Welcome to Poems of Still Me Rising

Words can hold us. Words can carry us. Words can remind us who we are.

Poems of Still Me Rising is a weekly offering of spoken and written poetry that reflects the journey of adults living with neurological conditions—and those who care for them. Each week, we share a new, original poem filled with language that speaks to strength, identity, and hope.

Whether you’re living with epilepsy, navigating daily challenges, or simply searching for a sense of peace and belonging, these poems are crafted to remind you: you are still rising.

Some poems are soft. Some are fierce. Some may stay with you all week.

You’re invited to listen, reflect, respond—or even share your own voice.

“Even when the world forgets what I carry,
I remember who I am.
Still rising, still reaching, still me.”

 

What to Bring

• An open heart

• A quiet space or a listening ear

• A journal or sketchpad (optional)

• Willingness to sit with honest words—and perhaps offer your own

 

How It Helps

• Provides emotional validation and empowerment

• Sparks reflection and calm in caregivers and participants alike

• Encourages creative self-expression in a judgment-free space

• Builds inner strength through intentional, powerful language

• Creates a moment of meaning to return to during the week

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Session Format & Schedule

Each week, participants gather in-person or online to experience a new poem:

• 15 minutes — Welcome & Grounding: light breathing, a short check-in, and space to arrive in the moment

• 30 minutes — Featured Poem & Response: poem read aloud (and shared visually), followed by reflection, optional discussion, or personal journaling

• 15 minutes — Closing Reflection: a gentle reading, brief sharing (if desired), and a reminder that strength can be spoken, written, or quietly held

 

Who Should Attend

This program welcomes:

• Adults living with epilepsy or other neurological conditions

• Caregivers, family members, and companions

• Anyone who connects with poetry as a source of healing and identity

No writing experience is required. You may simply listen, or you may wish to share.

 

Poem Sources

Each week, a new poem is shared, written with care to reflect the strength, challenges, and resilience of this journey.

 

Poems may explore themes such as:

• Loss and hope

• Strength in difference

• Waiting, watching, wondering

• Belonging and rising

• The beauty of still being you

 

Important Notes

• Poems of Still Me Rising is not a clinical therapy group.

• It is a creative wellness program intended to support emotional well-being.

• If you are experiencing distress, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional.