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> The world is full of secret superheroes, mustering up a lot of strength and ingenuity to get through their days. I know you mean well, but I don't like being
by kayodelycaon 4y ago
> The world is full of secret superheroes, mustering up a lot of strength and ingenuity to get through their days.
I know you mean well, but I don't like being thought of as a superhero. It defines me by my limitations and hold me up as something exceptional. I actually find this to be quite harmful. :(
Consider this: I only need to be exceptional because society would not allow me to be successful otherwise. There are many others with my disability who aren't.
It borders on the edge of inspiration porn[1].
1: https://www.forbes.com/sites/andrewpulrang/2019/11/29/how-to-avoid-inspiration-porn/?sh=6b74a9e15b3d https://www.forbes.com/sites/andrewpulrang/2019/11/29/how-to...
I hope my comment isn't too harsh. It's been a long day. :)
- JohnBooty 4y agoDamn, I meant the opposite - I just wanted to recognize the struggle. But that's no excuse. Neither is the fact that I have disabilities as well. I'm very, very sorry and extremely appreciative that you took the time to explain that. I owe you.