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Self Acceptance Journey with The Comforted Soul Coach
Surround yourself with only people who are going to lift you higher. – Oprah Winfrey. THIS 👏🏻 The very first time that I proactively started talking about my disability on my platform was a monumental day for me. The decision was not an easy one, it was a long and slow process of internal navigation and internal reflection where…
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World CP Day 2020
“World CP Day is an opportunity for the whole world to come together to recognise and celebrate the 17 million people around the world living with cerebral palsy. On October 6 every year, individuals, families and organisations celebrate by sharing stories, hosting events, and wearing the color green.” Source: https://worldcpday.org/about-us/ If I’ve still got your…
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Pre and Post Israel Reflection
3+ years ago I came to this park and went on a walk through the nature trail by myself. Unprepared, in unsupportive sneakers and a GoPro in hand (click and swipe➡️), I set out to walk it in it’s entirety just to prove to myself that I could do it. After some breaks to take…
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Take Control Of Your Fears
This month I’ve been learning new ways to adjust my mindset in how I approach each physical activity I do. In a way that allows me to chip away at my recently self-identified fear of falling. I realized that I carry that fear with me now more than I ever have, so I’m working on…
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Took The Leap – Physical Therapy
Tonight I went to physical therapy for #cerebralpalsy for the first time since middle school!! Y E S it was physically challenging and I have so much to improve on and strengthen, but I was so happy to be in that atmosphere! no one made me do it, I went by sole choice and the feeling of…
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STEPtember 2020
If you’ve been following on my fitness journey you know that…. there is none. I had a mini “workout” kick back in May but since then I’ve dropped off because #life. BUT, I’ve been doing some small things recently to get active and have been wanting to do something that would hold me accountable to…
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Disability Pride Month – July 2020
PSA: July is Disability Pride Month! So in total Chelsea fashion, I procrastinated posting until the very last day. 🙃 The topic has been heavy on my mind all month though. Like, what does disability pride actually mean to ME? Well, I have to admit my relationship with myself and my disability has evolved over…
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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 30th Anniversary
I used to be ashamed of this symbol. Now I embrace it, and all of the princess parking that follows. 💁🏻♀️ The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law in 1990, and today marks its 30th anniversary. It’s certainly a day of celebration🎉, but also a day for reflection.🤔 “The ADA is a civil rights…
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2020-2021 Aerie Ambassador
Real. Empowering. Honest. Fun. Smart. Inspiring. Sexy. Kind. Diverse. Game Changer. Strong. These words not only define the brand identity of the clothing company Aerie, but also words that I strive to live up to in my own life. I share my personal story about living with a disability in an effort to embrace myself…
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Breaking BEARiers
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