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Isaac Harvey MBE

Sharing the Story vs. Living the Story

The Reality of Being Open While Living Through It

May 18

A vintage-style propaganda poster showing a woman kneeling between two halves of a split sky, one peaceful, one chaotic, with the question “Was it all worth it?” above.

May 18

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Never Stop Writing

What Keeps Me Going?

Where Determination Comes From (Even When I Don’t Feel Like It)

May 16

A 1950s-style propaganda poster shows a central figure in tattered clothes striding forward with determination, surrounded by a cheering crowd. A woman in a red headscarf encourages them, as sunburst rays and bold colours evoke triumph and solidarity. Text reads: “onward through all!”

May 16

Published in

Readers Club

When Gaming Was More Than a Game

How PlayStation Home Gave Me Space to Just Be

May 16

A retro propaganda poster showing a man stepping into a glowing chrome portal with a blue house-shaped symbol, pixelating as he enters. Above, bold text says, “escape reality!” on a red background with vintage textures.

May 16

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Never Stop Writing

This Is What Happens When You’re Wrapped in Cotton Wool

Why Balance Matters More Than Protection

May 14

AI-generated 1950s-style poster showing a Black mother knitting glowing cotton wool that traps her teenage son, curled at her feet, while large hands of opportunity are blocked by the wool. Text reads: “wrapped in cotton wool: they can’t fly if you clip their wings.”

May 14

Writing Every Day for Mental Health Week Has Been Harder Than I Expected

Turns out, being open every day takes a lot out of you.

May 14

A vintage-style square poster with the words “balance is all you need” above a meditating figure surrounded by icons representing health, rest, and mindfulness. The image has a calming, retro comic-book feel and emphasizes harmony and mental well-being.

May 14

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Readers Club

Punished for What I Can Do

When strength is used against you, and support only comes when you’re seen to be struggling.

May 13

A 1950s-style painting of an Asian woman giving a speech at an award ceremony, with a banner behind her reading “we honour silence and obedience.” Two suited men whisper behind her as one of her awards is quietly removed, highlighting the contrast between public praise and private undermining.

May 13

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Never Stop Writing

I Believed Positivity was the Answer to Everything

Until Life Taught me a Much Deeper Lesson

May 11

AI-generated image of a smiling Black woman in a 1950s-style yellow dress holding a sign that says, “Every Day Is a Gift!” as she pushes an empty pram through a war-torn city. Musical notes float above her head while destruction surrounds her. Graffiti behind her reads “wake up.”

May 11

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Readers Club

Why Good Customer Service Matters More Than You Think

How a Restaurant Showed the True Power of Inclusion

May 9

A 1950s-style AI-generated poster showing a joyful person in an electric wheelchair entering a lively restaurant with cheering friends, confetti, balloons, a smiling waiter, and a banner reading “open to everyone!” The text says “Because Great Food Belongs to All!”

May 9

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Never Stop Writing

Becoming Part of the Picture

Discovering the joy of art, history, and connection through immersive experiences.

May 6

AI-generated 1950s-style propaganda poster of a woman in a VR headset, standing confidently with Egyptian pyramids and a glowing beetle; red banners read “experience history like never before!” and at the bottom “the future is here!”

May 6

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Readers Club

You’re Doing a Great Job

Small moments that reveal big assumptions.

May 4

1950s propaganda-style poster showing two people from different cultures shaking hands, exchanging a wrench and fruit, with a smiling man in a suit giving a thumbs-up in the background under the words “You’re doing a great job!”

May 4

Isaac Harvey MBE

Isaac Harvey MBE

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Disability advocate, content creator who is sharing unique stories from overcoming barriers to embracing life.

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