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Disassociation and dysmorphia usually make pictures hard to see. But I can connect to this picture. Today. Connection is a step to healing.

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Thanks to Affect the Verb for their awesome collection of BIPOC and Disabled stock image library

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Finally cut my hair short. This is a nonbinary moment of self-love and joy.

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For years, I played Linus in different productions involving Peanuts characters. Recently, the theater I work at did A Charlie Brown Christmas and I got to bring my wonderful dog who we named Linus to the set. A moment of unbridled joy.

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Here I am on the cliffs of Howth where I had just eaten a perfect lunch with my partner thousands of miles from home with no plans and a sunny day.

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I am a late diagnosed Neurodivergent. To be honest, in many ways my life didn't begin until 2020 when a then 35 year old me finally started to me sense of my existence.

Here I'm sitting in the backseat of a car and thoroughly enjoying my newly dyed blue/teal hair. I had fun with my makeup and overall really love how I look here.

But that has definitely not been the case for most of my life. I have struggled a lot with with self-image and self-compassion because I didn't understand why things were so hard or why I felt so alone a lot of the time.

Getting my diagnosis was a game changer for me. Finally it gave me a freedom and tbh a simultaneous existential crisis that allowed me to begin to embrace that creative weirdo I've always been and realize that I'm not alone. I've also chosen to pair all my new learning with advocacy, posting, creating, and sharing education and help for self advocacy so others in my community won't feel alone like I did for so long.

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Jackie Venson: Sharing my first TV debut with humanity

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Jackie Venson: Sharing my first TV debut with humanity

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This is a photo of me performing my original music on Austin City Limits TV, a music TV show that broadcasts on PBS. It features performances from local Texas artists, as well as international artists. This TV show also happens to be an extremely coveted opportunity in my little hometown of Austin, Texas.

When I got the news that I was chosen to be on the TV show, it was as if the excitement was a bubble in my stomach trying to float out of my body. My manager Louie, upon hearing the news, discussed with me his idea to do the entire performance in a very special outfit. Keep in mind, this opportunity found its way to me during the George Floyd police brutality protests of 2020 that were shutting down over 100 cities in the USA. That combined with the pandemic proved to be an extremely emotional year for me and many others. I felt almost a sense of mourning, that such a great thing was happening in my tiny little life while innocent people across the country, people just like me, were suffering greatly.

With much discussion, my sister and member of the team Christina designed a dress that would include the names of 73 victims of racial and police violence in the United States. ACL TV is a show that often re-runs, with my episode alone being re-run 4 times since its original broadcast. My biggest, and so far only national TV appearance to my name will carry a message with it for as long as my episode re-runs, and this was the point. To be a marker in time, to be a reminder that the fight for social justice is a marathon and not a sprint and to honor those lost to senseless hatred.

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I get to work for a small business that supports local artists. Drawing unicorns is part of my ding dang job! At night I get to do hate free comedy in accessible spaces. Also…how could I NOT be feeling myself in this killer pink jumpsuit!

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I get to work for a small business that supports local artists. Drawing unicorns is part of my ding dang job! At night I get to do hate free comedy in accessible spaces. Also…how could I NOT be feeling myself in this killer pink jumpsuit!

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Getting hyped before hitting those streets!

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Taken while I was singing “Our Love Is Here To Stay” for my sister and her husband at their reception. It was the first time we really celebrated anything after my mom died, and was the biggest family gathering we’d had in years.

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Taken during my first solo road trip. I struggle greatly in spending time with my thoughts and the idea of such a long stretch alone was terrifying. I stopped at this lake on a whim and skipped rocks like I used to as a little kid. It brought up a lot of grief about my childhood that evolved into a deep sense of care for myself then and who I’ve become as an adult. This was the first time I had ever held hands with my feelings and loved myself and I’m so grateful for that experience. 

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Taken during my first solo road trip. I struggle greatly in spending time with my thoughts and the idea of such a long stretch alone was terrifying. I stopped at this lake on a whim and skipped rocks like I used to as a little kid. It brought up a lot of grief about my childhood that evolved into a deep sense of care for myself then and who I’ve become as an adult. This was the first time I had ever held hands with my feelings and loved myself and I’m so grateful for that experience. 

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This photo was taken the last time I got to visit Iran before the protests of 2022. It brings me hope that I can go back one day and appreciate the beauty of the land and all it provides without the tyranny of the government that seeks to destroy all hope!

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First time attending San Diego Comic-Con

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It wasn't until I was well into my 30's that I realized what a huge science-fiction nerd I was--and I mean that in all the best ways! I started a Star Trek podcast with one of my best friends and the more we talked about the life lessons, morals, and positive characters in the show that help shape us as people, the more I realized that this wasn't the only influence. From X-Files teaching me to be brave, to Doctor Who teaching me to explore my world, all of these nerdy things where helping me navigate my life. There's something about the idea that we can create a world where everyone is loved, welcomed, and important is intoxicating. Even if that world currently lives in the land of make-believe, it's made more possible by the shows, movies, and books I'd been consuming secretly my whole life. Once I fully embraced and unleashed my inner geek I felt so FREE! I felt like myself and I felt like I belonged. This picture always reminds me of that feeling.

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WARMED UP 💪🏿 SO I'm ALL IN🎺🔊

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credit: Erica Jae, Jaeera Productions

Luticha having fun in her wheelchair Uhura

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Sharing Healthcare Knowledge with students of Cardiac Echocardiography Ultrasound Imaging. A continual growing career field with a great personal satisfaction of helping all patients.

