Come as you are

I watched an exceptional movie this week: Coda.

The film features Ruby, a child of deaf adults (CODA), who can hear but her family can’t. It chronicles her relationship navigating two worlds: the deaf world & the hearing world. It’s a mesmerizing story of belonging, courage, and connection.

The best part? Most of the movie is done in ASL with deaf actors — and it just won two Oscars: Best Picture and Best Supporting Actor.

It made me reflect on a phrase I love: Come as you are.

We are all blessed with talent. But our talents may be unique from everyone else — and that’s a good thing. The success of Coda shows that this difference should be celebrated.

So share your gifts! The world is waiting. 🤟