Beyond What They See: I Used to Wish My Pain Was Visible, but It’s Not That Simple
There was a time when I found myself quietly wishing that my pain had a face the world could see. I wanted a cast, a bandage, a visible marker—anything that…
The Truth Isn’t Negative: Am I Being ‘Negative’ By Admitting My Reality With Chronic Illness?
Living with chronic illness means carrying a truth that is often invisible to the world. It means waking up in pain, navigating unpredictable symptoms, and silently adjusting to limitations that…
How Selma Blair and Her Cool Canes Are Quietly Revolutionizing Disability Acceptance
How Selma Blair and Her Cool Canes Support Disability Acceptance Selma Blair, a celebrated actress known for her roles in film and television, has become a powerful figure in disability…
Bruised But Breathing: Because of Trauma, I Often Hate My Body – And That’s My Truth
Some wounds don’t bleed. They don’t show up on skin or in scans. They live beneath the surface, in silence and shame. For many survivors of trauma, one of the…
10 Unspoken Reasons Why I’m Retiring From Advocacy as a Queer, Disabled Survivor of Abuse
Why I'm Retiring From Advocacy as a Queer, Disabled Survivor of Abuse There comes a time in every journey when continuing forward no longer feels brave — it feels like…
7 Powerful 2021 Sundance Films That Nailed Authentic Disability Representation
The 2021 Sundance Film Festival offered a refreshing and long-overdue spotlight on stories that reflect the real world — including authentic disability representation. In a media landscape that often excludes…
From Bullied Child to Empowered Woman: My Journey With Disability and Self-Worth
Growing up, I learned early that the world doesn’t always know how to treat those who are different. As a child with a visible disability, I quickly became a target.…
From Pain to Pride: How I Transformed From a Bullied Girl Into a Fearless Woman With a Disability
There was a time in my life when I would have done anything to be invisible. As a child with a visible disability, I didn’t just feel different—I was constantly…
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11 Inspiring Lessons From How Celebrity Terry Bradshaw Battles Rheumatoid Arthritis With Courage
Celebrity Terry Bradshaw has rheumatoid arthritis, and his journey living with this chronic illness adds another dimension to his already legendary persona. Known for his incredible achievements as an NFL…
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12 Powerful Ways Celebrity Michael Kuluva Redefines Life With Rheumatoid Arthritis Through Fashion and Advocacy
Celebrity Michael Kuluva has rheumatoid arthritis, and his journey is a compelling example of how creativity, resilience, and advocacy can flourish even in the face of chronic illness. Best known…