Why I Started Posting About My Disability 

As a person with the same disability. I spend a lot of time being down on myself. I'm really glad you share your story. Your positive attitude is inspiring, and amazing.

I'm an older gentleman (61) and don't do much utube social media type things. I did come across your videos and have just fell in love with them. I think you do a great job educating people on cp and disabilities in general. Keep up the great work as I know you impact many!!!!

Hi Chelsea. I’m a male with cerebral palsy as well. The way you walk is very similar to the way I used to before I had surgery because my foot was turning increasingly inward. The surgery straightened out the foot and I don’t walk quite that way anymore. My gait is still different though, even after the surgery. It’s nice to see you’re sharing your experiences of life with your unique brand of CP. Keep up the good work :)!

My little sister has CP and she’s my biggest inspiration, I watched her have over 30 corrective surgeries and do things doctors said she’d never do like driving a car with no modifications, having a child, riding a bicycle, and finishing school… people like y’all inspire me daily thanks for bringing your story to life it should be done more often in life!

Your helping others to realize you can do what you set your mind to. Your amazing!❤

I’m glad you’re educating everybody about the disability. I didn’t know what different kinds of disability are out there. Please continue posting your videos to encourage others. I am myself is disabled due to a stroke.

“I didn’t feel like I walk the way I walk”: I think that’s the thing that able bodied people don’t tend to understand. In my mind, I feel like I walk perfectly straight and upright, it’s not until I catch my reflection that I notice. I used to hate it, but years of experience and a boost of self confidence made me not care anymore. I’m proud of my body and all it does for me 😊 if people are going to stare, might as well give them something to stare at!

Chelsea you're doing a great job, and you're an inspiration to people.

My wife and I are the parents of an incredible 3 year old girl who happens to have Rett Syndrome. She's non-ambulatory and non-verbal among other things and we often struggle with the best approach to day to day challenges. I call her my little stephen hawking because locked away by this horrible disease is an incredibly smart and sassy little girl. Your videos give us as parents many insights and help many others with their day to day struggles. Thank you. Keep doing what you are doing, and know you are making a difference!

I am the father of a special needs child, he was born with his disability and I can tell you , he has never been a burden he is a gift...you are beautiful and your story is inspiring....being a single father of disabled child is not easy by any means but the reward is worth every minute....the reason I am single is because we lost his mother to cancer about 5 years ago....well I want to wish you happiness and blessings on you and yours ..thank you for sharing your story it means so much that people understand others with disabilities and give them the respect that they have earned..........be well James

I'm here to support this part of your journey to raise awareness. You are amazing, love from 🇬🇧❤️

Chelsea your a beautiful woman. Never slow down and never give up.

It's great to see this Chelsea. My 9 year old son has epilepsy, developmental delay low muscle tone to name but a few difficulties and I can now perhaps understand be a little of what battles you have and are going through. I'm sure you have inspired many already so thank you for sharing your experiences 🙏

I was born with hydrocephalus and have CP too! I'm 42 now so finding this in my fyp was glorious! You're outlook is very similar to mine in how you keep the sunny attitude! I'm proud of you and thank you for sharing your story. I'd love to talk to you!

I have CP too and I have found that the most difficult part relating to my disability is explaining to famly and friends how things started to get harder to do as I get older. People notice I trip or fall more, but thats ok. Just keep telling everyone about your disability. Kids are the most accepting to talk to me about it as they don't fear to offend and if you talk to them in terms they understand. Keep posting!

Being a person with CP I truly appreciate your candor we need more content exist on social media.

Thanks for having a positive attitude, you're an inspiration to many people.

Your clearly beyond amazing in both your attitude and outlook. And your ridiculously cute. You miss are killing it!

Your very fortunate to be able to walk. My bother in law has CP and has always been wheelchair bound. I remember one time complaining (I was around 10 at the time) my feet were sore from walking all day. My mom (God rest her soul, miss her everyday) told me my brother in law would live to say that. It really put alot of things in perspective for me. I thank the good Lord every night and I appreciate my life and the abilities to do what I do. BTW I don't think I've ever seen any woman as beautiful as you! Never settle in life, you deserve the best it has to offer. ❤

Much respect ✊

I think it is important to have people, like you, willing to show how they walk and not be afraid of it. Even though I can be self conscious when I see myself walk too. I know many people with CP that could walk but gave up because they thought they looked better sitting in a w/c. It's important for for people to know not to give up and they are normal. Thanks for showing that.

