This is a really interesting letter, Jake. Such a Unique way to show people what’s INspiring about you. I love your mindset on life because a lot of people believe that to be inspired or inspired by someone they have to be perfect. Just like you said it’s like landing from jumping 24-inch box from the ground. Practice makes perfect but doesn’t…read more

Oh man this was such a good read. Your first paragraph was so raw! & it was relatable. I wish our generation had an easier time healing but it’s wonderful that people have the courage to share their stories. Someone, somewhere will read that now & relate & not feel so alone anymore.

Your message is so true. There is it is much representation as there should be now these days. There might have been a development, but I feel like there should be more. It kind of sucks especially with the society that we live in that there are not as many people being represented on television as they should be, and even if they were represented…read more

This is so true. It’s kind of sad because a lot of people think we’re represented because they focus on one part of an area or make us attach ourselves to a representation of a whole different culture from what we may come from. I’ve seen it happen with movies, such as Black Panther and Woman King. and what’s crazy is that back in the days? W…read more

What an amazing letter. I often ask the same questions. Why can’t more non-traditional groups of people be showcased on more platforms. Why can’t we learn to accept people for who they are. I do not have all the answers but hopefully our voices will lead to positive change.

All the best,
Shelley

This is so awesome! I love that you have so much compassion and passion for an issue that maybe doesn’t directly impact you as much as it impacts someone that you love. “Why not?” is a great question. The world is filled with diverse people – and why not have that diversity reflected in every aspect of our culture? It is clear you have big heart…read more

Julia, you are truly strong. I hate that the world we live in has such standards on society and when you are out of the so-called norm there are always stares. Your amazing even though your fighting with something you have no control over. I hope they show more representation with Spastic Diplegi. It’s the first time I’ve heard of this. I’m glad…read more

Perseverance! Julia you show so much perseverance in your representation and I felt it through the letter. Despite the adversities faced you have still stood strong self vigilante and forward! Very honorable. Please keep striving! 🙂

Great article! Would love to talk to you more about your experiences. I have CP too! And have an Instagram page where I post about it, adaptint2yourabilities. If you want to know more about how I do things with CP or just general motivation, thank you for creating this community, Lauren!

Roger, your stories never faze to amaze me. I love how you explained representation in way of speaking out for the unheard; because no matter what representation represents everyone and everything.

Awesome take on representation Roger! I like how you left the definition of representation up to the readers. I always feel like my definition is rooted yet the leaves change a lot on the subject. Awesome read and thank you for having the courage to stand up for what’s right.

I’m so sorry for your loss. Just know that your mother was the best mirror you could of had and she’s still mirroring you but from a higher place and watching over you. Representation matters. I agree with your take on representation. It is the space where history, culture and imagination can converse in a way that everyone feels seen and heard.

“I sit with myself in exhaustion” . I about cried as how true those words have been for Me day in and day out. Hiding in plain sight! Thank you for composing such a heartfelt realistic letter. I wish you peace love and more self freedom to create.

Catherine, This is such beautiful and powerful tribute to Chloe. I am sorry that it was so hard for you when your parents told you of your diagnosis. But I am glad you “came out” in college and I am even happier that you have seemingly gained confidence in who you are and how you see the world. I have learned a lot about autism, just from reading…read more

Catherine, your story was impressive. It’s not surprising that if the examples of your life experiences aren’t on tv how that would make your challenges harder and more lonely. I can’t imagine that feeling of isolation. Thank you for sharing this with us. I hope your career can lead you in the path to allow you to shed more light for more peopl…read more

Catherine, your message is amazing. I hope that Chloe can see the impact that she had made on you. I’m glad That she shed the light for you and glad that you found your true self unaware of your condition until the age of 17 that’s so shocking to me. I’m sure during the years of being autistic without knowing you probably felt out of place. I’m g…read more

I am sorry you ever felt misunderstood or misrepresented, this is so powerful and so poetically written. I love this part, “I wish to see more inclusivity of the enormous amounts of creativity. Let it blossom from every tv screen, rich in color, live in dramatic wedding scenes.
And I wish for justice to be served on the first string, when the…read more

Gie,

Let say this before anything, I love this letter. The way you wrote about something that causes me great pain to see such amazing people misunderstood or misrepresented is inspiring. I know how it feels to be misunderstood but on a different plane than what you’ve felt. These words you’ve shared prove that you are so much more than those…read more

It kind of sucks how predictable life is sometimes, especially in today’s day and age, where we are supposed to be loving towards one another and there’s so much hatred your poem is so amazing and unique and creative. Keep up the great work.