Healing Through Creativity

Healing Through Creativity: Honoring CCA Rocks and the Power of Expression

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At Calm Canvas, we’ve always believed that art can be more than just something beautiful — it can be a tool for reflection, a way to process difficult emotions, and most importantly, a bridge between people and stories. This week, we were incredibly honored to support an initiative that so deeply aligns with that mission: CCA Rocks, a nationwide project raising awareness and funds for colorectal cancer through the simple, yet powerful act of painting rocks.

Founded as a way to support the Colorectal Cancer Alliance (CCA), CCA Rocks encourages individuals to paint rocks and either keep them or hide them in their communities. Each rock becomes a symbol — of hope, remembrance, courage, and solidarity. Whether someone has lost a loved one to colorectal cancer, is currently battling the disease, or is walking alongside someone in that fight, these rocks give people a voice and a way to connect.

We were inspired by the heart behind this movement and joined in by painting a few rocks of our own. One featured the CCA logo, one displayed the Calm Canvas logo, and another brought to life one of our original canvas designs. It may seem small, but as we painted, we found ourselves reflecting on the people we’ve lost, the struggles we’ve witnessed, and the power of community in the face of grief.

Because that’s what creative expression really is: a way to turn pain into purpose. Grief is often invisible, isolating, and misunderstood. But when we create — whether it’s through painting, writing, music, or movement — we give shape to those feelings. We let ourselves feel them, honor them, and share them. Initiatives like CCA Rocks remind us that we don’t have to grieve in silence. There are ways to remember, to speak, and to heal — even through something as simple as a rock.

We encourage you to learn more about CCA Rocks and get involved. Whether you decide to paint a rock, hide one, or simply take a moment to reflect when you find one — your participation matters. Together, we can build a movement rooted in compassion, creativity, and connection.

👉 To learn more about CCA Rocks and how you can join the movement, visit: www.ccarocks.org

And if you do join in, don’t forget to tag your photos and stories with #CCARocks. Let’s continue to raise awareness, celebrate those we love, and use creativity as a force for healing — one rock at a time!