Owning My Story
I studied history in college. As a budding historian, my professors always
challenged me to understand why facts and people mattered. I could use almost any piece of evidence to
prove a point as long as it was followed by: This is significant because…. This is to say that facts without reason don’t
craft a compelling story.
My family and
mentors have encouraged me to share my story as a book, blog, or even as an
inspirational speaker. I have
constantly struggled with where to begin my story. Then, I applied the basic principles of
writing history to writing my own story.
My story is significant because I am a young woman with cerebral palsy
who doesn’t give up. My purpose is to
give to others the hope that has been given to me.
The first step to
sharing a story is to recognize that it is significant!
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