Stubbed Toes
webcomic text:
Two people stub their toe really badly.
The person who’s normally pain-free takes the day off work, avoids chores, and gets help with their dog. (“You don’t understand how much it hurts!”)
The person with chronic pain still manages to work and get their other tasks done.
The first person isn’t in worse condition.
Sometimes people with chronic disadvantages don’t show how much they’re working against.