An Introduction to the ‘Compassion Corner’ on Disabled Champs

Iman Khair
Disabled Champs
Published in
3 min readDec 13, 2023

Welcome to the heart of Disabled Champs, the ‘Compassion Corner’.

‘Compassion Corner’ written in the middle of a heart shape in muted red; with a yellow flower on upper left, a yellow sticky note on upper left, on a brown paperback background with cursive writings, paper cutouts of flowers, butterflies, an open envelope, autumn leaves, pink doughnut, mirror, teacup with tea, a doodle of a face of a woman at upper left in the background with a butterfly on her nose.
Disabled Champs’ Compassion Corner section logo; made in Canva.

This space is dedicated to exploring moments when you extended compassion to yourself or when someone else graced you with their kindness. Dive into the depth of these experiences and illuminate how they guide your commitment to compassion towards disabled individuals.

In this contemplative space, learning and improving sensitivity towards disabled individuals become integral aspects of our journey. We extend a special invitation to disabled individuals to envision and articulate how compassion should manifest in diverse settings — from the envisioned professional realm of compassionate corporate environments to the potential for dynamic support within family structures, the nurturing environment that schools could embody, and any other context you aspire to bring to the conversation.

Whether you’re already an esteemed Publication Writer or contemplating joining our community, your narratives carry the essence of empathy. In this reflective space, let’s not only revisit compassionate moments of the past but also foster a vision for a future where kindness permeates every environment — from professional realms to family bonds and educational landscapes. Your voice, whether shared or waiting to be heard, adds a unique hue to our collective journey towards a more compassionate world.

If you’re interested to join as a Publication Writer for the Compassion Corner, we’d love to hear from you! Follow these easy steps for a seamless process:

Joining as a Publication Writer:

  1. Reach out via email at disabledchamps@gmail.com.
    Express your interest and motivation to become a Publication Writer for the Compassion Corner.
  2. Let us know the theme your story would explore from one of these suggested themes:
  • Reflect on occasions when you’ve shown compassion to yourself.
    Uncover how these personal moments of self-compassion play a crucial role in shaping your commitment to fostering compassion towards disabled individuals.
  • Open up about instances when others, or another person, have shown compassion toward you. Illustrate how these heartfelt moments deepen your dedication to extending compassion towards disabled individuals.
  • If you’re a disabled champ yourself, let us know your vision of how compassion and sensitivity should manifest in a corporate environment, at home, in school, or any other context you aspire to write about.

Additionally, please feel comfortable sharing your stories confidentially if that is your preference. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can also let us know, and we would be honoured to write on your behalf, ensuring your voice is heard with the utmost care and respect.

Thank you for considering sharing your narratives with Disabled Champs’ Compassion Corner.

Together, let’s create a space where compassion resonates, stories inspire, and voices, whether spoken or silent, contribute to a more compassionate and empathetic world.

If you have a condition or symptoms that require a professional intervention, please contact your local provider. This page can be used as an outlet and external support, but not a replacement for professional help catered to your individual needs.

Regards,
Iman Khair
Owner & Editor at Disabled Champs & Disabled Champs Malaysia

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Iman Khair
Disabled Champs

I write about my personal journey through life with grief. I also write at my disability advocacy publication 'Disabled Champs'.