It's society that disables an individual by not investing in enough creativity to allow for someone to show us the quality that makes them rare and valuable and capable. Aimee Mullins capablecreativitydisable Change image and share on social
It's factual to say I am a bilateral-below-the-knee amputee. I think it's subjective opinion as to whether or not I am disabled because of that. That's just me. Aimee Mullins amputeebilateraldisable Change image and share on social
The flesh and bone leg is just beautiful. It's elegant. You know, when it's working, it's incredible. But if it's not working, well, you know, your life is certainly far from over. Aimee Mullins beautifulboneelegant Change image and share on social
I like that Pilates compromises the mind and body. It's not just about being able to run around the block a few times. It's about alleviating stress and controlling breathing. It's about being balanced. Aimee Mullins alleviatebalanceblock share on social
I didn't see how wearing prosthetics was quite so different from being born with flaming red hair in a crowd of black-haired babies, or being of a different religion from that of every other child in your area. Aimee Mullins areababybear share on social
The best beauty secret, besides sleep and plenty of water, is do whatever it is - before you go out, before you need to feel beautiful - do whatever makes you feel confident. If it's putting on a great dance record and rocking out in your apartment, do it. If kissing someone for 10 minutes makes you feel confident, do it. Aimee Mullins apartmentbeautifulbeauty share on social
You know, I think there are certain words like 'illegitimate' that should not be used to describe a person. And certainly, we have come far enough in our technology that our language can evolve, because it has an impact. Aimee Mullins describeevolveillegitimate share on social
I like it now when kids stare at me, because it is a way of starting a dialogue. And it is far better than them not looking at you at all. Nothing is worse than not being seen. Aimee Mullins badlydialoguekid Change image and share on social
I had a paper round and every night I would put the dinner on before Mum came home from work. I was capable because I had to be. Aimee Mullins capabledinnerhome Change image and share on social
For me, I never ever felt the ownership or any identity with any community of disabilities. I didn't grow up being told that I was a disabled child. Aimee Mullins childcommunitydisability Change image and share on social