Why I Started Posting About My Disability
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- Опубліковано 29 лип 2024
- In today’s video, I discuss why I started posting online about my disability.
I talk about what led me to this MAJOR decision, my journey of accepting and embracing my disability, what made me want to post a video of myself walking online for the first time, the fears and insecurities I had, and much more.
This one is a little vulnerable and my longest video to-date, the next ones will be more entertaining! BUT I thought this was an important element to share to give background about my online presence, what led me here today and why I keep sharing,
I also hope this is helpful for anyone struggling to accept their disability, because I wasn’t always accepting of mine. You’re not alone!
0:53 How I felt about my disability before sharing
1:35 The Light Bulb Moment
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As a person with the same disability. I spend a lot of time being down on myself. I'm really glad you share your story. Your positive attitude is inspiring, and amazing.
Sending love!
Eh,why ya gotta be down? It's literally the last thing that defines you. If your just a terrible person or make bad choices Than that's more to be down on. Being so called normal, really isn't that much less of a burden since we all have our issues. ya just gotta enjoy what ya have and what you are,work hard for whatever else your trying to do and get to where your going.and sit back and enjoy the ride. We are who we are.no.need to be ashamed or down or anything negative about it. Your options in life and way you behave and actions you take in this world are much more of a priority than a "dis" ability,or lack of ability, since all ppl lack abilities, like common sense 🤣 or using their brain,or being kind,or having lack of other things like humility and empathy. Don't be down,turn that frown upside down 😂 life is honestly a joke,so you gotta have fun
It took me awhile to get past how people view me when I was younger. I have CP too and I made it almost to 42! (May 25) I still struggle on some days and keep in mind I made it this far!
I'm an older gentleman (61) and don't do much utube social media type things. I did come across your videos and have just fell in love with them. I think you do a great job educating people on cp and disabilities in general. Keep up the great work as I know you impact many!!!!
My little sister has CP and she’s my biggest inspiration, I watched her have over 30 corrective surgeries and do things doctors said she’d never do like driving a car with no modifications, having a child, riding a bicycle, and finishing school… people like y’all inspire me daily thanks for bringing your story to life it should be done more often in life!
Hi Chelsea. I’m a male with cerebral palsy as well. The way you walk is very similar to the way I used to before I had surgery because my foot was turning increasingly inward. The surgery straightened out the foot and I don’t walk quite that way anymore. My gait is still different though, even after the surgery. It’s nice to see you’re sharing your experiences of life with your unique brand of CP. Keep up the good work :)!
I’m glad you’re educating everybody about the disability. I didn’t know what different kinds of disability are out there. Please continue posting your videos to encourage others. I am myself is disabled due to a stroke.
“I didn’t feel like I walk the way I walk”: I think that’s the thing that able bodied people don’t tend to understand. In my mind, I feel like I walk perfectly straight and upright, it’s not until I catch my reflection that I notice. I used to hate it, but years of experience and a boost of self confidence made me not care anymore. I’m proud of my body and all it does for me 😊 if people are going to stare, might as well give them something to stare at!
Your helping others to realize you can do what you set your mind to. Your amazing!❤
Thank you Nancy!
I am the father of a special needs child, he was born with his disability and I can tell you , he has never been a burden he is a gift...you are beautiful and your story is inspiring....being a single father of disabled child is not easy by any means but the reward is worth every minute....the reason I am single is because we lost his mother to cancer about 5 years ago....well I want to wish you happiness and blessings on you and yours ..thank you for sharing your story it means so much that people understand others with disabilities and give them the respect that they have earned..........be well James
Chelsea you're doing a great job, and you're an inspiration to people.
My wife and I are the parents of an incredible 3 year old girl who happens to have Rett Syndrome. She's non-ambulatory and non-verbal among other things and we often struggle with the best approach to day to day challenges. I call her my little stephen hawking because locked away by this horrible disease is an incredibly smart and sassy little girl. Your videos give us as parents many insights and help many others with their day to day struggles. Thank you. Keep doing what you are doing, and know you are making a difference!
I'm here to support this part of your journey to raise awareness. You are amazing, love from 🇬🇧❤️
Thank you sooo much!!
Chelsea your a beautiful woman. Never slow down and never give up.
It's great to see this Chelsea. My 9 year old son has epilepsy, developmental delay low muscle tone to name but a few difficulties and I can now perhaps understand be a little of what battles you have and are going through. I'm sure you have inspired many already so thank you for sharing your experiences 🙏
I have CP too and I have found that the most difficult part relating to my disability is explaining to famly and friends how things started to get harder to do as I get older. People notice I trip or fall more, but thats ok. Just keep telling everyone about your disability. Kids are the most accepting to talk to me about it as they don't fear to offend and if you talk to them in terms they understand. Keep posting!
