Strength and Vulnerability: Two Sides of the Same Human Coin
Strength is a word that often conjures images of triumph, control, and power. Vulnerability, by contrast, evokes the opposite images of exposure, fragility, and softness. But this contrast…
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Creating a Church Community of True Belonging: Lessons from The Butterfly Circus
The wonder of The Butterfly Circus is not in the performances but in how it transforms people, offering them a place where they belong, not because of what…
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The Transformative Power of Community: Lessons from The Butterfly Circus
The theme of community is beautifully interwoven throughout the film, The Butterfly Circus. It highlights the transformative power of acceptance, belonging, and shared purpose. Will initially views himself…
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The Butterfly Circus: Rethinking Disability and Inclusion
The film The Butterfly Circus provides a profound lens to examine society’s perception of disability. Historical Perspectives Throughout history, individuals with disabilities have faced marginalization, stigmatization, and exclusion.…
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Human Beings – Thriving
Let us take a quick walk down memory lane, recalling Will’s remarkable journey of transformation to arrive at this stage of seeing past his limitations and disability. At…
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Human Beings – Developing in Community
“If only I had longer legs to do the jumps, I would have made the cheer team.” “If only the coach could see how hard I tried, he…
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Human Beings – Accepting Acceptance
An Example from “The Butterfly Circus” God has given us a second chance, but not everyone recognizes or accepts it. ******* In the previous blog, we looked at…
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Human Beings – A Side Show?
Examining “The Butterfly Circus” Have you ever wanted a different body or considered changing your appearance? Have you ever dreamed about being someone other than yourself? ******* In…
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Humans and Butterflies
Human beings and butterflies share some striking similarities: You may be wondering what butterflies have to do with a blog on disability… I am glad that I have…
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What Do You Want Me to Do for You?
A Reflection on Mark 10:46–52[i] Do you often make assumptions based on common knowledge or your own experience? Do you project your own feelings or attitudes onto others…
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The Hustle with Heart: Navigating the Business World as a Young Adult with a Disability
By Martin Block Let’s be honest: for all its talk about inclusion, the business world still has some serious blind spots. Especially when it comes to young adults…
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House Hunting with Accessibility in Mind: A Guide to Finding the Right Home
By Martin Block Searching for an accessible home requires careful planning, attention to detail, and a clear understanding of your needs. Whether you’re looking for a house that…
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Redefining Freedom: Living the Digital Nomad Life with Disabilities
By Martin Block The digital nomad lifestyle offers unparalleled freedom and flexibility, making it an appealing choice for individuals with disabilities. It’s more than just remote work—designing a…
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Learning Disabilities and Disorders
Parents want to see their kids enjoy going to school, learning, and making friends. When a child experiences difficulty in learning, parents may think the child just has…
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Types of Assistive Technology
Assistive technology enables people with disabilities to optimize their functioning and participation in daily life. There are many assistive devices and equipment to meet the various needs. This…
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Assistive Technology: What It Does Today and What It Can Do Tomorrow
“Honey, do you know where we are?” “I am not sure. I have no cell signal.” Can you imagine life without technology? The advancement of technology has radically…
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Marginalization
The word margin, as most of us understand it, refers to the space of a page outside the main body of the text. When I read, I often…
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The Others
“Our basketball team will slay them this year!” “The management only cares about the bottom line. It is up to the union to teach them how to treat…
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Bridging the Understanding Gap
Many people have unfavorable or negative attitudes toward people with disabilities because of a lack of understanding. This blog post will explore the reasons behind this lack and…
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Olfactory impairment, or smell disorder, is an invisible disability. Olfactory impairment is often neglected because, unlike mobility impairment, it cannot be observed by others. Moreover, this impairment is…
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