Marylin and Jayajothy "Jaya" Sliney are a family team who have navigated their own disabilities, personal life, career, and authentic happiness. In the Phenomenal Disabilities podcast, they give their insights about depression, suicide, and being present to enjoy what they have been given. In such a profound way, their stories will raise the bar on life for anyone. Depression, suicide, and other mental disabilities have been common in society. Nevertheless, it is imperative to continue discussing mental health and community involvement. This episode is intended to educate and keep moving forward.

The Phenomenal Disabilities team had the pleasure of sitting down with Jayajothy "Jaya" Sliney to discuss activism, career, education, and navigating their authentic self as disabled and LGBTQ individuals. Jaya has dealt with numerous experiences in life that have brought them here today. Yet, they've found a way to keep representing strength, power, leadership, growth, and beauty all in one. Through Jaya's life journey, you'll gain an appreciation for disabilities and the importance of "just doing you."

Rewards come in many forms. Can we understand why they are important? How can we look at the aspect of rewards differently?