On the heels of Wonder (2013) and Crazy (2021) music projects that encouraged women in pain to find their passions for better wellness, Team For Grace is happy to announce a third installment that's about to launch. With the working title Scapegoat, For Grace founder Cynthia Toussaint will work with musicians to record original material that reflects the role of trauma and growth in the women in pain experience. Check back at forgrace.org to see how this project finds its voice...
Today, For Grace turns the ripe ol' age of 21. As a time to drink in and savor the good work past and current, we have a firm understanding that women challenged by high-impact persistent pain still face disheartening healthcare discrimination and bias in the treatment of their conditions. Also, that there are many pieces of the puzzle yet to explore that drive the pain experience, in particular its connection to trauma. So much more to do, yet in 21 years, so much has been accomplished with indefatigable work. Thank you to all who have helped us better the lives of women in pain.
Check out For Grace's April Story of the Month as we continue to explore the connection between trauma and chronic pain. Jade Bald was diagnosed with fibromyalgia eight years ago, and in the meantime, she's discovered many things that lead to persistent pain. She found out she's a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) due to an early life rife with insecurity and constant relocating. Trying to heal the pain from a mother who was self-absorbed, Jade has turned to a number of techniques for self-recovery. Now a freelance writer, she helps others understand why they're prone to pain.
Check out For Grace founder Cynthia Toussaint's latest column on the Pain News Network. After 40 years of daily agony, one doesn't think of a pain-free life anymore. That is, unless, a miracle happens. Cynthia shares in this stirring, thought-provoking post how a serious cancer treatment complication led to a temporary remission of her CRPS, allowing her to do things she hadn't in years. But what if being pain-free comes at too high a price? Which would you choose?
