I think depending on the situation, you need to do what is best for you.
I am obviously disabled using a cane and walking poorly, so everyone at work knows, and helps out whenever they can. They offer to get me food when there is catering brought in. It is sympathy, not pity.
I pick and choose who gets details. Some get "I'm doing ok") but others get details if they ask and are truely interested.
I skip family get togethers because I really don't want to play "50 questions" over and over with relatives I only see once a year.
I understand those who don't want people at work to know if they are not visably handicapped, since it can affect their work position. I am lucky that I don't deal with that.
I never bring up my problems unless I am asked, but I have no problem discussing it if I have to.
Do what works best for you.
I am obviously disabled using a cane and walking poorly, so everyone at work knows, and helps out whenever they can. They offer to get me food when there is catering brought in. It is sympathy, not pity.
I pick and choose who gets details. Some get "I'm doing ok") but others get details if they ask and are truely interested.
I skip family get togethers because I really don't want to play "50 questions" over and over with relatives I only see once a year.
I understand those who don't want people at work to know if they are not visably handicapped, since it can affect their work position. I am lucky that I don't deal with that.
I never bring up my problems unless I am asked, but I have no problem discussing it if I have to.
Do what works best for you.
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