I have been what’s known as ‘disabled’ my whole life – oh, how society loves labels! I have a genetic condition called Spinal Muscular Atrophy, which means I’m about as physically useful as a chocolate teapot… On top if this potentially dire situation, let’s look at my disability shopping list: Accessible housing – Very difficult… Continue Reading
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Learn, Train and Master
There was a time I would be physically sick at the thought of public speaking, exams and other types of stressful endeavours. In my late teens, having gone down to 4.5 stone in weight after my spinal fusion operation, I was forced to drink protein shakes to stay alive. They were disgusting in taste and… Continue Reading
Driving Dreams
When I was a teenager I had youthful exuberance and disability demons in abundance. Quite a weird combination. So much of me wanted to see the world and change it at the same time. However having Spinal Muscular Atrophy meant feeling it was all impossible for poor little me. Being able to drive is an… Continue Reading
Knowing Your Value and Believing In It
In my last written post I discussed how to increase your creativity by reducing money worries. I now want to share some thoughts on simply increasing your income. The main reason being that homelessness and starvation aren’t good for your creativity either! It’s a fact, whether you’re disabled or not, money matters. For my disabled… Continue Reading
Shedding Money Worries and Unleashing Your Creative Beast
Unless you don’t follow me on social media or you live in a cave, you’ll know that I’m staying in Spain for a few weeks. Beyond the sun, sea, culture, language and everything else I love about this country; it has also marked some very significant aspects of my life. We all know my ‘triumph… Continue Reading
Travelling with a Disability
To visit an uncharted territory and experience new things, I honestly think enriches us in so many ways. Whilst some people find excuses not to venture far (whether disabled or not), others seek adrenaline and greater personal growth. Whilst we’re all different and entitled to our individual preferences; here’s my top tips for disabled travellers… Continue Reading
Always Freedom Fighting
Being a disabled person can be so exhausting. Even just to get out of bed we have to prove the case for necessary funding, equipment, facilities (accessible housing) and manage a team of people. All before breakfast! By lunchtime we hear how government policy is regressing. The ILF closure and Parliamentary apathy on the ‘Social… Continue Reading
Japan: A life changing visit
Only three weeks ago I was still in Japan. Everyday since I have relived another amazing moment. In my previous blog I highlighted my views on accessible tourism and my personal experiences. This article will share my life changing professional development on this amazing trip. The reason I was invited to Japan in the first place… Continue Reading