A disabled girl holds onto her dreams with a pen

Dec 12, 20233 min read

Updated: Dec 17, 2023

Luong Thi Hang, a 28-year-old woman born with congenital disabilities in her hands and feet. Through resilience and optimism, she overcomes her circumstances, discovers a passion for writing, achieves independence, and nurtures her niece.

In a quaint villagе of Hung An, Ha Giang provincе livеd a young woman named Luong Thi Hang. Currently, she is living with her parents, brother and grandchildren. Despite living in difficult circumstances, her academic achievements always gained the title of an excellent student, and she was especially good at Literature. She studied culture at public schools like her peers in grade 12. In everyone's eyes, Ms.Hang is an extraordinary person, optimistic in life and constantly striving to develop herself and her career.

Ms. Hang's portrait (Photo taken from Ms. Hang's Facebook)

Triumphant over challenges: Hang's inspiring journey

Born with a leg disability and a voice disorder, Hang has faced daily challenges that test her determination. The physical boundaries imposed by her conditions have made communication and writing difficult, with stiffness in her fingers adding to the struggle. Simple tasks require extra effort as she navigates her limited mobility. However, despite these hurdles, Hang's indomitable spirit shines through. In her youth, it was her father and mother who ensured she made it to school. Hang's story is a testament to her resilience and unwavering determination to overcome adversity, inspiring others to face their own challenges with courage and determination.

Ms. Hang's difficulty in walking (Photo provided by Ms. Hang)

"Transforming with Words"

Writing for Hang is like a joy. Stuck at home, the creative process of writing has turned into her fun escape, it makes her feel better and more positive. Not only was it fun, but it also changed the way she looked at life, brought in good vibes, and lifted her spirits from her usual routine. Writing stories became a useful friend, providing emotional support for her and earning a little extra money.

With her writing journey at Goodnovel, she learned more about stories. She also joined training to get better at it. One of her best stories there is 'Return to Take Revenge on the Evil Billionaire,' with 226 chapters and it got 9.1k views! Also, she wrote on Dreame.com. Her story 'Vợ à! Em Chạy Đâu Cho Thoát' got 4.2k followers and a big 31.1k reads. This remarkable achievement highlights the fruits of Hang's hard work and dedication, showcasing the recognition and success she gained in the storytelling path.

Interview video (by Roller coaster)

The desire to explore new horizons

Ms. Hang's life may be confined to her home, but her spirit soars beyond its limits. To do more extraordinary things, the motivation for her to want to take further steps is her mother. That energy has impulsed her to constantly strive to improve herself and help her family within her own ability. She aspires to write a better series, one that reaches a wider audience, recognizing the unpredictable nature of the writing profession. To broaden her horizons, she seeks to learn English, screenwriting, and other subjects. Ms. Hang desires to immerse herself in the world of school youth, an experience she missed due to her health. Through her own words and stories, she aims to compensate for this absence, finding energy and clarity for her future endeavors.

Ms. Hang never wishes to be rendered useless, particularly for young individuals and those facing similar circumstances, who share a passion for writing. Her advice to them is to cultivate a passion and transform their shortcomings into opportunities for self-improvement. She firmly believes that by investing faith and soul into their endeavors, talents will exceed expectations, paving the way for remarkable achievements.

A girl who once whispered her stories into the night has become an author who wholeheartedly pursues her dreams. Fueled by hope and resilience, her aspirations will continue to resonate, inspiring future generations to embrace their own dreams and pen extraordinary stories.

Expanded information

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about 10% of the world's population, equivalent to 650 million people, live with some form of disability. Of these, about 150 million people have congenital disabilities.

Congenital disabilities are physical or mental defects that are present from birth, or caused by damage during the fetal period or during childbirth. Congenital disabilities can affect a person's ability to move, think, communicate, learn, work, and participate in social activities.

There are many causes of congenital disabilities, including:

Genetic factors: Genetic disorders such as Down syndrome, Edward syndrome, Patau syndrome, etc. are common causes of congenital disabilities.
Environmental factors: Exposure to harmful substances during pregnancy, such as radiation, chemicals, tobacco, alcohol, etc. can increase the risk of congenital disabilities in the fetus.
Prenatal factors: Problems during pregnancy and childbirth, such as infections, lack of oxygen, etc. can also cause congenital disabilities.

The rate of congenital disabilities in the world has been declining over time, due to improvements in living conditions, healthcare, and reproductive health care. However, congenital disabilities remain a significant public health issue.

In what ways has Hang's story influenced your perspective on resilience and determination?