Ambulatory SCI Workshop #2: Identity and Imposter Syndrome

Ambulatory SCI Workshop Series: Workshop #2: Identity and Imposter Syndrome

Join us for an empowering series of virtual workshops created for people with ambulatory SCI. Led by Ryan Clarkson and Mike Shaw, these sessions will feature peer-driven discussions on the mental wellness topics that matter most.

Click here to register for Workshop #2.

Description: Living with a visible or invisible disability can complicate how others perceive you and how you see yourself. This session unpacks the unique identity challenges faced by those with incomplete SCIs, including the pressure to “look normal” and the imposter syndrome that can arise from not fitting traditional disability narratives. Together, we’ll challenge societal expectations and find strength in our internal resources.

Takeaways:

1. Understand the complexities of living with an invisible disability and its impact on your identity.
2. Explore strategies to overcome imposter syndrome and embrace your unique journey.
3. Reframe internal and external expectations to align with your lived reality.

Mike Shaw: Former Professional Skier | Author & Keynote Speaker | Clinical Counsellor & Resilience Expert

In 2013, Mike Shaw’s life took a dramatic turn when a catastrophic skiing accident left him with an incomplete SCI. Today, as a clinical counsellor, keynote speaker and author of Never Part of the Plan, Mike equips individuals and organizations with practical tools to navigate challenges, foster resilience and unlock their full potential. His unique perspective combines his lived experiences with expertise in mental health to help others overcome adversity and thrive. His story has been featured on platforms like Red Bull TV, CBC, NBC, and TEDx, with his documentary The Healing Agent offering hope and guidance to audiences worldwide. Mike’s mission is simple: to inspire and empower people to transition from surviving to thriving despite life’s toughest challenges.

Questions? Email Ryan at rclarkson@sci-bc.ca.

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Learn more and register for Workshop #1: Self Care and Goal-Setting (Jan 7).

Learn more and register for Workshop #3: Mental Health, Grief and Comparison (Feb 4).