You know what I love about a table?
There’s always room to pull up another chair.
Disability Pride Month isn’t about standing back and clapping while disabled people tell stories of survival.
Either way, I’m glad you’re here.
It’s about pulling up a chair. Sitting down beside us. Listening—really listening—to what life looks like when the world wasn’t built for your body, your brain, or your way of moving through the day.
Here’s the thing about disability:
- It’s not rare.
- It’s not tragic.
- And it’s definitely not a flaw to fix.
It’s part of what makes our world richer, more creative, and more human.
But too often, disabled people are forced to fight for a seat at the table—or build our own table when the door gets slammed shut.
This month? I’m inviting you to do something different.
If you’re able-bodied, don’t just stand on the sidelines.
Pull up a chair.
This post is public—so share it, shout it from the rooftops, or text it to your mom. (She’ll love it. Probably.)
Not to lead the conversation.
Not to fix anything.
But to show up with curiosity, humility, and a willingness to see the world through someone else’s lens.
And when you’re sitting there?
Ask yourself:
➡ Who’s missing from this table?
➡ What barriers are still holding people back?
➡ Where can I make space, not take space?
Because here’s the truth: disability pride isn’t a one-month campaign. It’s a daily practice of challenging what society told us was broken—and claiming the power that’s been here all along.
I don’t want you to watch us rise.
I want you to rise with us.
So pull up a chair.
There’s plenty of room.
And trust me—when disabled voices lead, the whole table gets stronger.
Ready to listen, learn, and lead differently?
▶️ Start here: Share this message. Spark a conversation.
🤝 Looking for a speaker or workshop for your team? Let’s build a braver, bolder table together. Email me at patti@fearlesswithms.com.
Because Pride Month is just the start.
The real work happens when we pull up a chair—every day.
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