People of Determination – January 2026

The words ‘people of determination’ hand-lettered using an ipad with Apple Pen. Under the words is a simplified drawing of a wheelchair symbolising physical disabilities, with a sunflower symbolising hidden disabilities incorporated within the chair. The sunflower is spiralling at the centre and has Fibonacci florets. The image (including the words) is in the colours of the disability pride flag.

A friend recently told me that in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) they use the term ‘people of determination’ to refer to individuals with disability, to emphasize their capabilities, achievements and spirit rather than focus on their limitations. I love this! Focusing on what I *can* do is essential to my wellbeing, and getting recognition for the effort involved is always encouraging.

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