I had my first one recently (7hr sitting) and with dealing with Arthritis for over 26 I didn’t really feel a thing at all. I think a lot of what people must be feeling is more a fear of the unknown. Building up in your head that its gonna hurt so much and clouding your mind with nothing be negative thoughts. My artist said I was her chattiest customer as I felt so at ease with it all. My wife will be getting her first one next week and I shall go through with and and just talk to her to take her mind away from it. I really think a lot of people would benefit with having a friend or family member with them to talk to and pass the time, just take the mind away and relax them. Balls with macho bravado that you don’t want someone with you, it could really help to put you at ease.