Embrace It with Lainie & Estela - Smashing Disability Stigmas
64 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago -Real-life friends, Lainie Ishbia from Trend-Able.com, & Estela Lugo from the Hereditary Neuropathy Foundation, are real, raw & perfectly imperfect in their informal discussions about the trials & tribulations of living with disabilities. Both women wear leg braces due to chronic neuromuscular conditions and are passionate about helping others feel confident in their own skin.
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Embrace It: Episode 58 - Lacey Nagar Ammerman, Becoming Unstuck
June 28, 2024 21:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Lacey Nager Ammerman, a Confidence and Certified Body Image Coach, as we explore the theme of becoming unstuck while living with a disability. Lacey, diagnosed with a chronic health condition at the age of 12, shares her personal journey of overcoming body image challenges and the fear of being seen. She shares her struggles and triumphs in dating, business, and self-acceptance. Lacey's story is one of resilience and empowerment, highlighting the i...
Embrace It: Episode 57 - Xian Horn, Catalyst for Inclusion
March 21, 2024 09:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBJoin us for an inspiring episode of the Embrace It Podcast as we welcome the radiant Xian Horn, a true catalyst for inclusion. Xian, a joyful half-Asian woman with Cerebral Palsy, wears many hats: teacher, writer, speaker, beauty advocate, blogger, and Exemplar for the AT&T NYU Connect Ability Challenge towards creating Assistive Technology. Named one of the 21 Leaders for the 21st Century by Women's eNews in 2017, Xian Horn's journey toward reconceptualizing leadership has left a profound ...
Embrace It: Episode 56 - Alexa & Jaqueline Child, Make Love Accessible
February 14, 2024 23:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBJoin us for an enlightening conversation with Alexa and Jacqueline Child, the dynamic duo behind Dateability, a revolutionary dating app designed to empower the disabled and chronically ill communities. Founded by sisters, Jacqueline's personal experience with discrimination and hurtful comments on mainstream dating apps due to her disability ignited a spark within them to create a platform that champions inclusivity and understanding. In this podcast episode, we delve into Jacqueline and A...
Embrace It: Episode 55 - 10 Things We'd Tell Our Younger Selves About Disability
January 25, 2024 18:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBIn this heartfelt episode, join Lainie and Estela as they open up about their personal journeys in living with a disability. Delving into the depths of self-reflection, the duo shares an intimate list of insights they wish they could tell their younger selves. From navigating challenges to embracing self-love, this candid conversation unveils valuable lessons, offering a beacon of wisdom for anyone on a similar path. Tune in for a touching exploration of resilience, growth, and the empowerin...
Embrace It: Episode 54 Pamela Rae Schuller - Channel Your SH*T
January 05, 2024 09:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBIn this amusing and heartfelt episode, we explore the pivotal moments that turned a troubled and disabled middle schooler with Tourette’s syndrome into an international comedian and Netflix personality! Join us as Pamela Rae Schuller blends her skills of storytelling and comedy with disability advocacy into this fun and insightful EmBrace It conversation! Follow Pamela on Instagram Watch Pamela’s TEDx Talk Watch Pamela on Netflix Book an EmBRACE It Workshop Looking for more great tips, ...
Embrace It: Episode 53 Madeline Niebanck - Stroke of Luck
December 09, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBIn this empowering episode, we sit down with Maddi, an extraordinary individual whose journey has been defined by resilience and determination. Graduating from Georgetown University with a passion for Spanish and Justice and Peace Studies, Maddi's life took an unexpected turn when a hemorrhagic stroke left her paralyzed on her left side. Amidst her recovery, she discovered a new passion for fashion, channeling her love for the arts into writing her first book, "Fashion Fwd: How Today's Cult...
Embrace It: Episode 52 Dustin Giannelli - Hears Dustin
November 11, 2023 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBIn this inspiring episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of Dustin, who was diagnosed with profound bilateral hearing loss at the young age of five. Despite this life-changing diagnosis, Dustin's story is one of resilience, empowerment, and a determination to spread positivity. From school hearing exams to facing unexpected challenges, Dustin’s experiences have been both unique and universal. We explore the transformative moment in his life when a simple divider during a hearing test ...
Embrace It: Episode 51 - Becky Etchberger - From Denial to Acceptance
October 20, 2023 16:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBDespite the disability or condition, the path from denial to acceptance is anything but linear and smooth. We all have our own journeys to becoming the person we want to be. Sometimes that journey requires us to travel alone and other times we have are fortunate enough to find the support and guidance we need. Becky Etchberger is a successful TV producer for many shows such as American Idol, The Voice & Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. She is also navigating the ups and downs of life, lo...
