Words Are Hard Live 2026: Identity, Struggle, and Hope

What do you do when words are hard?This episode is the audio recording from the 5th Annual Words Are Hard event, held on May 9, 2026. Artists, writers, and community members came together to share deeply personal experiences through poetry, visual art, and storytelling.The event moves through three connected themes:IdentityFighting the DarknessFinding HopeEach speaker brings their own perspective, sharing what it means to lose your sense of self, sit in difficult moments, and slowly find a way forward.You will hear stories about:learning how to express what feels impossible to sayusing art as an outlet when words fall shortliving with mental health challenges and navigating recoveryfinding connection in a space where honesty is welcomeThis was not just a performance. It was a room full of real people choosing to be seen and heard, sometimes for the first time.If you have ever struggled to explain how you feel, this episode is for you.If something in this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who might need to hear it too.What part of this episode stayed with you?This podcast episode is audio only. The full video from the event is available on YouTube if you want to experience the artwork and live moments as they happened.For more information about the Green Phoenix or if you'd like to join me as a guest on a future episode  please don't hesitate to shoot me an email.⁠Contact Us⁠.