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.”
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.
Actively fulfill needs, honor identity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- job seeking
- advocacy work
- public speaking
- creative projects
- community building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you prioritize your needs?
- What support systems help you thrive?
Balancing multiple identities can be exhausting.