I think you can do anything in this life whether you're in a wheelchair or not. I go to festivals, nightclubs, I travel the world, I'm loving my work on Triple J.
Dylan AlcottRead
We all need to say 'disabled' - because guess what? There's absolutely nothing wrong with having a disability. It makes you different. And there's nothing wrong with being different.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Embracing disability can empower individuals and promote acceptance of differences.
Dylan Alcott's quote emphasizes the importance of recognizing and accepting disabilities as a natural part of human diversity. Rather than viewing disability as a negative, it encourages individuals to celebrate their differences, promoting a culture of acceptance and understanding.
Themes
DisabilityDifferenceAcceptanceCourageEmpowerment
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech addressing inclusivity in schools, you might quote this to highlight the importance of recognizing all abilities.
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Dylan AlcottRead
When I turned on the TV or the radio, and flicked to the newspaper, I never saw anyone like me. That's what I struggled with the most. I loved Pat Rafter. I couldn't be Pat Rafter. I watched Rove McManus and I couldn't be Rove either.
Dylan AlcottRead
I questioned whether anyone would love me because I'm in a wheelchair.
Dylan AlcottRead
My purpose is changing perceptions so people with disability, people like me can get out there and live the lives that they deserve to live.
Dylan AlcottRead
People used to stare at me when I was growing up because I was in a wheelchair, and I hated it. Now they're staring at me because they know me. How amazing is that? It's 'Oh, that's Dylan!' Not, 'Oh, there's a guy in a wheelchair.'
Dylan AlcottRead
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