I work for a large health care organization. The first thing that caught my eye was your beautiful smile. Respect and love…

There is so much about you that draws me in. I feel lucky to have found your short videos and look forward to more of these longer ones. Also I had never heard the microwave popcorn song... I love it. 😂

My disability is a TBI so it's extremely hidden, and that tied with my personality has given me huge roadblocks. I need to try and be happy.

I want to thank you for posting. I am an older woman, but also have spastic diplegia cerebral palsy. Since August, I have undergone two different procedures to try to improve incontinence that occurs as a result of my CP. I even tried one of the procedures a second time. Neither procedure has helped. My frustration has led me to seek further information on cerebral palsy in adulthood. I've found few resources, and am beginning to hear the same refrain again and again, "There's just not a lot out there...." Tonight, I discovered your channel. It lifted my spirit to find someone whose story I could relate to. You've made a difference in my life already, and I thought you should know. Keep posting!

You little lady are my Hero so brave

Thanks for sharing your story. You're a inspiration to so many people. Take care and have a blessed day and I'll see you on your next video or on Tictok

You have such a beautiful smile Chelsea! your soul shines bright and you are an inspiration, keep doing what you're doing!

I admire courage.....you definitely have it.

Life can be so cruel and hard, i know. You traverse it with grace and beauty. What a beautiful person you are. ❤️

The huge smile,sparkling personality, the sheer determination ,you are such a inspiration to me.Hold your head high and be proud!

I can imagine when you walk into a room, people can't help but stare as you light the room up! You're a beautiful young lady who just happens to have a disability. That's the way I see it!

You are an amazing young lady and are helping others with the same disability and those that do not have one learn. Your smile is intoxicating and I can tell you are full of hope and Pride in the way you are out in the world telling others about you and your life. Keep putting the videos out and we will keep watching. 😇

You are beautiful inside and out, with a great personality & spirit! God Bless you!

I am amazed by people who can speak at length with no hiccups, so educational,awesome speaker,so interesting , Love your transparency.

I figured that ignoring and not dealing with how I walk would fix itself. Well at being 50 yrs old I still can't face and deal with seeing myself walk. Thank you for allowing me to see how you walk and helping me deal with walking myself.

I don't walk like you but when I walk In a room everyone stares at me too so I know how you feel 😭

Beautiful lady with a beautiful soul, you have smile that could light up room ☺️ I have no doubt your videos will help many people and shine a light on that life is for living. Go's bless 🙏

I just happened across one of the "shorts" that you posted. As you said, the way you walk caught my eye. I was curious as to what it was about, so I watched it. Then another, then another. I don't have a disability per se, but I think that most people are dealing with personal issues, physical or mental, that make them feel self-conscious. I've dealt with an issue for most of my life and have for the most part overcome my own negative feelings about myself. Accepting yourself is an important first step, and I was interested in seeing how you handled your issues. We can all learn from one another, and I feel that just the few clips I've watched have given me a deeper understanding of what many of us deal with. Watching your confidence on video, your openness in speaking, and your comfort level with yourself has helped and inspired me more than you will ever know. You have shown me that we all have the power to control our lives and how others see us. I've come to believe the world sees us as a reflection of how we see ourselves. You've reinforced that opinion and have given me confidence in myself and the part I play in my own destiny. I'm anxiously looking forward to your upcoming videos. Thank you so much for sharing!

I’m a 35 year old guy and I watch motocross and nitro circus to all major team sports and ufc. That being said. I came across one simple reel of yours and my heart just smiles Listening to you. I don’t even know you but I feeel like I could listen to you all day. Please don’t be shy with content!

Your positive attitude is a great asset. Disabled travel is a topic I talk about often. I am a double amputee (legs) and when I travel I ask for things like a ADA room in a hotel. Problem is even today some places think a ADA room means no steps at entry and nothing else. Bravo for going public and sharing your story.

Just found your channel. I am a 40 year old man with cerebral palsy and I completely understand your struggle. Keep posting. God bless you 🙏

I'm really enjoying your content. I was a caregiver for my mom who had lost her ability to walk after a stroke in 2012. We went to a gym one day and the staff was more concerned about my moms wheelchair messing up the floor than anything else. We never went back

You're so amazing and so proud of you

I had started sharing in 2021 when I was going through a secondary condition CP is my primary. So i was watching chronic illness youtubers and started commenting sharing how i relate to them. As I am learning about my different comorbidities in cp and small fiber neuropathy its nice to share with people who understand. Like you I didnt share how cp affects me with my family or friends. My mom wouldnt really listen so why would anyone else. But i find it easier to open up to other people.

