The image of someone with a disability achieving a feat, no matter how mundane, is often quickly labeled "inspirational." It’s plastered across social media, shared in motivational speeches, and used to uplift the spirits of those deemed "able-bodied." While there’s an inherent human desire to celebrate resilience and triumph over adversity, this often-simplistic narrative frequently overshadows a far more complex, often painful, and financially and mental crushing reality.
"It's a bitter sweet symphony this life…"