Tag: chronic illness
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The Only Group Anyone Can Join: The Unpredictable Reality of Disability
Disability is the only identity you can acquire in an instant — through illness, injury, or age. This post explores why accessibility should matter to everyone, and why denying disability — even quietly — harms more than just ourselves.
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Burnout, Breakdown, and Being Disabled: When You’re Out of Everything
Disabled burnout isn’t just stress — it’s survival fatigue. From medical burnout to social exhaustion, this post explores what it means to burn out as a disabled person and how rest, empathy, and systems change are all part of recovery.
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Disabled Life Diary: July 12, 2025 – Humid Days, Low Energy, and Wheelchair Hopes
Hot weather, low energy, and a few small wins. On July 12, I battled heat, fatigue, and a sluggish AC while trying to stay productive. From wheelchair push tracking and low-calorie intake to laundry, Minecraft editing, and advocating for better mobility gear, it was a quiet but meaningful day in disabled life.
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Disabled Life Diary: July 11, 2025 – Pain, Pushes, and a Protein Bar Win
Life with a chronic illness and wheelchair use isn’t always easy. On July 11, 2025, I faced fatigue, accessibility challenges at the grocery store, and frustrating parking moments. But amidst the struggles, there were small victories—a safe protein bar discovery and a helpful PSW visit—that kept me going. Join me as I share the real,…
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Not All Visibility Is Voluntary: When Disability Makes You Seen Before You’re Heard
Not all disabilities are invisible—and not all visibility is voluntary. This reflective post explores real-life experiences of being visibly disabled, from service dogs and CGMs to prosthetics and white canes, and the everyday challenges of public perception and ableism.