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There is a diversity of minds reading. Leadership is an important part of self-advocacy and advocacy in general. There are good advocates and bad advocates in my opinion. Those that lead to create adversity should be judged without fear. Self-advocates using abortion politics are one kind of social injustice. They will back you in into a corner to get their way and further other causes and expecting you to fear them and be pressured. There is no super man and there is no wonder women. Leaderships can aspire very easily however but a greater community awareness is needed where you live. For inclusion in adulthood and for the spirit of bond with our neighbors we must begin. Not to divide, not to accept adversity in premise of platform and ever so tolerant and understanding in intent as we would naturally expect of others.
We have come to a time in history where I believe the interconnectedness of us all is the greatest of our potentials. Where would it not be, when will it be fully realized and sure it should be that community inclusion frameworks for adult transitions is part of our innate cultural. We are not as rigid as in past times and we are not often displeased by diversity. If you fail to believe, if you do not think about it and if you still find adversity within yourself to these ideals then the disease of injustice is your own. Others can complain of burden and others may describe through pity but it will never be these things that are finding the truth.
Now if you are a person with autism or another kind of developmental disability and you know people around you that might be inspired show them this letter. It is through the power of your intentions that local communities will be more inclusive. This time its your turn to be a leader in any small or big way and you do not need a special degree, permission or endorsement to believe in your intentions. Should you decide to create this change and help in this cultural shift in small ways you just need to begin.
To the self-advocates don't let anyone else try and tell you people hate you, dislike you or don't want you to exist. These are adversities that create hatred, despondency and emotional hardship. We are part of this world and we shouldn't be discouraged to think we can be more included.
Nathan Young
Autism Self-Advocate & Media Consultant
1-888-241-6856
16 Dec 2010, 2:46 am
