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When Disagreement Turns Into Dehumanization
As someone in the disability community, I have always recognized that so many people are struggling with symptoms and realities that can completely alter the course of a life. For those who do not know me, I live with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a fatal and incurable disease that progressively strips away physical ability. Living beyond one’s 30s is still rare, and the disease ends with little to no physical independence. I currently live with a ventilator and tracheostomy,
Tye Martin
May 233 min read
Priorities and Reciprocities
I have been thinking quite frequently about two areas that continue to shape my actions: priorities and reciprocities. Priorities are constantly shifting, often to the point that I evaluate them subconsciously. At their core, they are a personal ranking of what matters most. They can include responsibilities to family, friends, career, hobbies, and more. Sometimes they feel like obligations. Other times they feel like purpose and passion. And sometimes they are driven purely
Tye Martin
May 52 min read
