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"Just to be clear, I'm not trying to say I think any of what I just described is "good"" Yes, this has been the problem. Many in the Deaf Community do not see

• Etheryte 2y ago
  I mean, why would they? It would only create negative emotions, but it wouldn't have any positive impact on anything. Feeling bad about a condition can be useful if it can propel you to improve the situation, e.g. if you're an alcoholic and you feel bad about it, you might stop drinking. But for conditions where it's out of your control and there is no cure, framing it as bad does not do any good. No one needs to wallow in self pity thinking oh if only I was born different, especially if they can lead rich and fulfilling lives.
  • bluGill 2y ago
    More importantly, by framing it as a thing (not good or bad just is) they can find ways around the issues. They can live their life just fine. Sure there are some things you cannot do without hearing, but there are more things to do in life than there is time anyway so there isn't a problem. You can't enjoy a symphony concert, but there are a lot of people who could do that yet don't. You can still enjoy a baseball game with those people, or if you don't like baseball - many others don't was well, just ...