When we discuss diversity and the issue of ableism comes up in class, I find it important to let the students know that I have a learning disability and that as a child I was labeled LD gifted. My students already know that I have achieved my Bachelor's and Master's degrees as well as licenses as a notary public, a massage therapist, and an esthetician so they know that I have achieved a lot and let nothing stand in my way. I also explain to them that this is due to the fact that I was born deaf. This allows students to get a better understanding of learning disabilities in case they come across any learning disabled patients and also allows for students with learning disabilities to understand that they can accomplish anything they set their minds to do.