21stCenturyCripple

Disabled people are often made spectacles of ourselves without wanting to be one. Going out in public can almost assure we will be stared at, but I want to know why? What are you staring at? Disability is not rare, or an enigma and as soon as we understand that and break down that stigma the sooner we will be able to change the narrative of what being a 21stCenturyCripple means.

Asking for accommodations is not a demand, it is a right. As disabled people we are often confused, shy away from or intimidated to ask for reasonable accommodations in the work place because we have been made to believe we are asking for special treatment. Tune into this weeks episode as I break down the misconceptions about the ADA and why hiring disabled employers will be beneficial in the long run. 

Talking about breaking down the stigma of being disabled and how once we let go of our reservations as disabled people, of the shame and the stigma that comes with the label "disabled" it opens up the conversation to non disabled people, that we also deserve a seat at the table and it starts with owning every part of yourself! Including your disability. 

The Met Gala showed us a lot of A list fashion, one thing that was noticeably missing, besides Zendaya? Disabled representation. 

Disabled people are used as tokens in the fashion industry and not given a time to shine in high profile events like this. Hear me break down how the fashion industry can be more inclusive, list some of the brands that are doing it right and realize disabled individuals love fashion too.

Sex  is a normal, natural, fun, human activity. Often times disabled individuals feel ashamed or embarrassed that they are sexual beings. I want to break down that stigma and talk about what a healthy sexual relationship could be like for all disabled people. We are human beings a deserve to explore the sexual part of our being without shame. Be open, be honest and be cool. It's Sex, Lets talk about it.

Sometimes I feel too disabled for some spaces in life and not disabled enough for others. I have never stopped to question who and what is making me feel this way, in this episode we explore disabled gatekeeping and how we have created a separation between the non disabled and disabled. We are here, we have always been and it's time our perspectives are heard and validated.  

The Paralympics begin on August 24th, the world will tune in to see disabilities on the world stage, celebrated and included in athletics conversation.  I am Explaining what the Paralympics are and their importance to the disabled community to see people just like us, be athletes and respected for their craft by their country and the world. Listen why we shouldn't watch for pity and we should admire and acknowledge the dedication it takes to be a disabled athlete in the midst of a world pandemic. 

I'm Back and I'm MOBLE! 21stCenturyCripple has got some wheels! hear my experiences on learning how to drive and how independence taste! then; telehealth, work from home, food and groceries delivery services,  even mail in ballots were proven to be beneficial during COVID-19. Each of these services are services that disabled individuals have been denied access to for decades, and as we see that it is very much possible for our needs to be met. we have got to fight for the accommodations to remain because what was a mere convenience  for some people, to the disabled community are opportunities that can positivity impact our lives.