The View From Down Here

The View From Down Here

We don't have to be infinitely resilient

Resilience is just a resource like any other

Jan 26, 2024
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Hello,

I have been thinking a lot this week about resilience. Specifically, resilience to ableism.

Yesterday, I gave a talk to a charity for disabled people and their families, about looking after your mental health while fighting for your rights and/or needs.

I am by no means the expert here, because I routinely forget to do the things that help, or even …

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