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!
What is the Church of 80% Sincerity? It's learning to be okay with yourself… most of the time.
Check out this lesson in tolerance as a man standing on a street corner reveals inherent beliefs in the different religions of the world.
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."
These adaptive skiiers talk about the experience of having a disability. How did their family react? What's it like to be labeled "disabled?"
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 Register, Amputee, "Disables" Stereotypes
John Register, amputee, Paralympian, and motivational speaker speaks about choosing to amputate.
John Siciliano Shows Off His Prosthetic Friends
John Siciliano, actor, amputee, and Paralympian runs through his prosthetics for running, water sports, and climbing.
Jessica Cox: The Pilot with No Arms
A video story from Inside Edition about Jessica Cox, a licensed pilot who was born without arms. Watch as she makes a perfect landing using her feet.