DeafCaroline
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The debate about Deafhood on the other thread got me thinking alot.
For some, it means a way of life, for others a journey, yet others self-acceptance and at least one I'm aware of who feels no need to identify himself with Deafhood. We all filter the meaning of Deafhood through the lenses of our own personal life experiences.
For me, Deafhood is about pride.
Old me was apologetic for being deaf: "I'm sorry, can you say that again? I'm sorry, I didn't mean to ignore you, I'm sorry, I didn't hear you say that. I'm sorry for bothering you but I need your help with a phone call."
For me, Deafhood means never having to say you're sorry.
What does it mean to you?
For some, it means a way of life, for others a journey, yet others self-acceptance and at least one I'm aware of who feels no need to identify himself with Deafhood. We all filter the meaning of Deafhood through the lenses of our own personal life experiences.
For me, Deafhood is about pride.
Old me was apologetic for being deaf: "I'm sorry, can you say that again? I'm sorry, I didn't mean to ignore you, I'm sorry, I didn't hear you say that. I'm sorry for bothering you but I need your help with a phone call."
For me, Deafhood means never having to say you're sorry.
What does it mean to you?