Getting Better with Jonathan Van Ness What Is Ableism and How Does It Affect Your Life? with Carson Tueller
Mar 11, 2020
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From Death to Rebirth
- A sister's perspective transformed Carson’s view of his injury from "death" to "rebirth."
- This insight sparked a profound shift in his self-worth and fueled his advocacy work.
Disability as a Spectrum
- Disability is a spectrum; no body is broken or less valuable, just different in function.
- Viewing bodies along a spectrum is as natural as accepting diversity in color, gender, or sexuality.
Respect Disabled People's Boundaries
- Avoid asking disabled people unsolicited questions about their injury or disability.
- Focus on normal conversation topics unless they invite discussion about their disability.