How are you, really?

It's time we talk about pain.

How are you? On the surface, it's a simple question, one that starts almost every conversation we have as we interact with the world. But if you're living with chronic pain, the reality may feel anything but simple. In response, do you rely on the standard "fine" to fill in the blank without diving into details? Or do you answer more honestly, acknowledging the ways your pain defines your days — coloring your mood, limiting your movement, exhausting your resources? During last month's Pain Awareness Month, we introduced our latest Bezzy series, Pain Points. These articles explore the science of pain, the ways we talk about it, and how it affects every part of our lives, from intimacy to exercise to mental health. Our hope is to start a conversation, to address some of the challenges, to provide a space where stories can be shared and where, for a moment, you may feel seen, heard, and validated. You may be hurting, but you're not alone. Hope to see you soon! The Bezzy MS Team   Pain Isn't a Competition "Over the years, I've found myself trying to shrink my pain to keep others comfortable or to somehow "show" my pain to feel validated." READ ON   Pain Explained: What It Is, Why It Persists, and What Can Help READ ON Real-world advice   |   53K+ active members   |   Nightly discussions  With Bezzy MS, you're never alone.   Join others who understand what you're going through, and discover a safe space for community, guidance, and support to manage MS together.   learn more Until next time, Take care of yourself, and we'll see you again soon! View in browser Did a friend send you this email? Subscribe here. To see all newsletters, click here. Privacy   |   Unsubscribe We may feature your messages to our inbox within our content. Please do not provide any personal identifiable information. Replies may be edited for length and clarity. For more, see our Privacy Policy. Our website services, content, and products are for informational purposes only. Healthline does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and should not be used as a substitute for medical advice from a healthcare professional. Healthline encourages you to make any treatment decisions with your healthcare professional. Every product we recommend has gone through either Healthline's or Optum Now's vetting processes. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. Healthline and Optum Now are owned by RVO Health. © 2025 RVO Health 1101 Red Ventures Drive Fort Mill, SC 29707