Miriam’s Story of Gratitude
My name is Miriam Edelstein. My migraine journey started when I was 18. Migraines took over my life – I found an amazing doctor who changed my life. You are not alone when you suffer from migraines. I hope you
Discover the incredible stories shared by members of our community. From perseverance and success to moments of inspiration and transformation, each story offers a glimpse into the diverse experiences that make us who we are.
We hope by sharing these stories others will find motivation, gain new perspectives, and connect with a shared human experience.
We invite you to explore, be inspired, and feel the power of storytelling in uniting us all.
Javier’s Story of Living With Chronic Migraine
Short story about how traumatic migraines can be and my personal story.
Rachel’s Invisible Pain
I decided to share “My Migraine Story” on my 44th birthday because far too many people suffer from the invisible pain of migraines and we need to share our stories so that others can understand our experiences.
Headache History Class
I have struggled with constant headaches for four years of my life, and ancient skulls, of all the strange things, have taught me and brought me peace about pain visibility and personal acceptance of headaches.
Finding Myself with Migraine – Shoshana Lipson’s Story
People often look back on childhood memories with fondness – trips with family; playing with a puppy; long, hot summer days spent outdoors. For me, it is a slightly different story. One of my earliest childhood memories is of severe
Headache Poetry
In the fall of 2006 the NHF’s Headache Education and Support Group facilitators invited their attendees to submit headache-related poetry. Because interest in this project grew, it was opened up to all who visit the NHF’s web site, as well as those who read NHF HeadLines.
The NHF received a variety of headache-related submissions. We have selected poems, limericks and verse that are relatable to those who live with this disease.
We extend our sincere thanks to all who submitted their work.
Freight Train Coming, by Christopher Clauss
This is an original long-form poem about my experience with migraines: the onset, the symptoms, and the fog that comes
Jane Schapiro
I wrote this poem to try to put my migraine experience into language. Pain can erase one’s whole world. One
Headache Poetry: The Unknown Mystery Headache
“My body is weak and I almost fall.
I’m numb everywhere and can’t stand it at all”
Headache Poetry: The Pain Never Goes Away; I Call It My Friend
“I call you my Friend, you are always there, From dawn to dusk, every day.”
Submitted Poetry: The Noodle is Under Attack
“It starts in the front and moves to the back.
My noodle is under attack”
Headache Poetry: Status "Migrainosus"
“I struggle with the pain.
Nothing to do but wait,
I cannot see the light
screaming Inside
Share Your Own Story
More than 42 million Americans live with migraine disease and headache disorder. People living with invisible illness often feel isolated and alone.
We want to shine a light on the millions of Americans living with invisible illness! The National Headache Foundation invites all patients and their caregivers to share their unique journey
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