Giving Voice to Recovery
Giving Voice to Recovery
You’ll Always Be My Hero – Story Behind the Song
You’ll Always Be My Hero – Story Behind the Song
You’ll Always Be My Hero – Story Behind the Song
Thursday 29th February 2024
Elizabeth Edwards reveals the emotional journey behind 'Where Did Beautiful Go?' and how it became a beacon of hope amid the opioid crisis.
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Episode Overview
- The heart-wrenching experience at the Washington Monument during the opioid crisis awareness event
- The creation and significance of the song 'Where Did Beautiful Go?'
- Honouring the advocacy and resilience of those impacted by the crisis
- Inspiring action and demanding change through personal grief and collective strength
These were the people who were sounding the alarm about the opioid crisis. They had lost their loved ones and now they were trying to save others from the same fate.
Picture this: it's 2016, and Elizabeth Edwards is standing on a stage at the Washington Monument, facing a sea of faces marked by grief and resilience. The occasion? An event to raise awareness about the opioid crisis. Elizabeth was there to perform 'Where Did Beautiful Go?', a song she wrote that touches on the deep scars left by the epidemic.
But nothing could have prepared her for the overwhelming sight of countless photos of lost loved ones, pinned to the chests of attendees. These weren't just pictures; they were tributes to young lives cut tragically short by opioid overdoses. The dates beneath the images told stories of heartbreak and loss. This episode captures Elizabeth's emotional journey through that day, sharing how the pain of the crowd transformed into a powerful call for change.
She recounts the speeches from dignitaries, experts, and advocates, each voice adding weight to the urgent need for action. But what stands out most is the collective strength of those who had lost so much yet refused to be silenced. Their grief became a rallying cry for awareness and change, and Elizabeth's music served as both a tribute and a beacon of hope.
This episode is not just about a song; it's about turning sorrow into strength and finding a way to honour those we've lost while fighting for a better future.