Perspectives
There are many, many famous people with disabilities, and you'll find some of their stories here. But sometimes it's also great to just read about a teacher, nurse, lawyer, accountant, or entrepreneur who's found a way to create a rewarding life while living with a disability. Their stories are here, too, along with articles that look at living with a disability from every perspective. Oh, and those famous people with disabilities? They're looking for ways to best live with their conditions, just like the rest of us!
The film "Shooting Beauty" takes a different approach to capturing the lives of people with disabilities. Its subjects are armed with cameras allowing them to tell their own story. Here we meet Tony Knight, a man with cerebral palsy who's not afraid...
John Register, amputee, Paralympian, and motivational speaker speaks about choosing to amputate.
Watch this fascinating clip on Duane Stevenson from the documentary "Monster Warrior: Soul of Warrior". Duane has overcome many obstacles in his life to become a highly regarded mixed martial arts (MMA) trainer and fighter. His attitude, "I don't ask...
Disaboom member Michael Gerber talks about the horrifiying results from a study that revealed 51% of Americans would rather die than live with a disability. He says, "they're wrong."
Videos
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Michael Gerber Discusses Getting His MS Diagnosis (Part 1)
Disaboom member Michael Gerber talks about his MS diagnosis and the symptoms that he deals with on a daily basis. His positive attitude is contagious and inspiring.
Michael Gerber on His Positive Perspective (Part 2)
Check out Disaboom member Michael Gerber's incredible outlook on life. He and wife Gail open their doors to the unemployed and the down-on-their-luck individuals in their community.
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Michael Gerber and the Hardest Thing About MS (Part 3)
Disaboom member Michael Gerber talks about doing the MS Walk and the hardest part of having MS - relying on his wife Gail.
John Siciliano Shows Off His Prosthetic Friends
John Siciliano, actor, amputee, and Paralympian runs through his prosthetics for running, water sports, and climbing.
David Roche and the Church of 80 percent Sincerity
What is the Church of 80% Sincerity? It's learning to be okay with yourself… most of the time.
Becoming "Disabled," How Did You Handle It?
These adaptive skiiers talk about the experience of having a disability. How did their family react? What's it like to be labeled "disabled?"
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