Matt Brown - Cancer Survivor - Elephants and Tea - November 6, 2023
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In "My Hidden Secret," Matt Brown shares his journey as a cancer survivor, delving into the emotional complexities that accompany survivorship. Diagnosed in February 2020, Matt underwent a radical orchiectomy and has since grappled with a range of emotions, including anger, pain, and resentment. He reflects on the pervasive presence of cancer in his life, noting a family history filled with various cancer diagnoses.
Matt candidly discusses the psychological aftermath of surviving cancer, highlighting feelings of isolation, fear, and survivor's guilt. He emphasizes the challenge of reconciling the expectation of feeling "okay" post-treatment with the reality of ongoing emotional turmoil. The narrative also touches on the societal pressures to appear strong and the internal struggle of honoring the memories of those lost to cancer while continuing to live.
Through his story, Matt aims to shed light on the often-overlooked emotional battles that survivors face, advocating for greater empathy and understanding within the cancer community and beyond.
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Matt Brown - CRPS Advocate - Canvas Rebel - November 13, 2023
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In his CanvasRebel interview, Matthew Brown shares his transformative journey from a high-powered corporate career to becoming a digital content creator and advocate. After sustaining a foot injury during a hockey game, he was diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), a rare and debilitating neurological condition. This life-altering experience compelled him to reassess his priorities and channel his energy into creative pursuits.
Embracing his new reality, Matt taught himself photography and videography, leveraging technology to express his vision. He describes himself as a "digital ninja," utilizing his skills to produce content that inspires and educates. His personal health challenges, including surviving testicular cancer, have fueled his passion for advocacy, particularly in areas related to mental health, chronic pain, and cannabis use.
Matt's story is one of resilience and reinvention, illustrating how adversity can lead to newfound purpose and impact. Through his work, he aims to foster understanding and support for individuals navigating similar health challenges.
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Conversations with Matthew Brown - Canvas Rebel - September 12, 2024
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In a follow up interview with CanvasRebel, Matt lets the world know, he is the one known as Canada in the Gaming circles. He is a content creator, and entrepreneur from Toronto, Canada. His life is led different as he identifies with a disability known as Complex Regional Pain Syndrome or CRPS. This chronic pain disability has led him to the niche gaming world of gaming with a complex disability and the need for adaptive gaming equipment. He rises and stands to be an educator in the gaming market, and explain, and host pop up gaming events for those with a disability. The Warriors and Survivors eSports Gaming Lounge was found in 2021 based on 2 things, gaming through a Cancer diagnosis, and gaming with a disability. Over 4.5 years, the non-profit known as WSEGL Canada has grown to 13 countries, 93 gamers, and donated back 100% of proceeds totaling $24,500 to Cancer charities and foundations. It has now grown to include inclusive gaming for LGBTQ2AI+ communities, and a safe space for the neurodivergent.
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Conversations with Matthew Brown - Motion Composites - February 8th, 2024
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Hear Matt's story about being an ambulatory wheelchair user, with full use of a Carbon Fiber Apex Wheelchair through the Canadian Company Motion Composites. Matt was instrumental in kick starting the wishes for wheels program again post COVID, donating his original wheelchair to another CRPS member of the community.
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Conversations with Matthew Brown with Larissa and Maddie - Spoony.app
March 25, 2025
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Hear Matt's story about being an adaptive gamer, living with CRPS, and Cancer with the team from Spoony.app . Spoony is a safe space. Designed by folks with lived experience and in collaboration with accessibility experts, Spoony is for and by people like you.
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Pride in the Park 2022 - WSEGL Canada and Kawartha Lakes Pride
July 8, 2022
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On July 8, 2022 WSEGL took part in Pride in the Park for Kawartha Lake Pride, it was our first public event ever, and was the beginning roots of us becoming a true ally to the 2SLGBTQI+ Community.
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Culture on Kent - WSEGL Canada and Lindsay Ontario (Trade Winds Toys)
July 23, 2022
Partnering with TradeWind Toys in Lindsay Ontario, Matt ran a full outdoor tent spaces for families to game for free during the Lindsay Ontario Event. Click on the image below for the full story of the event.