I was born with hydrocephalus and have CP too! I'm 42 now so finding this in my fyp was glorious! You're outlook is very similar to mine in how you keep the sunny attitude! I'm proud of you and thank you for sharing your story. I'd love to talk to you!
Your very fortunate to be able to walk. My bother in law has CP and has always been wheelchair bound. I remember one time complaining (I was around 10 at the time) my feet were sore from walking all day. My mom (God rest her soul, miss her everyday) told me my brother in law would live to say that. It really put alot of things in perspective for me. I thank the good Lord every night and I appreciate my life and the abilities to do what I do. BTW I don't think I've ever seen any woman as beautiful as you! Never settle in life, you deserve the best it has to offer. ❤
Being a person with CP I truly appreciate your candor we need more content exist on social media.
I work for a large health care organization. The first thing that caught my eye was your beautiful smile. Respect and love…
My disability is a TBI so it's extremely hidden, and that tied with my personality has given me huge roadblocks. I need to try and be happy.
I think it is important to have people, like you, willing to show how they walk and not be afraid of it. Even though I can be self conscious when I see myself walk too. I know many people with CP that could walk but gave up because they thought they looked better sitting in a w/c. It's important for for people to know not to give up and they are normal. Thanks for showing that.
Thanks for having a positive attitude, you're an inspiration to many people.
You little lady are my Hero so brave
Much respect ✊
Thank you!!
I want to thank you for posting. I am an older woman, but also have spastic diplegia cerebral palsy. Since August, I have undergone two different procedures to try to improve incontinence that occurs as a result of my CP. I even tried one of the procedures a second time. Neither procedure has helped. My frustration has led me to seek further information on cerebral palsy in adulthood. I've found few resources, and am beginning to hear the same refrain again and again, "There's just not a lot out there...." Tonight, I discovered your channel. It lifted my spirit to find someone whose story I could relate to. You've made a difference in my life already, and I thought you should know. Keep posting!
Your clearly beyond amazing in both your attitude and outlook. And your ridiculously cute. You miss are killing it!
I can imagine when you walk into a room, people can't help but stare as you light the room up! You're a beautiful young lady who just happens to have a disability. That's the way I see it!
I'm really enjoying your content. I was a caregiver for my mom who had lost her ability to walk after a stroke in 2012. We went to a gym one day and the staff was more concerned about my moms wheelchair messing up the floor than anything else. We never went back
I admire courage.....you definitely have it.
M Daughter was born deaf, being bullied at school by other children at the age of 34 she was diagnosed with breast cancer, over in th uk if I get the clear yo ring the bell, 4 months later it came back , but she kept fighting, she watched my UA-cam channel and it made her laugh seeing her dad on UA-cam, at the age of 35 she was told she was terminal she kept doing things as much as she could bringing her daughter up aged 5 at 36 on the 21 of November her birthday she called me and said it’s time now dad December the 9th 2022 she died , she lived her life with a disability excepted she had a disability passed her driving test during her cancer, so good to see you ignoring everything and getting on with what you’re doing nothing is putting you down, be strong and keep sharing your life and including us in it ❤
I just happened across one of the "shorts" that you posted. As you said, the way you walk caught my eye. I was curious as to what it was about, so I watched it. Then another, then another. I don't have a disability per se, but I think that most people are dealing with personal issues, physical or mental, that make them feel self-conscious. I've dealt with an issue for most of my life and have for the most part overcome my own negative feelings about myself. Accepting yourself is an important first step, and I was interested in seeing how you handled your issues. We can all learn from one another, and I feel that just the few clips I've watched have given me a deeper understanding of what many of us deal with. Watching your confidence on video, your openness in speaking, and your comfort level with yourself has helped and inspired me more than you will ever know. You have shown me that we all have the power to control our lives and how others see us. I've come to believe the world sees us as a reflection of how we see ourselves. You've reinforced that opinion and have given me confidence in myself and the part I play in my own destiny. I'm anxiously looking forward to your upcoming videos. Thank you so much for sharing!
There is so much about you that draws me in. I feel lucky to have found your short videos and look forward to more of these longer ones. Also I had never heard the microwave popcorn song... I love it. 😂
Thank you so much! And that's a fun one lol!
Life can be so cruel and hard, i know. You traverse it with grace and beauty. What a beautiful person you are. ❤️
Thanks for sharing your story. You're a inspiration to so many people. Take care and have a blessed day and I'll see you on your next video or on Tictok
Thank you for watching and supporting!
