Beginning in March, For Grace leaders John Garrett and Cynthia Toussaint will expand the organization's social media presence by spotlighting real-life, relatable topics near and dear to women challenged by chronic pain. Dubbed “Women In Pain Nation", they'll share powerful personal essays, mind-changing interviews and spirited round tables via social media video posts that will help women in pain and their caregivers be heard, appreciated and empowered. They'll be reaching out to Women In Pain  to get involved, so check back for engagement opportunities. 

Check out For Grace founder Cynthia Toussaint's latest column for Pain News Network. Sometimes you need something up and above the usual to find solace from your pain, something stronger than the pain itself. Cynthia shares how this past Christmas she experienced the inexplicable, a happening she soon realized was a visitor from beyond. This led to a cascade of "magical" events that sparked healing during a year of non-stop suffering. With this new-found grace, Cynthia encourages other women in pain to seek those other-worldly gifts that soothe body and soul.    

Happy to announce that For Grace founder Cynthia Toussaint has launched her third music project, “Magic”, which will be “Dedicated To Women In Pain Who Believe.” On the heels of Wonder (2014) and Crazy (2022), this compilation of songs will depict the power of the expressive arts to spark wellness - and inspire women in pain to pursue their joys and go for their dreams. It will also spotlight our community's ability for resilience and reinvention. As with Cynthia's previous music projects, "Magic" is a labor of love, one centered in self-care and performance.

Check out For Grace's February Story of the Month as we kick off this year's focus on chronic pain and social isolation. As part one of a two part story, woman in pain Kathleen Sutherland shares how chronic pain has kept her mainly inside her home for the last decade. Surprisingly, COVID has proven to be a social boon for Kathleen as many get-togethers are now online, which eases her pain of being cut-off. Also, she has made important connections through spirituality, discovering purpose by praying for others in crisis or need. With that new found community, Kathleen comfortingly concludes part one by sharing, "You are never alone. You are never not loved."