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Lessons in Wheelchair Etiquette from a Disabled Artist

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As a disabled artist living with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI)—also known as Brittle Bone Disease—I’ve encountered my fair share of awkward interactions. While most people mean well, some just don’t know how to act around a wheelchair user. Over the years, I’ve collected a handful of helpful etiquette tips that can make everyday encounters more respectful, comfortable, and enlightening for […]

15 Dumb Things Strangers Have Actually Said to Me

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Living with a visible disability often means navigating more than just physical challenges—it means dealing with the unsolicited opinions, questions, and downright bizarre comments of strangers. As someone who uses a wheelchair due to Osteogenesis Imperfecta, I’ve heard my fair share of awkward, offensive, and unintentionally hilarious remarks in public. Sometimes, these interactions are a […]