self-advocacy

I like to think that I am pretty knowledgeable about self-determination. I have been involved with it for over 20 years. I have discovered there is a big difference between […]

What do I want? That is a straightforward question, simple and direct. Why then do I have such difficulty answering it? Perhaps, it is because it is so broad and

Self-advocacy doesn’t just happen because it takes work. It’s too easy just to remain silent and not stick your neck out. There are too many excuses to shutting up and

Sure there are things I want and wish I had, but there is so much I have that I am grateful for. I have my family and friends, my apartment,

When we are young, time seems like an eternity. We can do whatever we want when ever we want to We have our youth, health, and friends. Our future and

Most of my life, all I knew was failure. In part it was a result of poor decision making and an overwhelming sense of powerlessness. How about you? Fortunately I

I don’t know if it is just me or may be you too have the desire to take things one step further. I especially do this when i work on

Have you ever wanted something that is all that you could think about? A child at Christmas time is like that. I confess I have been there and usually made

I have dreams for myself–good health, happy relationships, career success, and financial security. But I have a bigger dream, advancing the cause of self-advocacy. I have a vision of people

Self-advocacy is all about empowerment and taking action. It is speaking up and sharing your thoughts, concerns, wants, and needs. It is more than just talk though. It is doing