Last Friday, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Dr. Donna Walton, the founder of the Divas with Disabilities Project. As someone who has dedicated her life to advocating for women of color with disabilities, Dr. Walton’s insights Read more…
Paraplegia, a condition characterized by the impairment or loss of motor and sensory function in the lower half of the body, primarily due to spinal cord injury, brings about profound physical changes. However, the psychological impacts of paraplegia can be Read more…
When I first acquired a disability and before ever comprehending the transformative power of #DisabilityPride, I was devastated. Embracing disability seemed impossible. I felt vulnerable in a world of roadblocks. I felt stalked by gazes of pity and reductive inspiration. Read more…
Paraplegia, a condition often misunderstood and misrepresented, brings forth many questions. One of the most frequently asked is: “Is paraplegia a neuromuscular disease?” To address this question, we must understand the definitions, causes, and impacts of paraplegia and neuromuscular diseases. Read more…
Have you ever wondered if people with paraplegia can hold down a job, get married, live alone, or even thrive? Maybe you’ve just gotten the news that you may never walk again, or your relative, friend, or even spouse is Read more…
Today, I want to share something deeply personal and profound that has shaped my journey living with paraplegia: the intricate relationship between Paraplegia and Peace of Mind. This is an article on self-discovery, struggles, and the hard-won wisdom of finding Read more…
Is it easy? How does paraplegia affect daily life? Does it get better with time? These are questions we have all asked ourselves at some point in our paraplegic journey. It might have been the first time you were told Read more…
I’ve been reading the book “Do You Think I’m Beautiful?” by Angela Thomas. Somehow, this week I’ve found myself asking that question more times than I can count. Am I beautiful? Am I pretty? I can’t remember the last time Read more…
“How do you do it?” they ask. “What’s the hardest part?” I’ve been a paraplegic for years now, and I’ve learned that the answer isn’t straightforward. It’s not just about the physical limitations—the inability to walk, the constant reliance on a wheelchair. Read more…
Does it ever get better? This is a question I have asked myself over a million times during these six years. The thought pops up in my head when things are so tough I’m curled on my bed in pain Read more…