How one Shrewsbury musician turned disability and isolation into a song
When people talk about disability, the conversation often focuses on symptoms, treatment and physical barriers.
TL;DR
- Nikki Rous's new song, 'No Space Left,' addresses the isolation felt by people with chronic illness and disability.
- The song is drawn from Rous's personal experiences, including living with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS).
- Rous finds songwriting cathartic and a way to process difficult emotions and experiences.
- She hopes the song will help people with chronic conditions feel less alone.
- Despite facing worsening mobility and pain after spinal surgery, Rous remains committed to writing and performing music for as long as possible.