I’m a 35 year old guy and I watch motocross and nitro circus to all major team sports and ufc. That being said. I came across one simple reel of yours and my heart just smiles
Listening to you. I don’t even know you but I feeel like I could listen to you all day. Please don’t be shy with content!
You have such a beautiful smile Chelsea! your soul shines bright and you are an inspiration, keep doing what you're doing!
I figured that ignoring and not dealing with how I walk would fix itself. Well at being 50 yrs old I still can't face and deal with seeing myself walk. Thank you for allowing me to see how you walk and helping me deal with walking myself.
I don't walk like you but when I walk In a room everyone stares at me too so I know how you feel 😭
the struggle is real!
I have a disability to I don't anything stand in my way my is on the right side of my body my name is Karmette Armstrong I had my since I was 18 months old you have a bless one
You are an amazing young lady and are helping others with the same disability and those that do not have one learn. Your smile is intoxicating and I can tell you are full of hope and Pride in the way you are out in the world telling others about you and your life. Keep putting the videos out and we will keep watching. 😇
Just found your channel. I am a 40 year old man with cerebral palsy and I completely understand your struggle. Keep posting. God bless you 🙏
The huge smile,sparkling personality, the sheer determination ,you are such a inspiration to me.Hold your head high and be proud!
I am amazed by people who can speak at length with no hiccups, so educational,awesome speaker,so interesting , Love your transparency.
The thing that pisses me off about peoples reaction to people with disabilities is:
They talk about you as if you are not there.
They think they know what your “problem is and how fix it”
They will be tested by God one day.
You are an angel. Very inspiring to so many people
Thank you
👍👍🎯from 🇨🇦
As someone with CP who doesn't really have anyone to talk about some of these specific issues about, your content really has helped me to organize some of my own thoughts and feelings better and to provide some motivation that I'm sometimes missing.
Your positive attitude is a great asset.
Disabled travel is a topic I talk about often. I am a double amputee (legs) and when I travel I ask for things like a ADA room in a hotel. Problem is even today some places think a ADA room means no steps at entry and nothing else.
Bravo for going public and sharing your story.
You're doing an amazing job ☺️☺️
I had started sharing in 2021 when I was going through a secondary condition CP is my primary. So i was watching chronic illness youtubers and started commenting sharing how i relate to them. As I am learning about my different comorbidities in cp and small fiber neuropathy its nice to share with people who understand. Like you I didnt share how cp affects me with my family or friends. My mom wouldnt really listen so why would anyone else. But i find it easier to open up to other people.
Hi! I just found your channel, and I am so happy. I also have CP and I like doing vlogs as well, so UA-cam recommended your channel. Looking forward to watching more, and have a great day!
You are beautiful inside and out, with a great personality & spirit! God Bless you!
It's wonderful to read the comments, just reading how happy she's made people of all backgrounds; some with disabilities who are pulled out of mild depression by her positivity, some generally inspired; to others just awed by her smile...
Oh my gosh!!! When I watched this vlog… and you talked about how it felt to see yourself walk… all your feelings, I yelled, “oh my god, me too!!!” I hate watches myself walk and I also relate with I thought it wasn’t that different, but I, too, realize why people worry! This vlog is so needed thanks for posting!
Love from another CP warrior!💚💪🏼
Pet peeves: People parking in Handicap spaces and/or using the electric carts in store when its clear that they don't have the need..Buying clothes that I don't want. Hi Chelsea. I watch your videos because you are vibrant and full of life! I was fortunate enough to live most of my life in good health until I fell and broke my neck. On my own front porch! I just hate that I am so limited now. I can still drive a car! (getting in and out is a challenge) I'm afraid I can't embrace my life/style though which is why I am glad to see you push yours to the MAX!!!
Beautiful lady with a beautiful soul, you have smile that could light up room ☺️ I have no doubt your videos will help many people and shine a light on that life is for living.
Go's bless 🙏
I know the feeling very well, I have also have CP and I freak out when I see myself in photos and walking in videos and to fit in world is not easy, it doesn't stop me for living a good life.
Chelsea, you're a beautiful girl who deserves the very best. Thanks you for sharing.
You're so amazing and so proud of you
Thank you!
@@realchelseabear you're so welcome
👏🏻 Your doing an amazing job
@Jenna Talia get a life*
You have a beautiful heart and soul.God has a plan for you.keep smiling 😃
I'm a person with cerebral palsy and I'm very proud of you and I like that you put it out there
I don't really notice how it is you walk to be honest, I always notice your smile. There are people in the world who face far less challenges than you, yet smile far less than you seem to. Keep being you Chelsea, you make others smile, and not because of your walk.
