“Cast disabled actors…they exist and they’re out there”. So says Mike Lew in one of the opening pages of the script of Teenage Dick, and oh boy does this play stand as a testament to the fact that there’s absolutely no excuse to not hire amazing disabled talent. I was really grateful to receive press … Read more
After the wonderful response to my last post all about what I learned at a Pacing Masterclass with Occupational Therapist, Jo Southall, I’m delighted to be able to share more information that I hope will help other people who haven’t had access to appropriate care and support when it comes to learning to pace, rest, … Read more
One thing that I really wanted to start doing on my blog in 2020 is to feature organisations and brands that are doing awesome things across the disability community. There are so many different disabilities out there, and I tend to find it’s quite easy to stay in online spaces that are quite similar to … Read more
Pacing…oh where to start? Pacing is one of those phrases that’s impossible to ignore if you’re any way involved in the chronic illness sphere. Scratch that, if you’ve seen any kind of medical professional about a chronic illness full stop. It’s touted as one of the most important tools when it comes to helping us … Read more
Today’s interview is with the absolutely lovely Emma, who alongside her wife Leanne, runs the Scotland-based vintage-inspired (and sustainability focussed) fashion brand Rose’s Wardrobe. Think scarf-like headbands (I was lucky enough to receive one in PR and it was the most comfortable I’ve tried, by the way!), half circle skirts, shirt dresses, and blouses – handmade … Read more
In today’s post, I’m interviewing my lovely pal Jenny McGibbon of This Thing They Call Recovery about how she’s developing a career as a freelance graphic designer from home around her chronic illness. I’ve been a huge fan of Jenny’s work since I first stumbled across her Instagram: she has such a clear aesthetic and … Read more
One of the first sites I ever discovered when I was searching for good-looking disability products was designed2enable. I don’t remember quite how I came across it, but I remember being really excited when I clicked through and saw a curation of items that were actually…attractive. Something, if you’ve read my blog or followed me … Read more
