Nigerian Man Speaks Out After Friends Began Avoiding Him Following Spinal Cord Injury
A Nigerian man living with a spinal cord injury has shared his pain after noticing that some friends began keeping their distance. He said the injury affected more than his physical abilities. The loneliness, silence and feeling of abandonment from people he once considered close have also been difficult to bear. He urged people not to pity persons living with disabilities, but to treat them with kindness, respect and dignity. According to him, a call, visit or encouraging message can make a meaningful difference to someone facing a difficult period. He also encouraged others living with disabilities not to let rejection make them feel worthless, adding that their dreams and lives still have value.
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