A reader’s comment on a Globe and Mail article about how Angie Sandow rides a motorcycle with one hand sparked a deeper reflection on judgment, assumptions, and why sharing our stories truly matters.

As a child, I was told I couldn’t — by classmates, teachers, and even adults who should’ve known better. But I did. Today, I share my story to help kids and adults alike see that strength isn’t born — it’s built through every challenge we face.