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This Is What I Wish Someone Would Have Told Me About Growing Up With Siblings With Disabilities

This Is What I Wish Someone Would Have Told Me About Growing Up With Siblings With Disabilities

Chelsia Durkee Chelsia Durkee
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Growing up with two brothers with severe autism, I always felt like an outsider.

The Unedited Truth About ‘Passing’ With An Invisible Disability

The Unedited Truth About ‘Passing’ With An Invisible Disability

Erica Massey Erica Massey
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Every time I leave the house, I decide whether people will be aware of my disability.

Living With An Invisible Disease

Living With An Invisible Disease

Emily Yaritz Emily Yaritz
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It’s the constant doctor visits. Staring at all those bright lights. Noticing how everything is pale, just like your skin.

An Open Letter To Anyone With A Disability

An Open Letter To Anyone With A Disability

Karla Culbertson Karla Culbertson
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Despite all of the hard times, I am here to remind you that we can still live an enriching life.

This Is My Life, So Don’t Call It A Fucking Journey

This Is My Life, So Don’t Call It A Fucking Journey

Celeste Kirby Celeste Kirby
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I’m not just going through a hard time. This is the rest of my life. Some days will be okay, some days will be horrible, and most days I’ll fake being well. 

My Disability Isn’t One Size Fits All

My Disability Isn’t One Size Fits All

Karla Culbertson Karla Culbertson
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Understanding is all I have wanted out of life for a while now.

How Polyamory Helped Me Advocate For My Needs As A Disabled Person

How Polyamory Helped Me Advocate For My Needs As A Disabled Person

Amanda Van Slyke Amanda Van Slyke
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It wasn’t until looking into solo polyamory I realized I don’t have to feel guilty for having separate needs from my partner.

10 Common Questions I Get About Being Blind And Living My Life

10 Common Questions I Get About Being Blind And Living My Life

Ali Krage
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1. Do you prefer to date someone who’s blind or sighted?

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