Your Life, Your Choices: Claim Your Decisions
Self-advocacy is about owning the decisions that shape your life. The more you make choices for yourself, the more empowered and confident you become.
You have the right to make decisions about:
- Daily routines and personal activities: how you spend your time each day
- Education, work, and volunteering: pursuing opportunities that align with your goals
- Community and social participation: engaging in spaces where your voice matters
- Health, finances, and personal goals: managing what affects your well-being and future
Strategy for Empowered Decision-Making:
- Start small: Make one decision a day independently and reflect on the outcome.
- Track progress: Keep a journal of choices and their results to see your growth.
- Seek guidance, not permission: Ask for advice when needed, but remember the final choice is yours.
Build on successes: Gradually take on more complex decisions to strengthen your confidence and competence.
Taking charge of your decisions reinforces your competence, expands your confidence, and strengthens your role in every social and community setting.
