Limb Different is Beautiful

A few years ago I came across the term “limb different” and I feel like that has changed my entire life.

Before, I called my hand “deformed” because I just didn’t have another term for it. It was always so cringy to say or write the word “deformed.” It felt very negative and I felt so much shame around saying or writing it. It just didn’t feel right at all.

Ever since I discovered the term “limb different” it’s felt so right and empowering to say or write it. I love the sound of it so much better. It doesn’t have a negative connotation to it. My limb *isn’t* “deformed,” it’s just different. And that’s ok. More than ok. It’s beautiful and unique and amazing. I love it.