Hello, Jhana’s supporters! It’s your disability advocate and writer, Jhana. Today, I am back with another blog and starting to get the hang of posting these blogs regularly. That said, I had to change my schedule again since finding time to write my blog is hard. I decided to write for “Jhana’s Writing Journey” on Fridays, finishing on Saturday morning. I also plan on writing articles for another writing platform called Unwritten on Saturday afternoons. It's been quite a challenge to juggle all these responsibilities, but your support keeps me going.
I have a new class every month, which makes planning quite challenging. This also means that different assignments have different due dates. The only constant in my schedule is Sunday.
Work weeks are different from weekends as well. I’m still trying to write blogs consistently while keeping up with my classes because I really want to graduate this year, even though it won’t be in April. I won’t announce my expected graduation date for now because I don’t want to jinx it. All I can tell you is that my expected graduation date is in May. That means I have to try harder to graduate. I never wanted anything so bad in my entire life, so I’m optimistic. Now, let's get into today's blog.
In today’s blog, I would like to discuss comparing yourself to disabled and non-disabled individuals.
Understanding the Nature of Comparison: A Psychological Perspective
Comparing yourself can be dangerous and negatively impact our self-esteem and happiness. Both disabled and non-disabled individuals find themselves measuring their worth against others, leading to feelings of inadequacy or superiority based on their circumstances.
Comparing yourself to others can lead to low self-esteem, negatively affecting your life. We all sometimes struggle to appreciate our unique qualities. Therefore, self-acceptance and happiness are crucial for a happy life.
The Role of Social Media in Shaping Self-Perception
In our society, we all measure ourselves and others against certain standards. In the disabled community, for instance, people think they are less worthy than those without a disability just because they have one. For example, they might feel powerless and less capable because they can’t do most things an individual without a disability can.
Fighting against thinking this way can be challenging for disabled individuals. They might feel like they’re not meeting the standards of non-disabled people. That’s also why social media users need to recognize that the portrayals they see online rarely reflect reality.
Empathy and Connection: Bridging the Gap Between Disabled and Non-disabled Lives
Empathy is not just a word, it’s a bridge connecting disabled and non-disabled individuals. It’s the key to reducing the stigma associated with disability and promoting inclusivity. By understanding and sharing the feelings of others, we can create a world where everyone feels valued and accepted.
Creating a positive environment and open communication can help us overcome stereotypes and teach others that every person is different in their own way. And that’s a good thing.
Cultivating Gratitude: How Shifting Focus Can Enhance Happiness
If you practice gratitude, you enhance happiness for both disabled and non-disabled people. Then, if you choose to focus on what others can do and the positivity they bring, they will have a more positive impact on you and the rest of society.
Strategies for Building an Inclusive Community and Reducing Negative Comparisons
Building a healthy community requires a lot of effort; you have to be open to developing strategies to reduce negative comparisons. A community with events, awareness campaigns, and educational programs can help create environments where everyone feels valued.
Support across different mediums can help people with disabilities feel like they belong. It also reduces the tendency to compare oneself with others. It is vital for the development of an inclusive society to promote a healthy relationship between someone with a disability and someone without one.
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