As someone with CP who doesn't really have anyone to talk about some of these specific issues about, your content really has helped me to organize some of my own thoughts and feelings better and to provide some motivation that I'm sometimes missing.

It's wonderful to read the comments, just reading how happy she's made people of all backgrounds; some with disabilities who are pulled out of mild depression by her positivity, some generally inspired; to others just awed by her smile...

I know the feeling very well, I have also have CP and I freak out when I see myself in photos and walking in videos and to fit in world is not easy, it doesn't stop me for living a good life.

Hi! I just found your channel, and I am so happy. I also have CP and I like doing vlogs as well, so RU-vid recommended your channel. Looking forward to watching more, and have a great day!

Chelsea, you're a beautiful girl who deserves the very best. Thanks you for sharing.

👏🏻 Your doing an amazing job

Chelsea, I found your channel by accident recently and subscribed pretty much right away after watching a lot of your shorts and finally seeing some longer video episodes. You are an inspiration and I keep you in my prayers. You deserve the world and you have a sweet heart. May I throw in the fact you are also absolutely beautiful 😉👍🙏

Thank you so much for sharing and for your important work! It does not go unnoticed 🤩 I absolutely love your content!! 🫶

Pet peeves: People parking in Handicap spaces and/or using the electric carts in store when its clear that they don't have the need..Buying clothes that I don't want. Hi Chelsea. I watch your videos because you are vibrant and full of life! I was fortunate enough to live most of my life in good health until I fell and broke my neck. On my own front porch! I just hate that I am so limited now. I can still drive a car! (getting in and out is a challenge) I'm afraid I can't embrace my life/style though which is why I am glad to see you push yours to the MAX!!!

You are truly amazing! Keep smashing it everyday!!! Thanks for sharing your amazing story!

Oh my gosh!!! When I watched this vlog… and you talked about how it felt to see yourself walk… all your feelings, I yelled, “oh my god, me too!!!” I hate watches myself walk and I also relate with I thought it wasn’t that different, but I, too, realize why people worry! This vlog is so needed thanks for posting! Love from another CP warrior!💚💪🏼

Wow. You should really be proud of yourself for sharing your disability with the world. I'm not disabled, but I look forward to learning a lot from you in future videos. Thanks in advance for your future educational content.

I am so excited to come across your channel. I’m 62 , living in louisville and have Cerebral Palsy which has physically affected my right side. I love the content I’ve seen so far and think you will absolutely be a wonderful educator and role model for women and us disabled . When I first saw you you short and realized you were in Tampa , I could only hope and pray that you were safe after hurricane Ian went through.nive seen content that was made afterwards and you seem fine. I think one video you eventually could try is your reflections on when the hurricane went through and also any info on how the state helped disabled persons recover afterwards. It’s sort of “meatier” content , but might be a good video. Looking forward to seeing more from you, sincerely Rick

I'm a person with cerebral palsy and I'm very proud of you and I like that you put it out there

I stumbled on you on Shorts. You’re so darn pretty and such a killer figure I missed you had any disability. After all the “visual” stuff wore off it was the smile of yours that’s mesmerizing. I can’t watch one of your Shorts and not be in a better mood. Thank you.

M Daughter was born deaf, being bullied at school by other children at the age of 34 she was diagnosed with breast cancer, over in th uk if I get the clear yo ring the bell, 4 months later it came back , but she kept fighting, she watched my RU-vid channel and it made her laugh seeing her dad on RU-vid, at the age of 35 she was told she was terminal she kept doing things as much as she could bringing her daughter up aged 5 at 36 on the 21 of November her birthday she called me and said it’s time now dad December the 9th 2022 she died , she lived her life with a disability excepted she had a disability passed her driving test during her cancer, so good to see you ignoring everything and getting on with what you’re doing nothing is putting you down, be strong and keep sharing your life and including us in it ❤

Your bowling video appeared in my side-bar as a recommended video to watch. Being a bowler, I watched it and commented on it. I then checked out your main channel and found this video. I think you're doing a fantastic job sharing your life and your goals. I think that your channel will be very beneficial to both those with cerebral palsy and to those that know nothing about it. I look forward to being a part of your life's journey through your videos. Thank you for thinking of others by sharing your videos and commentary. I wish you the absolute best. Much love from the Great State of Texas.

Thank you Chelsea. You are a beacon of hope & sunshine to people everyday. I love your enthusiasm.

