Pain Studies

This extended lyric essay explores the poet's lifelong experience with migraines through a unique cultural lens, examining how pain is experienced, expressed, and treated across history and art. Drawing on diverse sources like classical history, literature, science, and personal medical journeys, the author attempts to articulate the often indescribable nature of living with pain. Instead of offering simple solutions, the work presents a fresh perspective to understand and empathize with a fundamental human experience.