Embrace It: Episode 50 - Yare Túa, Communicating with Kindness
September 28, 2023 17:00 - 47 minutes - 33 MBIn this episode, we delve into the remarkable journey of Yarelbys Túa Pachano, a Venezuelan model and influencer who is defying expectations and advocating for inclusivity. Yare’s story is not only about overcoming cancer and disability but also about the power of communication and kindness in her interactions. We'll explore how Yare discusses her disability with strangers, shedding light on the misconceptions and taboos surrounding disabilities in her home country and beyond. She shares he...
Embrace It: Episode 49 - Dr. Akilah Cadet, Privilege & Disability
September 05, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBIn this episode, we're diving into how privilege can shape our access to healthcare and opportunities with the fabulous Dr. Akilah Cadet, who has spent an extensive part of her career designing training, coaching executives, and informing systematic change to improve the workforce experience for large organizations. We’re shedding light on how many forms of privilege can act like a golden ticket affecting how easily we access medical care and career opportunities. Tune in to gain Dr. Cadet...
Embrace It: Episode 48 - Alexis Hillyard, Stirring Up Joy
August 11, 2023 09:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBGet ready to dive into a bubbling pot of heartwarming stories and culinary delights in this episode of 'Stirring Up Joy'! We're pulling up a seat at the virtual kitchen table with none other than the fabulous Alexis Hillyard, the mastermind behind the YouTube sensation Stump Kitchen. Join us as we savor every flavorful moment of her journey – from connecting over food with her partner to becoming a cooking sensation with a twist. Imagine whipping up gluten-free vegan eats and stumptastic tr...
Embrace It: Episode 47 - Ross Barchacky, Who Will Hire Us?
July 21, 2023 09:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBRoss, a seasoned veteran with 17 years of service, suffered an injury during his time in the military. As he transitioned into the civilian workforce, he participated in numerous workshops aiming to translate his skills effectively. However, it wasn't until his career counselor at the Department of Veterans Affairs introduced him to Inclusively that he realized what had been missing all along. Reflecting on his journey, Ross expresses, "I felt like I was exerting tremendous effort to align...
Embrace It: Episode 46 - Eliza Hull, The Things We Carry
June 09, 2023 22:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBEliza is a musician, writer, speaker, and advocate — changing the way the world views disability. Having established herself as one of Australia’s most important voices and striking songwriters of recent years, Castlemaine-based artist Eliza Hull has proven the longevity of her art, and continued evolution. Growing up with CMT, Eliza recalls visiting dozens of doctors and being required to “walk in a straight line.” Decades later, she has transformed her journey into the powerful music and...
Embrace It: Episode 45 - Stacie Swider, Rein to Shine
May 19, 2023 14:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBStacie Swindler has been drawn to horses since childhood. During her career in education, she began volunteering at a therapeutic horseback riding facility for individuals with disabilities. After being amazed by the interactions she observed between the students and the horses, Stacie changed the trajectory of her life. Instead of returning to the classroom, she decided to partner with horses to improve the lives of those living with autism, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disor...
Embrace It: Episode 44 - Nikita Chopra, We Are Worthy of Support
April 27, 2023 16:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBAfter living with severely debilitating psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis for over 30 years, Nitika Chopra found that no matter how hard she tried, she always felt completely isolated and alone. For a long time, she assumed that it must have been because something was inherently broken or wrong with her. After getting the courage to open up about her health, she realized that every time she met someone who had a chronic illness, they felt the exact same way. While Nitika’s career started ov...
Embrace It: Episode 43 - Rachelle Friedman, LCSW, Honoring Grief & Boundaries
March 25, 2023 00:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MB“How do we honor the inevitable grief that comes with disability and establish healthy boundaries with those closest to us? Rachelle Friedman, aka “The Brainy Social Worker,” is a disabled therapist who understands that there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to healing. With an educational background in neuroscience and social work, Rachelle knows that anyone can change how they feel by becoming aware of the data and triggers that we store in our brains and how we interact with that data on ...
Embrace It: Episode 42 - Tiffany Yu, Turning Shame Into Pride
February 11, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 43.8 MB“How do we take shame around our disabilities and begin to turn it into pride & purpose? At the age of 9, Tiffany became disabled as a result of a car accident that also took the life of her father. For the next decade, Tiffany navigated the many challenges of adolescence, grief, and shame around her disability. Today, Tiffany Yu is the CEO & Founder of Diversability, an award-winning entirely disabled-run and led social enterprise to elevate disability pride, and a content creator with 1...