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This is the first day I fully embraced my identity as a trans woman. Everyone within my community embraced me and made me feel loved. My pride and joy was captured in this photo that was taken at the end of the day. Happiness is an understatement. I felt incredible. This photo displays my freedom and liberation.

Have a lovely day

Best,

Minaya

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Hello! Here is my photo submission.

With love,

Minaya

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Be confident!

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Last Year was my first year out as Non-Binary! it was also the year i decided to get back into acting, i Was 26 and had already decided it was too late and there was no place for me.

I was wrong because for my first year back i killed it here's to a prosperous and successful 2024 free of fear. Why this image i look iconic that's why haha

Credit me as "Cassandra Haswell"

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Bree is goofing off having a blast in the ice sculpture exhibit

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Bree is goofing off having a blast in the ice sculpture exhibit

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I believe that loving yourself should come before all else. Loving yourself is the best thing you can do in this world. It creates a healthy and loving environment that everyone that cares for you and around you can benefits from.

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Be the best you

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At 27 years old, I am finally pursuing my acting and modeling dreams. This was my very first professional headshot.

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Credit: Shayna Ann Howlett

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first tried this in 2023, likely my last time as it's challenging with my disabilities. but glad i was able to try it!

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8.23, 1st trying rock wall climbing, Hfx

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Looking out at the city makes me proud of what I’ve accomplished!

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Spring is the art of nature's awakening, painting the world in hues of joy and sunshine

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100K Praises: Smiling in my favorite jeans

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100K Praises: Smiling in my favorite jeans

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Credit: Devante Cooks

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Getting ready for a holiday Christmas shoot with my best friend.

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Embrace who you truly are

-Joe Logan

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I feel the most alive when surrounded by nature

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Fresh air, vibrant colors, delicious food...

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Enjoy and appreciate life!!

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Continuing on the incredibly beautiful journey that life has become!

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"Aspire To Inspire Others Before You Expire!"

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"Aspire To Inspire Others Before You Expire!"

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When I was a kid, I wanted to be an actor/model when I had turned 15, I auditioned for lead role in high school play but the teacher was harsh saying, that I'd never amount to anything & should focus on being cabinet maker in my dad's business.

I cried & cried behind the hall, cut my classes & then walked home, told my parents they'd punished me with words, sent me to my room, so killed that dream & went on living my life.

After my 50th birthday 1 day I hit rock bottom & felt like 🤬, then decided to follow a long lost dream of being an actor & model no matter what it takes.

Since 4th August 2022 I have successfully completed OVER 48 professional gigs (acting & modelling) within industry and complimented and praised by many directors, producers or photographers who hired me.

My advice to anyone is if you wholeheartedly want follow a dream or passion in life, don't care what others think or say about you or it including own family members or friends all because they won't pay your bills or living expenses, when you look back you will be so proud of yourself that you did what you wanted even if you had failed many times to get where I am or you are now!!!

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Just feeling good about me that day.  :-)

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Photo by Richard Hart

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Growing up in a conservative family was never easy.... constantly being criticized and compared to my peers made me lose myself as I grew up. Other people's negative perception of me became my entire identity. I was miserable and hated myself. I became withdrawn and was no longer passionate about anything. However, when I finally became pregnant with my first daughter in 2020, I knew I had to change the relationship I had with myself- to set a positive example for her. I went through months of therapy and put in a lot of hard work. My life is far from perfect but I no longer let other people's narrative control who I am and what I want to be. The freedom that comes with being my authentic self was what I was missing all those years and truly, nothing is sweeter than finally being able to love myself unconditionally, despite what others may think.

Credit: Phoebe Jade

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The second love of my life (Manchester City FC). Photo taken by the first love of my like, my wife Masako. I think liking yourself is enough. For me, loving yourself is a little self-indulgent. So my take on it is ‘like yourself, love others’.

Credit: Andy Hoodith

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This is me living my life!

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Charlie -(they/them) Abolition4life gets hyped up by supportive photographer at their first photo shoot highlighting local activists in Ohio.

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a lake nearby and surrounded by friends, all dressed up :)

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Selfie of a Black nonbinary person in a 3m aura and black hoodie holding up the peace sign with red rocks and a partly cloudy baby blue sky in the background. 

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Masked up

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Lindsey enjoying her very own all terrain chair! 

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Lindsey enjoying her very own all terrain chair! 

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I can get out and access the mail, gardens, and my chickens. We live on 5 acres in a rural area… this device has changed my world.

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Lindsey enjoying her first ride in an all terrain track chair!

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Taking a stand for what is right for the disabled community is and will always be my passion.. disabled people deserve equal rights and opportunity

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Kay Jay (Disability Advocates, wheelchair model & influencer)

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Kay Jay (Disability Advocates, wheelchair model & influencer)

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Im a wheelchair users that advocate for the disabled community and also a wheelchair model and an influencer. Advocating for my community has always been my passion and will always be..

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Credit: Claudia Alick

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Credit: Claudia Alick at TCG

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Credit: Claudia Alick

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Credit: Ry Holiday

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Ry Holiday

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Jesenia modeling a dress she made 20 yrs ago! Still holds up!

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Jesenia modeling a dress she made 20 yrs ago! Still holds up!

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Credit: Maiamama

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play and learn about the videogame 100K Praises, reflect on yourself, affirm, and praise your personality and how you do things

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100K Praises by Maiamama and Claudia Alick is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

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100K Praises by Maiamama and Claudia Alick is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

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