Why I Started Voices With Disorders

For most of my life, I never thought about my voice. It was simply there — my way of speaking to family, friends, coworkers, the world. That changed after a surgery left me with scarring on both vocal cords. Overnight, my voice became hoarse, high-pitched, and different.

What followed were years of treatments and procedures — some gave me temporary hope, others left me disappointed. But the hardest part wasn’t the medical side. It was the emotional weight of living with a voice that no longer felt like my own.

I remember the anxiety every time I spoke in public. The stares. The questions: “What happened to your voice?” The pressure to explain something so personal in a split second. I learned how isolating a voice disorder can feel, not because we can’t speak, but because we fear how others will hear us.

That’s why I created Voices With Disorders.

This space is more than a website — it’s a community, a resource hub, and a place of belonging. I started it because I don’t want anyone else with a voice disorder to feel like they are alone in their struggle. I want people to know:

Your voice is still valid.

Your story deserves to be heard.

You are part of a larger community that understands.

Here, you’ll find stories, resources, and encouragement. You’ll hear from others who are walking their own path with a voice disorder. You’ll see that strength doesn’t always sound “perfect,” but it is powerful all the same.

My voice may be scarred, but it carries something stronger than sound: resilience. And through this platform, I hope to amplify not only my voice, but yours too.

Because together, our voices — hoarse, raspy, soft, or broken — can still create harmony.

If you’d like to share your own story or connect with our community, visit our Community Voices page. Together, we’re changing the conversation about voice disorders, one story at a time.