Tag Archives: disability

Affirmations and Asking Ourselves Uncomfortable Questions

Here’s a prompt for us today. What would I do if I loved myself? Now, this is a great question for general productivity. A person who loved themselves would tend to their needs to the best of their ability and circumstance. However, the whole journey into asking ourself this question (and others like it) mayContinue reading “Affirmations and Asking Ourselves Uncomfortable Questions”

My Body is a Temple BUT…

In today’s video, we discuss the confusing intersection between health and spirituality. Everyone has their own opinions and that can make it all the more difficult to decipher the path that is best for each of us. But I’m interested in what you guys have learned throughout your journeys. How do you balance the differentContinue reading “My Body is a Temple BUT…”

Help Me Settle a Debate… (VIDEO)

I don’t know how to describe it. There is just something about being constantly told I should talk about my disability that makes me uncomfortable. I recognize, and am often reminded, that many people with cerebral palsy have difficulties communicating. I’m repeatedly told that I should use my ability to speak as an asset toContinue reading “Help Me Settle a Debate… (VIDEO)”

The Fighter

I mean this as a challenge. Because today I am ready to fight you. You who has kicked me, bludgeoned me, and torn me to shreds with a sigh of boredom as you do it. You may have pushed me to the ground, flattened me into the earth, until that familiar metallic taste flooded myContinue reading “The Fighter”

Some Reflections After Our Vacation

So, our first couple’s vacation is in the books! We had an excellent time in Florida and it was great to see family and check out all the parks! Honestly, I am very proud of us for accomplishing all we did. Not only did we physically navigate the parks independently, but also we planned thisContinue reading “Some Reflections After Our Vacation”

Our First Trip Together

Okay everyone, time to vent some of my fears to you. “But Julie, isn’t that what you always do?”, I hear you asking. Okay…maybe. Anyway, my fiancé and I are going to Orlando, FL at the end of the month and I’m very excited, but also a bit anxious. So, you know, still on brand.Continue reading “Our First Trip Together”