Chelsea, I totally enjoyed listening to you. I know it was hard to do but worth it. Keep going because the world, like it or not, definitely needs you. You are doing everything right and going the right direction with it. Admirable, seriously. 🌹

Thank you Chelsea for another informative and educational video. I can't imagine the courage it took for you to put yourself out there for all the world to see. You have become the spokesperson, the face and the champion of CP so we can all know the challenges and obstacles that you continue to conquer in life and it inspires so many of us to be true to ourselves.

You're doing an amazing job ☺️☺️

Thank you your channel it’s a breath of fresh air. I smile from ear to ear when I look at your contact thank you you don’t know what this did to me very much. Appreciate you and I look forward to checking more out of you.

i found you through glitters and lazer and im so glad i did.. you are so brave to put yourself out there because regardless of any disability people are cruel just to be cruel at times so i hope you never absorb or pay attention to that noise... what i see is a beautiful amazing young lady that can walk and also helps others with showing the content you do, that you can still travel and live life with a disability.. none of us know when we will need to know such information because we ALL can pass having challenges or disabilities at some point. keep being your beautiful self, im goint to watch all your videos and catch up. peace and love☮💖

You have a beautiful heart and soul.God has a plan for you.keep smiling 😃

You are an inspiration to so many! Your fierce braveness is awe inspiring. You have proven anyone who wants to can overcome a disabilty if they make the choice and effort. May you find some relief some day if you are able. God Bless You.

Chelsea you are a true inspiration to us all, please keep up the excellent work you do on RU-vid. I am always inspired by your videos. Your energy and glowing personality and positive approach to life is an inspiration, something we all can learn from. I am a senior with twin daughters (now they are 42) with ADHD. They open my heart to the world of disabilities and you have open my heart even more. As I age with my many life experiences (HS Athlete, NCAA athlete, career military officer, scientist, engineer, father and grandfather) I have learned how precious all life is, I catch flies in the house and let them loose outside, crazy. We weren't taught how to interact with the disability because we didn't see you in school or in my work force. I still feel a bit uneasy approaching the disability but I give them a smile and a greeting for the day. I'm still learning. I don't mean to stare but my engineering mind kicks in and I try and see how your mechanical structure works, it's an automatic behavior with my geekie engineering mind. We as the human race, need more of YOU in this world to show us the value of life and how the disability add to the quality of our lives. Simple tasks in life that most of us take for granted, is concentrated work for you that most off us can't imagine. Thank you very much for each and every RU-vid video. You are a very attractive young lady and I know you have the energy to achieve whatever you want to do in life so as we said in the military, GO FOR IT and never punt on 4th down and long.

Thank you for sharing everything you do. Great. Keep it going. Can't wait to see what you post next.

Your awesome! Don't ever stop being this amazing, beautiful person you are! I want you to know that I think you are very beautiful and your disability would never stop me from trying win your hear if I ever had a chance! Your brave, you know what you want in life to be happy and I like that.. only the ones who have no brain will not understand why they would be blessed to have you in their life. You deserve the world. I know that if could give you the world then it would be yours already 😘☺️

Chelsea, you are an inspiration to many other people with the same problem. Your positive attitude and outgoing nature, make you a lovable patient worthy of what you have done. xx♥

Your inner beauty humbles me. You are a woman, a beautiful woman that is different. I wish I knew more people like you. Thank you for sharing your story.

More power to you its great to see a person like you making people like me understand more of people with disabilities can wait to see more 😊

You have a certain inner grace which is so inspiring. Wishing you only continued success.

Chelsea I saw a video of yours on RU-vid, and the volume wasn't up all I could see was a brilliant smile, you are a beautiful young lady and now I am here watching this video listening to you to find an addictively great personality I hope this all sounds right but please please don't be hard one yourself, you are you a wonderful unique person there are so many things that you choose not to use such as a walker or wheelchair.... you're a fighter you don't want to resort to these ideals, this may not make a difference with you but it did for me my father lost his right arm in a car wreck when he was 17 years old so he had a few years to reboot his life before I was born in 1953 all throughout my life growing up I never saw the things other people saw in his to them oddity with one arm he passed on his 90th birthday and it took a few years after that to figure out that I never ever though about the fact that he is and was his whole life handicapped which just blew me away because nothing stopped him he did everything from tying his shoes with one hand to yard work to electrical, woodworking and even rebuilding a car engine completely, he coached my little league baseball team and played catch with a glove while throwing barehanded, just believe in yourself and turn heads with your greatness, you are you and the world is going to love you for that, those who have the issues are the ones who are missing out, be special stay special because you are!

