Navigating Privilege and Disability: The Complexities of Life Beyond Blindness

Andrew Leland shares a deeply personal story of losing his vision due to retinitis pigmentosa. He shares some of the challenges and necessary adjustments that come with acquiring with his gradual disability. With courage and humor, Andrew navigates the complex emotional terrain of coming to terms with his changing abilities and sheds light on what can be found when losing sight.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• More deeply understand the journey of acquiring a disability
• Understand the nature of identity and how it changes throughout stages of life
• Develop compassion and curiosity for those with with unique challenges
• Identify what it means to balance independence and interdependance
• Foster better communication for those living with differing abilities

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