The feelings and sense of reward for something we done or accomplished are deep and proud. Satisfaction justifies all the hard work and sacrifices we went through to reach our goals. We may have little experience with satisfaction. We have been told we can’t do this or that because it is too risky. We have to play it safe. Barriers get in our way when we try to do things. No one believes we can do anything. All this negativity is depressing, but as self-advocates we don’t have to sit there and take it. We can stand up for ourselves and voice our wants, needs, and hopes. We can take control of our life and enjoy the satisfactions that life has to offer.