7.31.2010

freedom isn't free.

I just found out that I have to cover up my numerous self-mutilation scars to avoid discrimination in nursing school.

I don't even know what to do about that.

Do I get mad at the fact that I barely survived my own sanity, only to be punished even further? Do I intentionally keep them uncovered and risk a career, or even being kicked out for being unsound? Is that even legal?

Do I get upset and pick a fight in the name of every other person who's had to wear long sleeves? Do I risk never getting a job by picking a fight no one else is willing to?

Do I sit down and take this in stride? Keep my mouth shut and just keep in mind that I can't piss where I eat, and feel smothered and cowardly?

Well, I know what I want to do.

...But I don't think I can fight it, knowing that I risk the comfort of my family, id est, our future financial security.

"The ultimate freedom is saying 'I won't'."
-Unknown

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