Pain is a Message

Pain isn’t proof something’s wrong with you. It’s proof your body is still trying to get your attention. In this first episode of Invisible Work, Jessica and Jonny explore the hidden language of pain—why it isn’t just about tissue damage, and how your brain interprets every signal through context. From fascia’s role as the body’s sensory web, to why athletes often respond to pain differently than non-athletes, this episode unpacks how alignment—or misalignment—shapes the way you feel and respond to discomfort. You’ll learn why pain can feel like a clear radio signal one day and a wall of static the next, how emotional and physical pain overlap in the body, and why context—whether it’s on the mat, at the gym, or in your kitchen—changes everything. We close with a simple three-step practice you can use right now to relate to pain differently: notice the signal, ask about the context, and decide whether to stay or pivot. This isn’t about fighting pain or fixing yourself. It’s about listening to the message and learning to respond with clarity instead of fear.