Because no degree teaches what life has already shown you. When people ask me about my background, I could list my awards, my businesses, or my years of professional experience, but the truth is, none of those things define who I am or what I bring to the stage. What truly qualifies me to speak about resilience, leadership, and hope is my lived experience . It’s the battles I’ve fought, the losses I’ve survived, and the lessons I’ve learned when life brought me to my knees. N

Because not every disability can be seen, but every person deserves to be understood. This week marks Invisible Disabilities Week (19–25 October) , a time to raise awareness for the millions of people living with disabilities that can’t be seen. Around 80–85% of people with a disability have one that isn’t visible, conditions like neurological, cognitive, sensory, mental health, and chronic illnesses that don’t show on the outside, but deeply affect life every single day. As

Because real connection begins when we let our guard down. For years, I thought strength meant hiding my struggles. I believed resilience...

Because your voice deserves to be heard, even when others overlook it. Living with hidden disabilities and chronic illness has taught me one thing above all: the world doesn’t always make space for you. Sometimes, you have to claim that space yourself . Advocacy isn’t about being loud or confrontational, it’s about speaking up for your needs, your worth, and your rights in a way that honours who you are. Here’s what I’ve learned about advocating for yourself in a world that d