Advocacy in a Flare-Up: When the Body Says Stop, But the Cause Says Go
Advocacy in a Flare-Up: When the Body Says Stop, But the Cause Says Go I'm still incredibly busy working behind the scenes on projects that matter. I never seem to stop. I’ve learned not to speak on things until they’re done—too often, those who’ve committed hate crimes against me have used early information to sabotage or further ostracise me. As always, I remain dedicated to improving our communities—especially for disabled individuals—despite the challenges I face. I continue to deal with maladaptive individuals and harmful behaviours, and I hold onto hope that justice or at least closure will come. I won’t be silenced. I’m simply choosing to work with organisations and platforms that genuinely support disabled voices. My advocacy continues—stronger and more focused than ever. At the same time, I’m managing chronic pain flare-ups, so I’m learning to rest and treat myself with kindness when needed. That self-care allows me to keep doing the important work that fuels me. Positive ...
