Physically Disabled, Perfectly Normal
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Physically Disabled, Perfectly Normal

The physical disabled get overlooked and overshadowed. But the truth is that we don't want or need to be.

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Physically Disabled, Perfectly Normal
99percentinvisible.org

Being disabled certainly isn't as easy as one would imagine. We all know that any logical or even sympathetic individual wouldn't let the word easy cross their mind. Every day, I struggle with physical pain, hiding it behind a smile because I understand that dwelling on it would do nothing but bad for not only me, but everyone around me. However, as tough as the physical aspect of my disability is, I think that the mental and emotional battles are the toughest of all.

You see, because the physically disabled are one of the most over looked minority groups in the country. Everyday we get stared at by people that don't understand. Everyday we get talked down too, because for some reason, having a physical disability also means that we have a mental disability. There are hundreds of places that still aren't handicapped accessible and the majority of the people who make those decisions, have not even the slightest clue how to accommodate our needs.

Unfortunately, we don't get much respect, if any at all it the work force. There are jobs out there that we just aren't physically capable of. We understand that. But, in many cases, the physically disabled get judged before they even walk in the door. A very small percentage of the physically disabled are employed and a smaller percentage of that have full-time jobs. And that can't be because we are all incapable.

So, I ask with a humble heart, to the people that don't understand, please try to. Ask questions, maybe do a little bit of research. To the people that stare as I move down the street, I'm just as normal as you are, I promise. To the parents of the women I love, I promise that I can care and love for your daughter more than anyone on the planet. To future employers, I am applying for your position because I know I am capable, I know my limits and I understand you don't, but please know I am capable of more than just greeting at Walmart. But, maybe telling just isn't enough, maybe the only way to prove myself capable is by continuing to show it.

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