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Deaf Quote by Lauren Ridloff

“I realized that I'm investing my time. I want to deliver. I want to act. I want to do my job, and by doing my job I have to have certain things to meet my needs, as a deaf person and a biracial person, and I have this hair.” quote by Lauren Ridloff
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“I realized that I'm investing my time. I want to deliver. I want to act. I want to do my job, and by doing my job I have to have certain things to meet my needs, as a deaf person and a biracial person, and I have this hair.”

Lauren Ridloff

About This Quote

Source Interview: Podcast with Lauren Ridloff, 2022

Describes personal drive to meet professional needs while navigating identity as deaf, biracial, and unique.

In simple terms: Act to meet needs and express identity.

Key Takeaway

Actively fulfill needs, honor identity.

Themes

identity disability intersectionality career self‑advocacy

Mood

determined reflective

Type

personal inspirational

When to use this quote

  • job seeking
  • advocacy work
  • public speaking
  • creative projects
  • community building

Key Concepts

social inclusion accessibility personal empowerment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you prioritize your needs?
  • What support systems help you thrive?
A Different Perspective

Balancing multiple identities can be exhausting.

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