Disabilities

@Kayleethecatloveri love this view

to answer your question:

I will talk to others with disabilities (whether similar or different) because it helps remind me I'm not alone in how I feel

Building a good support system to help in any needs (good general thing whether you have a disability or not)

And just openly talking to people about how these things affect you

Also as a mobility aid user (currently use a cane, might try out a forearm crutch here soon) I get a lot of weird looks or people make assumptions about why I have it, I cant even tell you the number of times people have asked me what happened and I had to answer saying that nothing happened, I just got worse. To combat things like this I've decorated my cane, I have stickers on it relating to things I like, and soon will also be getting a little bag/pouch thing I can attach onto it that I will probably use to hold fidgets, meds, first aid, and other general things I use to help my disabilities. With the pouch I'm going through a specific person and they even offered to make it adjustable so I can use it with basically any mobility aid, and even use a fun fabric printed with something like sharks (sharks are one of my biggest special interests), it has all really helped make it feel less awkward to use and like a tool people don't understand, and instead more like a helpful accessory that is becoming part of who I am.

(for reference to better contextualize all of this, I have POTS, autism, ADHD, and possible EDS)

@Kayleethecatlover I really appreciate your perspective and openness. Managing my PSVT-AVNRT (a heart condition) has been a journey of learning how to adapt while still expressing myself fully. At times, my health condition has made me feel limited—whether it’s needing to manage stress carefully to avoid heart episodes or adjusting my daily routine to prioritize my well-being.

To anyone struggling with a disability, I’d say: your experiences are valid, and your voice matters. You don’t have to fit into anyone else’s definition of "normal" because, like you said, normal doesn’t really exist. What matters is finding ways to express yourself that feel true to you—whether that’s through art, writing, music, or even just conversations with people who understand and appreciate you for who you are. Surround yourself with those who lift you up, and never let others define your worth. 💙

@Kayleethecatlover

Thank you so much for sharing this, Kayleethecatlover 💙

Your vulnerability and honesty are incredibly powerful, and I admire the strength it takes to speak up about your experiences. You’re absolutely right. Nobody is truly “normal.” We all have our unique ways of moving through the world, and those differences deserve to be understood, not judged. Your words are a reminder that self-acceptance and compassion can be game changers in a world that doesn’t always make room for neurodiversity or disability.

As someone who also lives with autism and BPD, I really resonate with what you said about being misunderstood. I’ve been judged for my sensitivity, my difficulty with social norms, or needing more processing time. But over time, I’ve learned to stop trying to “pass” as neurotypical. I’ve started expressing myself in ways that feel natural to me, not forced by what others expect. Whether it’s writing, taking time before responding, resting when I feel overstimulated, being aware when my social battery is depleted and taking the time to leave to care for myself, or just asking someone to be patient with me, these small steps have helped me feel seen on my own terms.

Wishing you the best on your journey! 💖

@Kayleethecatlover to your question I would definitely be supportive as much as possible because as u said we never know what people are facing in their daily lives, so it just makes a little better if we just surpass all the judgement and be the reason to smile for others.