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Need Me: Ms Wheelchair NY 2018, Advocate and more

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Need Ms Wheelchair NY 2018 Need an advocate

Ms wheelchair ny 2018 address mental health as a support in the disability community

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wo weeks ago I got that awesome call from La shawn  who is the founder of Social Work Diva​ after being motorviated by her work and stories  related to life and mental health, It allowed me to reflect back on my journey and one day I sent her an e-mail  telling her I will like her help in bringing mental health awareness/support into the disability community because is just not talked about.. she agreed to help  me bring my vision and allowing it to shine. When I talked with her this week I asked her the question do you need a diagnoses to receive mental health services? She said no.. I was relieve by that I want people with disabilities including myself to know it okay to seek mental  health support having a disability is a gift but is not always easy talking to someone.. using therapy as a support for yourself is okay... i open that door i took that stand to be an advocate and ally  why me you will learn more about my reasons towards bringing awareness the exciting ne

Girl Empowerment Journey

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Monday Motivation.. You have to be impacted by something To make a difference a take a lead.. Growing up with a disability.. being a girl especially for many years I was very shy and didn't have a voice.. I had trouble accepting my disability as a teenager my disability kept my out of a lot of activities especially in school Isolation has develop over time which also has an impact on my social and communication skills today.. I appreciate those who opens up their doors to get to know me as it's not always easy for me to open up My confidence limited me from shinning in many areas I doubt myself many times before I believe in myself.. At times I still face with these issues .. I grow over my time in college I gain confidence in my academics and so much more I gain friendships I gain acceptance. I was very involved on campus.. I gain a community that i never had until this day