Discovering and Embracing My Disability - Sukjeen Kaur (Chronically Brown)

Brooke talks to Sukjeen Kaur about disability, identity, and the importance of self-care. Sukhjeen reflects on her personal journey of discovering their disabilities, including ADHD and autism, and how it has shaped their understanding of disability rights and advocacy.

They also discuss the challenges faced in school, including racial abuse and the struggle to express themselves. Sukhjeen also shares their experiences as a South Asian woman navigating the intersection of disability and cultural expectations. Overall, the episode offers valuable insights into the complexities of disability and the power of self-acceptance and advocacy.

BEST MOMENTS

Sukhjeen shares their personal journey of discovering their disabilities and the impact it has had on their life.
Sukhjeen discusses the significance of listening to one's gut instincts and trusting oneself. They reflect on the times they ignored their gut feelings and the negative consequences that resulted. They encourage others to listen to their intuition and make decisions based on their own instincts.
The discussion touches on the power of disability humor and the importance of allowing disabled individuals to joke about their own experiences. Sukhjeen emphasises that disability humor is not meant for non-disabled individuals and that they should not center themselves in conversations about disability.
It's vital to process emotions, working through challenges, and move forward in a positive and productive manner.
BEST MOMENTS

"It needs to be said that so many other disabled people that maybe they don't even know they're disabled or they don't claim that identity. I mean, that's completely up to them. It's optional. But it is disability rights for you to take care of yourself first and know how to actually ask for those accommodations."

"It's not my fault that I've made you feel uncomfortable about my lived experience. Yes, yeah. I'm sorry. You're not in the gang."

"Listen to your gut. Learn how to listen to your gut. And then make sure that you do what your gut says as well."

"I think my resilience has been the most positive thing because I've been able to help other people as well as myself as well at the same time."

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