Muscular Dystrophy, Creative Writing, & Overcoming Adversity | FEAT. G. Holiday

Earl Nightingale once said, "When you judge others, you do not define them, you define yourself." Just because someone sees, experiences, or feels the world differently, doesn't mean that that perception is inherently wrong - it just means that it's different. Unfortunately, we're currently in a time when engaging in false virtue and narcissistic behavior is widespread, especially in relation to marginalized groups. Individuals with difficult life experiences are either "propped up" as signifiers or "tokens" to others of a group's inherent "correctness" and need for support, which equates to money, support, and power for the group - not the individual. Similarly, social media has allowed individuals to express themselves, opening up a door that was once closed to them: being genuinely understood, accepted, and supported. In some cases, it works. In an infinite amount of other cases, it doesn't; often marginalizing someone further by solidifying the box they may feel that they exist within - creating a caricature of who they are as a person.

If you're a fan of the Wolf and Bull podcast, you're likely aware of our heart for those around us who think, act, or experience the world differently than we do. The world is full of individuals who have extremely unique experiences, that are valuable, worth listening to, and worthy of the highest levels of friendship and support - unfortunately, they get lost in the noise from pop-culture arguments of who's "right" or "wrong".

In episode 89, we have an incredibly special guest joining us; Gabriel, a.k.a. G. Holiday to discuss his experience(s) when it comes to overcoming adversity, the creative writing that allowed for his publications, and the difficulties that life throws at you when you live with muscular dystrophy. G. Holiday is an incredibly intelligent, talented, and engaging individual, and we truly enjoyed the conversation that we had. We think you'll enjoy it as well!

If you'd like to support G. Holiday, you can find his latest poetry novel, "Morning Glories & an Oceanview" on Amazon here. It's a wonderful book, a great read, and we highly recommend it.

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