While was doing all the operations and recovery/physio/etc I had a disabled driving permit, couldn't walk a block on crutches, but gave it up once I could walk again, there are people who need those spots more than me.
I think that disability is a continuum, I've certainly moved around within that, it could be anyone, it could be you or me (I stood in a hole crossing the road, watching the traffic rather than my feet) mostly I guess we should push against there being stigma, acknowledge that disability is normal, and making sure that those with more extreme disabilities get the support they need so we can all take part in society equally
It's invisible, but walking hurts. The more I walk, the more it hurts. Damn, I used to go on weeklong treks...
Anyway back to the "am I disabled" topic. I guess it depends on when you're asking.
Good luck!
I ask, earnestly.
You can be disabled and sometimes force yourself to do things without accomodations via willpower, but it may have consequences for your mental/physical health and shouldn't be expected of anyone.
Eg. Chronic fatigue. If you push through the boomerang effect can hit you like a truck.
It’s a kind of personal question to be asking.