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The things real people with disabilities want you to know.

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The content directly addresses common societal misconceptions and provides a platform for marginalized voices, fostering empathy and education. The use of personal anecdotes and clear, concise messaging makes it highly relatable and shareable.

Summary

This slideshow features various individuals sharing their experiences and perspectives on living with disabilities. It aims to educate viewers on common misconceptions and advocate for greater understanding, inclusion, and equal opportunities.

Structure

1Introduction to Disability Diaries
2Challenging misconceptions about disability and luck
3The hidden struggles of disability
4The importance of not judging by appearance
5Being treated as human and with kindness
6Debunking service dog myths
7Living life to the fullest despite disability
8Setting boundaries regarding service animals

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The things real people with disabilities want you to know. Welcome to Disability Diaries Having a disability does not make me "lucky" @zoloftpoodle SERVICE DOG IN TRAINING My accomodations or disability aids are not "unfair", "cheating", or give me an "advantage". I have to struggle to achieve your "normal". Being disabled sucks and I just want equal opportunities. You will likely never see the worst of someone's disability. @that.one.bookworm Do not tell me I look fine, "normal", or hit me with "you don't look disabled" I am still HUMAN! @faral_fang I want to be included. I want you to treat me with kindness. Don't joke about or poke fun at my conditions...especially if you're a "friend". Not every service dog is a Fab 4 Breed. That doesn't make them FAKE. @the.crippled.cryptid Disability doesn't discriminate by age. No one is "too old" or "too young". The world doesn't stop just because we're disabled. @ctsk9s We're often overlooked, mocked, or excluded. But that should never stop us from being the best versions of ourselves and living life to the fullest. MY DOG IS NOT A PAIR OF SUNGLASSES. AND WE ARE NOT A CIRCUS ACT. NO I WILL NOT "LEAVE HIM AT HOME"...NOT EVEN "JUST THIS ONCE". NO WE WILL NOT "PERFORM A TASK" ...CONSIDER YOURSELF LUCKY I DIDN'T HIT YOU FOR ASKING.

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Drop a comment of something you would leave in the diary. Thank you so much for everyone who participated!!! It was nice to share a moment of vulnerability and understanding with each of you. @🧡Georgia_K9🧡 @Izzy and Zoloft 🐩 @Ekko_The_Aussie @Sky & the Service Dingo 🌙 @CTSK9s