We All Wear Masks
“When we hide, we may avoid being criticized, but we also cheat ourselves from exploring our gifts, and we cheat the world of benefiting...
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Mitch Blatt
Dec 30, 20203 min
Frozen II’s Enchanted Forest Transforms Mental & Emotional Health Stigmas
by Mitch Blatt Media can do a lot to shape how people think of a thing. Kids’ cartoons have relatively ham-fisted morals to try and teach...
The Understanding
Aug 4, 20201 min
Wheelchair Ramp Over International Waters
Do you like the idea of traveling abroad, but are worried about disability accommodations and accessibility?
The Understanding
Aug 4, 20201 min
Representation of Confidence: April Davenport
This adaptive apparel business aims to use fashion to help people with disabilities be more self-confident.
The Understanding
Aug 4, 20201 min
Does Climate Change Discriminate?
Some commenters on the Internet have said that global warming is sexist, racist, or both. BUT IS IT?
The Understanding
Aug 4, 20201 min
Past, Present, Future: Lifting Up the Disabled Community Over Time
One day, a man named Dr. Henry Viscardi, Jr. was giving a speech. Viscardi had prosthetic legs, and was the founder of the Viscardi Center.
The Understanding
Aug 4, 20201 min
PERSPECTIVE noun (1) | per·spec·tive
Hey there, readers! This is the Summer 2020 issue, and my friends and I are PUMPED UP for summer fun!
The Understanding
Aug 3, 20201 min
20/20 Ambition
When employers and HR departments want to make their cultures more inclusive, motivational speakers like EMILY PURRY are called upon to help
The Understanding
Aug 3, 20201 min
Fun & Easy Ways to Reduce Stigma
The word “stigma” comes from a brand, or mark of shame. The word “stigma” comes from a brand, or mark of shame.
The Understanding
Aug 3, 20201 min
Activate a Better Workplace
In today’s times, many employers are interested in being inclusive and hiring people from different walks of life.
The Understanding
May 1, 20202 min
Mental Health Awareness Month
I don’t know about you, but one of the first things I think of in association with “mental health” is “stigma”
The Understanding
Apr 30, 20204 min
Myths of Dissociative Identity Disorder
Myths and misconceptions can breed stigmas, prejudice and even discrimination.
The Understanding
Apr 30, 20202 min
Invisible Difference and You
Coronavirus symptoms can look like a common cold, and things like anxiety, depression, or chronic pain are easily hidden. These are examples
The Understanding
Apr 16, 20202 min
Five Ways to Stick with Your Goals
Some say that each day is a new start. A lot of the time, people set plans to achieve a goal they have, but forget to follow through.