People with disabilities often live in a world that isn’t built for us. But we are still determined to find ways to thrive.
I’m Molly Kennedy, your host on Be Determined, and I’m excited to share how I live a self-determined life with cerebral palsy. Despite barriers and challenges, I’ve led a full and impactful life where my disability is a part of me and how I experience the world, but it does not define me. I am defined by the kind of person I am, what I’ve achieved, and the impact I’ve had on my community.
On Be Determined, I’ll share stories from my own life and experiences, thoughts on the meaning of self-determination, and conversations with other people with disabilities, offering their perspectives on how they live and thrive because everyone’s experience of disability is unique.
Be Determined is a podcast for everyone. Whether you have a disability, you support someone with disabilities, you want to know more about what life is like living with a disability, or you’re interested in what it means to live a determined life, you’re welcome here.
Share the show with a friend or colleague who sees differences and determination from a different lens, and let's grow our community together.
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What is Be Determined?
Be Determined is an intimate look at building a self-determined, multi-faceted life with cerebral palsy. Each episode explores themes of identity, resilience, diversity, advocacy, relationships, and community and challenges conventional narratives about disability. Host Molly Kennedy shares her experiences and invites others to share their stories—stories of navigating a world not designed with them in mind and the wisdom they've gained along the way. While cerebral palsy shapes how Molly experiences the world, it does not define her. In her words, "What defines me is my determination, my achievements, and the lasting impact I strive to make on my community."