Writing Through Uncertain Times
Hello Writers!,
I've been thinking a lot lately about all the anxiety swirling around as we approach the start of a new presidential term. Like many of you, especially in the disability community, I find myself lying awake some nights wondering what changes might be coming our way. Will our healthcare access change? What about disability benefits? The uncertainty can feel pretty overwhelming.
But here's the thing – Throughout history, times of social uncertainty have often sparked incredible creative movements. And right now, we’ve got something powerful at our fingertips. We have our words.
You know what’s funny? Dystopian fiction is booming right now, and I actually find that kind of encouraging. Stories like “The Handmaid's Tale” or “Parable of the Sower” don't just show us worst-case scenarios, they show us characters finding their strength, building communities, and fighting for better futures. These stories remind us that even in the darkest times, there’s always hope and resistance.
Writing can be such an amazing outlet when everything feels uncertain. Whether you're journaling about your fears, crafting poetry about resilience, or working on the next great American novel, putting words on paper helps us process these complicated emotions. Plus, when we share our stories, we remind others in our community that they’re not alone.
For my fellow disabled writers out there – our voices matter now more than ever. We've got unique perspectives on resilience, adaptation, and community support that the world needs to hear. Maybe this is the perfect time to start that blog you've been thinking about, or to finally write that memoir about navigating life with a disability.
Instead of letting anxiety about the future paralyze us, let's channel it into creating something meaningful. Write about the world you want to see. Share your hopes, your dreams, your vision for a more inclusive America. Even if you're writing dystopian fiction, weave in threads of hope and resistance.
Remember, we’re a community that knows how to adapt and overcome. We’ve faced challenges before, and we’ve got each other's backs. So, grab your laptop, pick up your pen, or open that voice recognition software – whatever works for you – and let’s tell our stories.
Who knows? The words you write today might be exactly what someone else needs to read tomorrow.
Keep writing, keep hoping, and keep supporting each other. We’ve got this.
QOD – What are you planning to write about?
Thanks for reading!
-Amos