The most difficult thing about being disabled, in my opinion at least, is not ableism. It’s not the strange looks you get in the street, or having…… Read more “Too Much Labour.”
Tag: Ableist
Doing Plenty of Harm.
After last week’s blog post discussing ableism in the media, which highlighted the fact that disabled people are not paid to be critics and therefore shouldn’t have…… Read more “Doing Plenty of Harm.”
Survival of the Ableist.
When advocating for the rights of disabled people online, one of the most offensive retorts I have come across, on multiple occasions no less, is “survival of…… Read more “Survival of the Ableist.”
Beggars Can’t Be Choosers, But Fighters Should Be.
One of the hardest things I have had to learn since becoming disabled is how to pick my battles. There is so much ableism & general injustice…… Read more “Beggars Can’t Be Choosers, But Fighters Should Be.”
It Could Be You.
Before we get to the blog post, I’d just like to say a big Happy Birthday to my dad, who hits a milestone birthday today whilst social…… Read more “It Could Be You.”
Wheels of Steel.
Being out & about in a wheelchair is not without its challenges. I believe that pavement parkers have a special place reserved for them in hell (which…… Read more “Wheels of Steel.”
Ableism In Four Words.
Social media is often portrayed as a toxic environment full of lies & fake news, & frankly, it’s a reputation well-earned. However, it also has the power…… Read more “Ableism In Four Words.”
Building Accessible Bridges.
Whenever I have to challenge someone about doing something ableist, such as parking on the pavement or blocking an access route, almost always the culprit tells me…… Read more “Building Accessible Bridges.”
What Came Before.
Given that the title of this blog is Diary of a Disabled Person you could be easily forgiven for thinking that discussing my life prior to disability…… Read more “What Came Before.”
Diary of a Disabled Person. 