Congrats of getting approved. I fought for over 3 years and 4 or 5 appeals for SSDI. In the end, I was denied because my mental illness was caused from my substance abuse. This is untrue and I was furious for a long time. A Federal Appeals court Judge basically told me that if I had the ability to buy drugs & commit crimes than I can obtain a job. I wouldn't worry about what others will think. Yes, some will judge you and feel that you shouldn't receive a "government handout" but you deserve it.