Front book titled The Cage Was Never Mine To Stay In shows the side of author’s face. Birdcage with open door and ear shape inside is centered over the author’s ear. Eagle with open wings flies out of the cage. Green watercolour background.

This is my personal story about living deaf in a world that has rarely understood what it means to be deaf.

I wrote it from my heart, with honesty, feelings, and my own perspectives. Through my journeys from birth to the present, I share moments of frustration, determination, and discovery that reveal how being deaf has brought both challenges and personal transformation.

This book also explores how I found my inner soul and identity, built self-awareness, and grew spiritually. It touches on themes of self-love, authenticity, core beliefs, and personal growth.

My journeys have taught me who I am as a strong voice for accessibility and inclusion, and as an advocate for people with disabilities. These experiences continue to push me to discover more about life through curiosity.

I hope to encourage others to share their own stories and to spread awareness, greater understanding, compassion, and respect for a world where everyone, including the deaf community and people with disabilities, feels seen and valued.

The Cage Was Never Mine to Stay In

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I was overwhelmed with Nick’s book, The Cage Was Never Mine to Stay In. A true, honest, thought provoking work of the struggles of a deaf individual living in a hearing world.

Throughout the book, Nick speaks of self-awareness and self-love, learned over many years. He delves into the spiritual journey he has been exploring and continues to explore.

I highly recommend this book to hearing, deaf and hard of hearing individuals, it is truly an inspirational read.
— Ms. P. H., 2025

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