Be Determined

Everyone experiences anger. 

It’s an important human emotion that can serve a purpose in our lives. But people with disabilities can experience anger in different ways than their able-bodied peers. We frequently encounter systemic challenges in our physical environments and in the ways people treat us, and it can easily lead to anger.

In today's episode, I’m talking about the anger I experience as a person with a disability.

Listen to the full episode to hear:
  • Some key sources of stress, frustration, and anger for people with disabilities 
  • Why we need to learn to recognize and acknowledge our anger in the moment
  • How a supportive person can help identify the root issue and what you can do about it
  • How I’m using my anger to try to positively create change in the lives of people with disabilities 

Learn more about Molly Kennedy

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."