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At least for me, it's not about whether it's "socially acceptable". When everyone around you tells you you're morally inferior because you can't do the things t
by Twisol 5y ago
At least for me, it's not about whether it's "socially acceptable". When everyone around you tells you you're morally inferior because you can't do the things they can, the way they can, you (I) internalize a hell of a lot of guilt and trauma.
A diagnosis doesn't have to be a badge of dishonor. It can help you recognize that, no, you're not morally broken -- there are factors at play that just make some things harder to reach. That doesn't mean it's not worth working on some of those things -- it's not an excuse -- but it can help avoid some of the feelings of "you can't do it because you're a terrible broken person who's just not trying hard enough".
So it's actively not about what's acceptable in the eyes of society, because in the eyes of society you're already inferior. Claim some ground for yourself, is the feeling.
What's wrong with listing disabilities? I don't even know what identity politics is, so maybe I'm just not predisposed by the concept?
- teakettle42 5y ago> you (I) internalize a hell of a lot of guilt and trauma. If working through internalized guilt and trauma requires externalizing that guilt and trauma, have you really worked through it? > A diagnosis doesn't have to be a badge of dishonor. Honestly, I dislike that I received an autism diagnosis in the first place. The dishonor inherent in a diagnosis arises from the almost inevitable propensity to incorporate that diagnosis as an excuse within one's own internal monologue. > It can help you recognize that, no, you're not morally broken That is achievable without a diagnosis. If you have to work harder than the majority of others to achieve something, that doesn't mean you're morally broken, it just means that particular thing is harder for you to achieve. Do you feel morally broken for other areas in which you do not have a natural talent? Why do you allow others to make you feel that way about this area? > Claim some ground for yourself, is the feeling. You can only claim ground for yourself through achievement, not through a diagnosis. > What's wrong with listing disabilities? I don't even know what identity politics is, so maybe I'm just not predisposed by the concept? In general, what is the purpose of listing disabilities outside of requesting specific, personally necessary accommodations?
- Twisol 5y agoI don't think I could have made my point as strongly without your contributions. Much appreciated.