Tag: Disability
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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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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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World Cerebral Palsy Day
Today is World Cerebral Palsy Day. “World Cerebral Palsy Day is a movement of people with Cerebral Palsy and their families, and the organizations that support them, in more than 75 countries. Their vision is to ensure that children and adults with Cerebral Palsy (CP) have the same rights, access and opportunities as anyone else…
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Impromptu Beach Hack
It’s been quite some time since I’ve blogged due to some personal things, but I’ve been thinking about getting back into it lately. And have been having a lot of random signs/experiences also pushing me in that direction. TBD, but in the meantime – jotted something down while embarking on an impromptu visit to the…
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National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day
Today is National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day so I wanted to take some time to discuss what exactly Cerebral Palsy (CP) is, share more about my personal experience and clarify some of my physical restrictions. As defined by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke: “Cerebral Palsy refers to a group of neurological disorders…
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Chicago
Chicago was a blast! Made me realize I need to travel more often. Before visiting a new place I’ve never been before I tend to encounter a mixture of emotions and hesitations. Especially when I travel with my scooter. Questions about how accessible the city is, along with what choices I’ll have for transportation,…
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