New friends turned best friends! Love you so much and I’m so proud of you 🤍

💪 You're super dope Chelsea! To be transparent, I don't know anyone with a physical disability in real life. So, for me, it's a lack of knowledge about disabilities & not understanding the extent to which someone may be disabled off first glance. I promise I, & I hope I can speak for a good % of people, mean no harm by glancing, it's more just trying to comprehend what's happening in the moment. I'm really glad I came across your story so I can become more educated. Thank you for sharing & being so open minded & dope about it. Keep it up 🔥🔥🔥

Eloquent, inspirational, thoughtful and wonderful. Thank you for sharing.

Interesting to hear about your story, great outlook you have!

Wow you are so inspiring to many people ..keep the videos coming ..not only beautiful but smart as well ...God bless

Awesome videos. Keep them coming. I used to work with handicapped children and it was rewarding.

Thank you for being your authentic self. It is refreshing to see you are not downing yourself to accomodate the shitheads of this world. I am sure you will not be single for very long. Your inner beauty matches your outer beauty. Much love!

Thank you for sharing it is so wonderful God bless girl

I have right hemiparesis. You are awesome. I was born with it. We need to spread awareness about disability’s. I never let my disability get in my way.

You are an inspiration to all with your upbeat personality and go getter attitude.

I always thought people with cerebral palsy couldn't speak clearly and you are the first I see that speaks normal.

“Be the change you want to see in the world”. Gandhi And here you are doing exactly that.

Keep up the inspiring conversation. It's healing others as well as yourself

Well I'm glad your telling people Your story! That's why I always loved youtube because this is what it's for, expressing yourself and meeting other people.. disabled folk have always been an inspiration for me.. they are usually so much stronger and more beautiful than normies... I'm not disabled but I have some pretty severe nerve issues.. I beat cancer about 16 years ago.. so I know pain and suffering as well... Anyway keep doing what your doing and never give up!!! Your amazing!✌️🤙🖖 Ps if you gots any haters you let us know!

My late wife never let CP get in her way. She went to PSU and Temple to be a Vocational Rehab Social Worker. Thank you for sharing bc CP is just a name but you can overcome any obsticle.

You are a awesome role model. Keep on keeping on.

Hi my names Andrew Nagatori I discovered your videos not to long ago and you’ve been a huge inspiration in my life!! I also Have CP and just like you have been going through life with the best attitude I can have with a smile on my face although some days it gets very difficult for me, I’m a Bass Player and Heavy equipment operator, as well as own my very own Audio and Live Sound Business. But as mentioned before it gets very difficult some days from the judgement and looks I get from people all the time and I love the fact that you walk around with your head held hight with a smile on your face and show that you don’t let any of the judgement or haters get to you and I can’t thank you enough for giving me the inspiration to keep going and never giving up no matter how hard it gets!! I was wondering if I could get some of your backstory and was wondering if you can give me some Advice for the days where everything seems to much because everyone sees my CP and not me.. I would love to hear back from you and would love to hear your story and Advice Thank you very much!! Andrew Nagatori.

Buddy you're a natural for this. You talk very well. I'm not great at talking. It took me so long to do live streaming and RU-vid videos well.

I'm Glad You Started This Channel Or I Wouldn't Have Never Been Able To Tell You How Beautiful You Are !!

Damn. I understand the struggle and growing up and ppl saying things or pointing at things. But your luckier than most,you got a smile and honestly,your hot. That makes you unique. Your body is your body and by you making vids, hopefully your providing therapy and overcoming things yourself. There's no reason you shouldn't be 1000000% comfortable with who and what you are. You seem nice and humble,and those things are way more Important than being bitter or mean or delusional or closing yourself off to the world.so keep on trucking. I have a feeling you'll be remembered or break some kind of record or stereotype that puts you on the map. Your a straight gangster and ppl are Gunna move out the way and roll out the red carpet for ya 🤣 just don't let it get to your head tho! It's easy for that happen, nobodies exempt. Keep sharing your shit and living with that wonderful outlook and smile!

I think you're absolutely beautiful. Yes you do walk funny. But I think everybody is damaged and broken in some shape or form. But living with it and enjoying life to the fullest. I've been able to laugh. And the satisfaction from helping others. It's what it's all about. Living a good life. Thank you so much for sharing with us. PS have you ever tried sailing . If you haven't please do. The wind is free!

I watched all your videos and went back and liked them. I love your content! You motivate me! Keep up the great work!! 🤘🏽