Thank you for sharing it is so wonderful God bless girl
Chelsea, I found your channel by accident recently and subscribed pretty much right away after watching a lot of your shorts and finally seeing some longer video episodes. You are an inspiration and I keep you in my prayers. You deserve the world and you have a sweet heart. May I throw in the fact you are also absolutely beautiful 😉👍🙏
Your bowling video appeared in my side-bar as a recommended video to watch. Being a bowler, I watched it and commented on it. I then checked out your main channel and found this video. I think you're doing a fantastic job sharing your life and your goals. I think that your channel will be very beneficial to both those with cerebral palsy and to those that know nothing about it. I look forward to being a part of your life's journey through your videos. Thank you for thinking of others by sharing your videos and commentary. I wish you the absolute best. Much love from the Great State of Texas.
I always thought people with cerebral palsy couldn't speak clearly and you are the first I see that speaks normal.
I stumbled on you on Shorts. You’re so darn pretty and such a killer figure I missed you had any disability. After all the “visual” stuff wore off it was the smile of yours that’s mesmerizing. I can’t watch one of your Shorts and not be in a better mood. Thank you.
I have right hemiparesis. You are awesome. I was born with it. We need to spread awareness about disability’s. I never let my disability get in my way.
Wow. You should really be proud of yourself for sharing your disability with the world. I'm not disabled, but I look forward to learning a lot from you in future videos. Thanks in advance for your future educational content.
Your inner beauty humbles me. You are a woman, a beautiful woman that is different. I wish I knew more people like you. Thank you for sharing your story.
Chelsea you are a true inspiration to us all, please keep up the excellent work you do on UA-cam. I am always inspired by your videos. Your energy and glowing personality and positive approach to life is an inspiration, something we all can learn from. I am a senior with twin daughters (now they are 42) with ADHD. They open my heart to the world of disabilities and you have open my heart even more. As I age with my many life experiences (HS Athlete, NCAA athlete, career military officer, scientist, engineer, father and grandfather) I have learned how precious all life is, I catch flies in the house and let them loose outside, crazy. We weren't taught how to interact with the disability because we didn't see you in school or in my work force. I still feel a bit uneasy approaching the disability but I give them a smile and a greeting for the day. I'm still learning. I don't mean to stare but my engineering mind kicks in and I try and see how your mechanical structure works, it's an automatic behavior with my geekie engineering mind. We as the human race, need more of YOU in this world to show us the value of life and how the disability add to the quality of our lives. Simple tasks in life that most of us take for granted, is concentrated work for you that most off us can't imagine. Thank you very much for each and every UA-cam video. You are a very attractive young lady and I know you have the energy to achieve whatever you want to do in life so as we said in the military, GO FOR IT and never punt on 4th down and long.
My late wife never let CP get in her way. She went to PSU and Temple to be a Vocational Rehab Social Worker. Thank you for sharing bc CP is just a name but you can overcome any obsticle.
I'm Glad You Started This Channel Or I Wouldn't Have Never Been Able To Tell You How Beautiful You Are !!
Wow you are so inspiring to many people ..keep the videos coming ..not only beautiful but smart as well ...God bless
Thank you so much for sharing and for your important work! It does not go unnoticed 🤩 I absolutely love your content!! 🫶
I am so excited to come across your channel. I’m 62 , living in louisville and have Cerebral Palsy which has physically affected my right side. I love the content I’ve seen so far and think you will absolutely be a wonderful educator and role model for women and us disabled . When I first saw you you short and realized you were in Tampa , I could only hope and pray that you were safe after hurricane Ian went through.nive seen content that was made afterwards and you seem fine. I think one video you eventually could try is your reflections on when the hurricane went through and also any info on how the state helped disabled persons recover afterwards. It’s sort of “meatier” content , but might be a good video. Looking forward to seeing more from you, sincerely Rick
i found you through glitters and lazer and im so glad i did.. you are so brave to put yourself out there because regardless of any disability people are cruel just to be cruel at times so i hope you never absorb or pay attention to that noise... what i see is a beautiful amazing young lady that can walk and also helps others with showing the content you do, that you can still travel and live life with a disability.. none of us know when we will need to know such information because we ALL can pass having challenges or disabilities at some point. keep being your beautiful self, im goint to watch all your videos and catch up. peace and love☮💖
Chelsea I saw a video of yours on UA-cam, and the volume wasn't up all I could see was a brilliant smile, you are a beautiful young lady and now I am here watching this video listening to you to find an addictively great personality I hope this all sounds right but please please don't be hard one yourself, you are you a wonderful unique person there are so many things that you choose not to use such as a walker or wheelchair.... you're a fighter you don't want to resort to these ideals, this may not make a difference with you but it did for me my father lost his right arm in a car wreck when he was 17 years old so he had a few years to reboot his life before I was born in 1953 all throughout my life growing up I never saw the things other people saw in his to them oddity with one arm he passed on his 90th birthday and it took a few years after that to figure out that I never ever though about the fact that he is and was his whole life handicapped which just blew me away because nothing stopped him he did everything from tying his shoes with one hand to yard work to electrical, woodworking and even rebuilding a car engine completely, he coached my little league baseball team and played catch with a glove while throwing barehanded, just believe in yourself and turn heads with your greatness, you are you and the world is going to love you for that, those who have the issues are the ones who are missing out, be special stay special because you are!
