I’m writing my 2016 summary from Poland. Having been here for a few summer time visits, it’s definitely on the colder side now. However the people, food and culture has been very warming. It’s also been nice to raise the temperature by looking back at this year’s travels, projects and favourite memories. Having noted my… Continue Reading
Power 100: Who Are Britains most influential disabled people?
The ‘Disability Power 100‘ list covers successful disabled people in politics, media, sport and entertainment. Produced by Powerful Media and sponsored by The Shaw Trust, it’s creating important discussions about being disabled in 2016. This year Tanni Grey Thompson chaired the judging panel. I’m still not sure who entered me, but a couple of months… Continue Reading
Personal Growth and Global Contribution
It’s been a frustrating week. The inevitable winter bugs have arrived. In fact I beat a minor cold three weeks ago. However this particular cough is starting to take the biscuit. I’m definitely a bigger fan of summertime. Of course I’m not the only one. Most of my friends and family have had it too…. Continue Reading
Launching Disability Academy and Accessible Traveller
It’s no secret I’ve enjoyed travelling to many amazing places. However it is a more hidden secret that lots of other disabled people travel too. The mainstream media and disability campaigners talk about the poverty and suffering. Quite rightly. But what about the thousands of disabled people who can travel? Or the disabled people who… Continue Reading
The Serendipity of Trying New Things
On the one hand I love a comfort zone. Particularly with needing lots of care support, special equipment, and home adaptions. Plus it’s human nature to strive for calmness and tranquillity. Well for a day, at least. On the other hand comfort zones can be dangerous. We stagnate, get complacent and take good things for… Continue Reading
Ingredients for a Good Life
These posts often start with a quote from a Greek philosopher, a mention of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, and end with the fact a perfect life is in your control. Most of this is true. The Greeks knew universal truths that still exist today. Maslow is correct that we need food and shelter before aiming for… Continue Reading
Purple Power
Green for the environment. Pink for gay people. Purple for disabled people. You may have heard of all three colours and their representations. However purple and disability is definitely a newer one for me. It’s a very clever idea too. For many people, including disabled people, it may be scoffed at. Why will putting a… Continue Reading
Who Cares?
I usually like to start the week on a light hearted, leisurely and lovely vibe. Unfortunately there’s an ongoing problem that has become too frustrating to ignore. The topic of care! Ever since I was born I’ve not been able to walk. Moreover I’ve always needed help to turn at night, get dressed, use the… Continue Reading