Hey, you beautiful human!

I wanted to write a post about my feelings regarding the award I won at the end of 2025. For those who didn’t know, I was granted the 2025 “Inspiration Award” from Centre of Excellence because of my story. It’s about how I went from abuse, sexual assault, mistreatment, and educational neglect in childhood and adolescence to becoming a thriving distance learner through my online university and through other academic platforms, like Centre of Excellence!

Here is what I initially wrote on Instagram and TikTok when receiving the prize:

Still can't believe I won this award by Centre of Excellence called the "Inspiration Award"! I didn't think my story was that interesting... But then I realized that it is actually VERY inspiring to go from a survivor of abuse/trauma AND educational neglect - because of the lack of disability support - to an independent distance learner who THRIVES in their field(s)! In my case, it's philosophy, religious studies, and psychology-related topics. 

I have survived a lot that life has thrown at me. From childhood trauma and every kind of abuse imaginable to ableism because of my disabilities, and adulthood misfortunes like getting RA (rheumatoid arthritis) at only 27 years old... And therefore becoming even more disabled! 

But nonetheless, I'm a lifelong learner, and I will always study and research and write original philosophy! Thank you SO MUCH again, CoE, for awarding me this beautiful trophy and certificate! Yay me! 🏆💖

For those who are wondering, CoE awards students on their course platform (perhaps combined with their university studies, like me!) who deserve this recognition every year… This year, I was chosen, and I still cannot believe it!

Below are some photos:

It’s so awesome that learning is more accessible now.

My award contribution video

To watch the video I applied with for this award, please go to this post: https://trixjoyce.com/supporters/video_embeds/199728 

It’s for members only though (both free and paid)!

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Trix