You are truly amazing! Keep smashing it everyday!!! Thanks for sharing your amazing story!
God bless you Chelsea
You are an inspiration to so many! Your fierce braveness is awe inspiring. You have proven anyone who wants to can overcome a disabilty if they make the choice and effort. May you find some relief some day if you are able. God Bless You.
Thank you your channel it’s a breath of fresh air. I smile from ear to ear when I look at your contact thank you you don’t know what this did to me very much. Appreciate you and I look forward to checking more out of you.
Thank you Chelsea. You are a beacon of hope & sunshine to people everyday. I love your enthusiasm.
Eloquent, inspirational, thoughtful and wonderful. Thank you for sharing.
Chelsea, I totally enjoyed listening to you. I know it was hard to do but worth it. Keep going because the world, like it or not, definitely needs you. You are doing everything right and going the right direction with it. Admirable, seriously. 🌹
Amazing video! Keep going, Girl!!! ❤
“Be the change you want to see in the world”.
Gandhi
And here you are doing exactly that.
This means a lot! Thank you so so much
💪 You're super dope Chelsea! To be transparent, I don't know anyone with a physical disability in real life. So, for me, it's a lack of knowledge about disabilities & not understanding the extent to which someone may be disabled off first glance. I promise I, & I hope I can speak for a good % of people, mean no harm by glancing, it's more just trying to comprehend what's happening in the moment. I'm really glad I came across your story so I can become more educated. Thank you for sharing & being so open minded & dope about it. Keep it up 🔥🔥🔥
Your awesome! Don't ever stop being this amazing, beautiful person you are! I want you to know that I think you are very beautiful and your disability would never stop me from trying win your hear if I ever had a chance! Your brave, you know what you want in life to be happy and I like that.. only the ones who have no brain will not understand why they would be blessed to have you in their life. You deserve the world. I know that if could give you the world then it would be yours already 😘☺️
You go girl. You are a bright shining star. And brave. I'm a combat veteran. I've been to war. You are braver than me. Your content isn't the type I usually watch but I just subscribed.
Thank you for sharing everything you do. Great. Keep it going. Can't wait to see what you post next.
Thank you for being your authentic self. It is refreshing to see you are not downing yourself to accomodate the shitheads of this world. I am sure you will not be single for very long. Your inner beauty matches your outer beauty. Much love!
More power to you its great to see a person like you making people like me understand more of people with disabilities can wait to see more 😊
Thank you Chelsea for another informative and educational video. I can't imagine the courage it took for you to put yourself out there for all the world to see. You have become the spokesperson, the face and the champion of CP so we can all know the challenges and obstacles that you continue to conquer in life and it inspires so many of us to be true to ourselves.
You have a certain inner grace which is so inspiring. Wishing you only continued success.
Interesting to hear about your story, great outlook you have!
Hey there - congrats on your COMM Degree - I have a different disability - Nystagmus (An eye nerve issue) So to see you pushing for success in spite of your body - I am so - so happy to see this. Just here showing you some support as you are taking the risks to share ****
hugs***
i dig your courageness. keep it rockin lady
New friends turned best friends! Love you so much and I’m so proud of you 🤍
love you so much!!!
Wanted you to thank you for giving me the courage to start my own channel despite my voice issues.
You are a awesome role model. Keep on keeping on.
I think you're absolutely beautiful. Yes you do walk funny. But I think everybody is damaged and broken in some shape or form. But living with it and enjoying life to the fullest. I've been able to laugh. And the satisfaction from helping others. It's what it's all about. Living a good life. Thank you so much for sharing with us. PS have you ever tried sailing . If you haven't please do. The wind is free!
God bless miss Chelsea