85. The Truth About Chronic Pain No One Told You—And How to Reverse It Naturally

Send us Fan MailWhat if the pain you’ve been told to “live with” isn’t inevitable at all?In this powerful episode of Joy of the Hang, Sharon sits down with Bruce Phelps—creator of the Stretch n’ Release Technique, founder of The Muscle Repair Shop, and author of Stretch n’ Release—to challenge everything we think we know about chronic pain, aging, and healing.With a background in Aging Sciences and over two decades of hands-on experience, Bruce has helped thousands of people move beyond pain without relying on prescriptions, injections, or surgery. But what makes his story even more compelling is that his breakthrough didn’t begin in a lab—it began in his own body. While carrying an extra 135 pounds and battling severe back pain, Bruce set out to solve a problem most people are told to accept.Together, Sharon and Bruce explore:Why pain is often misunderstood—and misdiagnosedThe difference between managing pain and actually fixing itWhat your body is trying to tell you (and why most people miss it)How the Stretch n’ Release Technique works in real lifeWhat it really takes to reclaim mobility, strength, and confidence at any ageThis conversation isn’t just about physical pain—it’s about reclaiming ownership of your body, challenging limiting beliefs, and realizing that what you’ve accepted as “normal” may not be normal at all.If you’ve ever been told, “that’s just part of getting older,” this episode may change everything.https://a.co/d/0gS8fdASSupport the show Be sure to click the Follow button so you never miss an episode of Joy of the Hang! Join the conversation with us on Instagram @joyofthehang. If you love what you hear, consider becoming a supporter of the show with a small monthly investment—it helps us keep bringing you inspiring stories, meaningful conversations, and great content week after week.