When you encounter another person and you sense a difference, how do you respond? I hope the following poem gives you a moment of pause. (I hope it helps me to be more sensitive to others, also.)
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Rose Wolfe (Living Free with disAbilities)
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Even though I am experiencing the flip side of the neuro-typical coin, this poem is still a timely reminder of the importance of accepting people for who they are. Without thinking I find myself defaulting to the neuro-typical bias. Thanks for sharing.
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Thank you. It’s hard to remember to give everyone grace.
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We are all different, all having something to give. 🙂 xo
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Yes. And, as you do so well, we need to accept those differences.
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