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I've heard that the word "normal" could be a sensitive word depends on the context. Why is that?

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Rebecca

The word "normal" implies that there's a certain way one must look and act to fit in. But then, that doesn't consider people who may not fit these standards of "normal" and are then put to the side or seen as lesser! Such as people with disabilities. What someone views as "normal" can be very subjective, so I guess it depends on the contexts you use it in and why. Ex: A normal day for me starts with waking up at seven am and going for a jog! Ex: I used to wish I looked "normal". But then I realized I like the way I look.

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