Framing failure and struggle not as endpoints, but as a "price for the glory of tomorrow" or a necessary part of a "testimony".
Show characters attempting to resolve their pain rather than just stating they are in pain. For example, "she massaged her hurting fingers" is more evocative than "her fingers hurt".
How long does it last and how often does it occur?. Intensity: Often measured on a scale of 1–10. 4. Support & Empathy (Writing for Others)
Use specific words like "sharp," "dull," "throbbing," "tingling," or "burning" to help clinicians identify the cause.