Tag: Invisible Disability
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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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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.
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Disability Pride Month: A Canadian Perspective on a Global Movement
Disability Pride Month isn’t just an American movement. Here’s a Canadian perspective on its meaning, symbols, and why visibility matters—whether or not you feel proud.
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Understanding Fibromyalgia: Navigating a Complex Condition
As May rolls around, I’m reminded that it’s Fibromyalgia Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shedding light on this often misunderstood condition. Join me as we delve into what fibromyalgia is, its historical background, and the treatment options that many, including myself, rely on to manage its symptoms. What is Fibromyalgia?Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition…