SEVYNN — Living & Dating with HIV

I just decided to to be who I wanna be, to go for what I wanted because I know that you only get one chance. And why not go for exactly what you want with that one chance?

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In New Orleans, we meet Sevynn and unlock a new story of empowerment.

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Discussion Highlights

The short film dives into Sevynn’s life, specifically through the lens of how his positive HIV status shapes his day-to-day existence. The discussion navigates personal and social challenges, advocating for the HIV community, resilience, self-love, and the importance of support in the face of stigma and discrimination.

The following themes are covered:

  • Self-identity and positivity
  • Empowerment through adversity
  • The impact of stigma on relationships and self-worth
  • Self-expression and vulnerability
  • Self-love and independence
  • The importance of community and belonging, especially in queer spaces
  • Advocating for a more inclusive understanding of health and well-being
  • The significance of communication in relationships

Memorable Quotes

I like to think of myself as a light, because I only live my life in positivity. I only like to lead with positivity. I think that what empowers me is my dark past.

Sevynn N. Madison

I just decided to to be who I wanna be, to go for what I wanted because I know that you only get one chance. And why not go for exactly what you want with that one chance?

Sevynn N. Madison

My status is definitely a big factor in the way that I move. It does not define me, but it definitely makes me move with passion and bigger.

Sevynn N. Madison

No one is gonna care for you like you. Self love is is the greatest love. Because without self love, you couldn’t possibly be willing or wanting to love someone else if you don’t have it for yourself.

Sevynn N. Madison

Does your status really devalue a person?

Sevynn N. Madison

And I think that those times made me stronger. I think that I found the light in the darkest place.

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Show Notes

  • Date: Premiered June 28, 2023
  • With: Sevynn N. Madison
  • A Film By: Karl Cannone & Luca Werner
  • Music By: Quirin Brunhuber
  • Strings By: Maximiliane Dannenberg
  • Talent Scout: Owen H Dunne
  • Camera Prep: Lisa Long
  • Special Thanks To: Cypress Salomé Rollins, Morgan Gicquel, Chris Lavergne, Robert Burton, Javier And Devin, Jim Meadows, Kalani Kalil
  • Producer: Thought Catalog