Painfully Real

Painfully Real is a raw and unfiltered look at life with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and chronic pain. Hosted by Josh Hutson, this podcast pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to live every day in fire and ice, the physical battles, the mental toll, and the small victories that redefine strength. Across powerful solo episodes and guided storytelling, Josh shares practical tools, mindset strategies, and advanced techniques drawn from neuroscience, NLP, and lived experience. Each episode blends honesty and hope, offering listeners both validation and actionable steps to navigate their own journey. This isn’t just a podcast about pain, it’s about resilience, identity, and transformation. From daily survival to redefining success, from body image to relationships, Painfully Real is a space for anyone living with invisible illness to feel seen, heard, and empowered. 🎧 Whether you’re living with CRPS, supporting someone who is, or s