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Unacceptance

As a sickle cell warrior, Do you find yourself constantly battling other peoples perspective of you? Are the moments you feel unwanted and not understood?? Because I do. And it would be nice to know that I'm not alone😎

  1. and I’ve made it a habit to educate people constantly on sickle cell.. but it still doesn’t make sense to them.. so frustrating sometimes

    1. the worst is when you step back from constantly explaining yourself and people act like you no longer have a disease. Lol no, I just don’t have the energy to keep arguing with people.

    2. and when you withdraw and handle your own business with ought asking for help, you are seen as rude and proud..🤦🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️😎

  2. It's a constant struggle I think may never end😔

    1. I struggle with this too! It's honestly such a tough balance!

  3. You're definitely not alone. I find myself withdrawing from anything social because I don't want to be misunderstood.

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