Submit a Story | Different & Able

Thank you for your interest in submitting a story to Different & Able!

We see the purpose of your story as being a way in which others can learn from your experiences and perhaps facilitate their personal journey. Stories should be written in the form of an essay. They should show your personal experience. We would like you to tell how you navigated obstacles and how you utilized your personal, social, professional and/or legal resources to move towards your goals. You can copy and paste your story in the field below, and answer additional questions to compliment your narrative if you wish.

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What is your difference? Your “diagnosis” if you have one, and the specific areas of difference; i.e. physical issues, social issues, behavior issues and/or emotional issues

What parts of your life have been affected by your difference? i.e. schooling, social life, work life, recreational and/or sports life

What specific obstacles have you faced due to your difference?

What were the most helpful resources in your journey towards your goals in life and expressing your able-ness? i.e. types of therapy, accommodations, education and legal support, etc.

Was the support helpful to you?

Were there specific people (family, educator, professional) who made a difference for you?

What were the most beneficial strategies, treatment, or advice?

Were there times you struggled, failed and lost hope?

What helped you push forward, persevere and keep your head-up?

What did you learn about yourself through the experiences of ups and downs, failures and successes?

What do you consider to be your greatest success so far?

Some people feel that people who are different eventually arrive at a stage of “acceptance”. What is your opinion on this?

Do you “accept” your difference?

If you have arrived at a place of “acceptance”, what helped you get there?

Knowing what you know now, what advice would you have given yourself, 5/10/20 years earlier?