Hey! Welcome to my disability & art blog.
My name is Briana and I have cerebral palsy, epilepsy, ADHD, PMDD, endometriosis, POTS, and multiple other conditions that are difficult to deal with. I try to use my skills as an artist to convey the challenges of living with disabilities in a way that everyone can understand, regardless of their abilities. I attempt to transcend ability and demonstrate my personal experience in this art & disability blog. Check it out!
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All Articles | Art | ADHD | Anxiety | Brain Fog | Cerebral Palsy | Comedy | COVID-19 | Depression | Endometriosis | Epilepsy | Family & Partner Support | Medications & Treatments | Movies & TV Shows | PMDD | Podcasts | Politics | POTS | Raynaud’s | Reflection | Resources | Women’s Health
Disabilities in Star Wars: The Evolution of Representation and the Impact of KB in Skeleton Crew
In Skeleton Crew Episode 6, KB’s journey offers a groundbreaking portrayal of disability in the Star Wars universe. As someone with cerebral palsy and epilepsy, KB’s story resonated deeply with me, showcasing the importance of authentic and inclusive storytelling. This is the kind of representation the galaxy—and we—need.
I only understand it in theory.
Having cerebral palsy, I never learned how to ride a bike. I tried several times, but it always resulted in injuries. Learn more about how I deeply relate to Fraiser Crane when it comes to riding a bike.
Support Independent Disability Journalism
I’ve been running my Disability & Art Blog unpaid for the past year, sharing personal stories, research, and resources to help others feel seen, informed, and empowered. This post outlines my GoFundMe campaign to keep the blog going and expand it into audio and podcast formats to make it more accessible, engaging, and inclusive. If funded, I’ll be able to write investigative articles, interview experts, and launch my podcast, Thank You So Much for Asking. Every contribution helps me keep this work alive and accessible to all.
Read more about how your support can help the disability community.
Thank you to my supporters
Thank you to everyone who has donated to my GoFundMe campaign thus far! Your support truly means the world to me. I deeply appreciate that you see the value in this work and that you believe disabled voices, independent journalism, and accessible storytelling are worth funding.
Special thanks to: Mike & Julia Oriente, Dorothy Vaspasiano, Michael J. Harkey, James Miller, James McGee, Vicki Gelpke, Larry Goble, Wendy Naratil, Taylor Macioci, Judy Petrillo, Stacey DeMartino, Jordyn DeMartino, Maddy Ullman, Joy Panigada, Judith Wilcox, and Lauren Raucci for making this ongoing work possible!