Naomi’s Story on the Assumptions Made About Her Chronic Pain
Naomi (18) on chyp's Youth Advisory Board shares stories about assumptions that have been made about her chronic pain in the past. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWDe2KeVm28
Naomi’s Creative Healing, Interviewed by Natalie
Natalie interviews Naomi about her chronic pain story, including samples of Naomi's creative healing process. She discusses how art and writing has helped her find her voice, even sharing poems from her journal.
Matt’s Original Song – “Civil War” *WITH LYRICS*
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9M4rX1LoI0 Matt wrote the song "Civil War" about his journey with chronic pain and depression. *LYRICS BELOW* talk about fear and doubt stemming from feeling like his "thoughts can't navigate this maze." --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Home sweet
Emily’s Creative Healing, Interviewed by Caroline
Caroline interviews Emily about her creative healing, which includes drawing cartoons she calls "buddies." Emily shares how she comes up with her characters and how much they have meant to her during her chronic pain
Matt’s Original Song – “Mending Sound” *WITH LYRICS*
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8jJVl1y9qE Matt wrote this song about his experience with chronic pain and using sound for healing. *LYRICS BELOW* about his "rough chapter," but also about his realization that his "story's not over." In this song,
Gabi’s Message to Not Give Up Hope
Gabi is on chyp's Parent/Caregiver Advisory Board and shares an important message about not giving up hope, from the perspective of a parent with a child in chronic pain. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mIZU6QOdMHo&t=19s