message—it was her! I was so emotional when I found out where she was and asked her to grab coffee. My youngest daughter and I met her at a local bakery. She’s awesome, and I’m so thankful for her. I bought her coffee as a little thank you. Even though we haven’t had the chance to meet up again because we’re both so busy, we still chat on messenger. I’m really grateful I got to meet my lifesaver that day.

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Post Op

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I'm chilling on my front porch, my go-to spot to escape the daily craziness and try to stay healthy. The air's got that late-summer feel, but I'm reaching for a joint to help with the stress. My ankle's doing okay after today's surgery to take out some leftover metal from an old injury. Recovery's been tough, with lots of therapy and emotional ups and downs.

I'm careful with meds, sticking to Tylenol or ibuprofen so I don't have to use the stronger stuff. Right now, the dull ache in my ankle isn't too bad. But the nausea from the surgery and meds is still hanging around, making it hard to enjoy the simple things on the porch. Even so, I try to focus on the good stuff—the sun, the birds, and my recovery journey.

Sitting here, I think about my healing journey, knowing it's about my mind and spirit too. I take deep breaths, letting go of the tension, ready to tackle the road ahead with patience and strength, one day at a time.

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Lists

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Songs 🎶

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Movies//Shows/Documentaries 🎦

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Bible verses about pain ✝️

Isaiah 53:5 – “But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.”
2 Corinthians 12:9 – “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.”
Job 30:17 – “Night pierces my bones; my gnawing pains never rest.”
Psalm 38:7 – “My back is filled with searing pain; there is no health in my body.”
Matthew 8:17 – “This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: ‘He took up our infirmities and bore our diseases.'”
1 Peter 2:24 – “He himself bore our sins” in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; ‘by his wounds you have been healed.'”
Matthew 4:24 – “News about him spread all over Syria, and people brought to him all who were ill with various diseases, those suffering severe pain, the demon-possessed, those having seizures, and the paralyzed; and he healed them.”
Revelation 21:4 – “‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”
Jeremiah 30:17 – “‘But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,’ declares the LORD, ‘because you are called an outcast, Zion for whom no one cares.'”
Luke 10:34 – “He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put the man on his own donkey, brought him to an inn and took care of him.”