Kody M, 13 years old, KS

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Kody is a resilient and thoughtful kid who carries more on his shoulders than most people realize. While he struggles with anger and depression, those challenges don’t define him—they highlight how deeply he feels and how much he cares. Kody has a strong inner world and tends to experience emotions intensely, which can be hard to manage without the right tools, but it also makes him empathetic, intuitive, and self-aware beyond his years. He does his best to push through each day, even when things feel heavy, and that quiet perseverance speaks to his strength. Kody is special because he keeps showing up, even when he doesn’t have many coping resources in place, and with the right support, he has the potential to turn his emotions into a source of calm, creativity, and personal growth.

An MP3 player would provide Kody with a valuable and accessible tool to help him manage his emotions during overwhelming moments. Music serves as a powerful outlet for regulating mood, reducing anger, and alleviating symptoms of depression by allowing him to calm his thoughts and self-soothe. Having his own MP3 player would enable Kody to step away from stressful situations, focus on music that brings him comfort and motivation, and regain emotional balance in a safe, non-disruptive manner. This tool would empower Kody to take ownership of his emotional regulation, offering him consistency, privacy, and a sense of control during times when he might otherwise feel powerless.