03/12/2024
Today marks the International Day of People With Disabilities—an occasion I typically overlook because many fail to recognize the ABILITY in Disability, a perspective that irks me.
There are those who use their disability as an excuse, claiming, "I can't do that because I'm disabled." In reality, there's always a way if you have the will, even if it's not the conventional path.
Despite the disapproval of my humor and self-designations, they serve as my coping mechanism. By poking fun at myself, I build resilience against others' comments, enabling me to shrug them off and continue forward.
It's disheartening to witness adults ignoring curious children's questions about disabilities, choosing to walk away rather than engage.
Remember, never judge a person solely by their disability—seeing beyond it reveals a person's true complexity and richness.
Happy International Day of People With A Disability
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