Embrace It: Episode 41 - Lorraine Woodward, Making Rentals Accessible
January 27, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 32.4 MB"Everyone deserves a chance to go on a vacation and make memories with their family!" After 20 years of frustration, with very limited vacation options, Lorraine Woodward's family of four, three of whom have mobility issues due to muscular dystrophy, took it upon themselves to create their own accessible property. In 2014, Lorraine’s "A Place of No Worries" was realized. Their fully accessible property was not only a way to meet their own family vacation needs, but also a way to serve as an...
Embrace It: Episode 40 - Alyse Brewer & Shannon Maher, The Next Generation of Leaders
December 23, 2022 10:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBHow do we support the next generation of disability leaders with inclusive career opportunities? What innate skills do people with disabilities bring to the workforce, and why should businesses include disability in their diversity conversations? Join us for this refreshing episode with Alyce Brewer & Shannon Mayer of DisabilityIN NextGen as we share their exciting work and personal journeys to disability advocacy! Visit the NextGen Website Apply to Leaders Program Follow DisabilityIN on ...
Embrace It: Episode 39 - Mindy Henderson, We Can Do Hard Things
December 09, 2022 10:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBOn a mission to leave the world a little better than how she found it, Mindy strives to help create a world where inclusion is the norm, where people see possibilities instead of limitations, and where no challenge is too big to overcome. Mindy is no stranger to “Doing Hard Things” and shares a few of her many examples of how she was able to turn “Nos” into “Yes’” throughout her life in this episode. Whether it was adopting a child in China, writing a NEW book, or starting her own business,...
Embrace It: Episode 38 - Jearlean Taylor, Different to Make a Difference
November 25, 2022 10:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBAt only 3 years old, Taylor was diagnosed with a rare vaginal cancer called Rhabdomyosarcoma. Doctors didn't expect her to survive. After chemotherapy, radiation, and several surgeries, Taylor was cancer-free but left with two permanent ostomy bags — colostomy and urostomy, which aid her bladder and bowel functions — for the rest of her life. Growing up with ostomy bags in Baltimore, Maryland, Jearlean Taylor wasn't sure she would be able to pursue her dreams as a fashion model. Today, she ...
Embrace It: Episode 37 - Billy Price, Billy's Shoes
November 11, 2022 14:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBImagine falling from a three-story window during your second week of college and transforming overnight from an athletic teen to a full-time wheelchair user. What sounds like a nightmare to many was Billy Price’s real and sudden introduction into the disability community. Join us for this mind-blowing episode and interview with aeronautical engineer turned inclusive shoe designer Billy Price, as he recalls how a casual conversation at a holiday party turned his world upside down to build a m...
Embrace It: Episode 37 - Billy Price, Billy's Shoes
November 11, 2022 14:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBImagine falling from a three-story window during your second week of college and transforming overnight from an athletic teen to a full-time wheelchair user. What sounds like a nightmare to many was Billy Price’s real and sudden introduction into the disability community. Join us for this mind-blowing episode and interview with aeronautical engineer turned inclusive shoe designer Billy Price, as he recalls how a casual conversation at a holiday party turned his world upside down to build a m...
Embrace It: Episode 36 - Lance Johnson, Finding Clarity
October 14, 2022 09:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBWhat’s it like to slowly lose your eyesight and adapt to the world around you? How do the roles and characters we grow up watching on TV play into society's harmful stigmas around disability? Lance Johnson shares this and much more as we discuss his journey with Retinitis Pigmentosa and life as a video editor, podcaster, and content creator in Brooklyn, New York. Follow Lance on Instagram. Check out Lance on YouTube Looking for more great tips, hacks, and blog posts? Visit: Trend-Able.c...
Embrace It: Episode 35 - Alycia Anderson, Disabling Ableism Ⓡ
September 02, 2022 09:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MBAlycia Anderson is a TEDx motivational speaker, corporate Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility consultant, advocate, and the founder & CEO of The Alycia Anderson Company, LLC. With a Master’s Degree in Adapted Physical Activity. Alycia’s authenticity and charisma draw others to learn how to disable ableism across a wide spectrum of areas. In this rich and fun episode, this competitive tennis player, cyclist, identical twin, and a wheelchair user since birth, shares her journey from ...
Embrace It: Episode 34 - Kathy Reagan Young, Life as a Chronicpreneur
August 19, 2022 09:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBKathy Reagan Young, who lives with MS, is leading the disability and chronically ill community into “chronicpreneurship” by turning their lived experiences into income. In September of 2021, she launched Patients Getting Paid, a membership community offering support and training to people in finding and creating flexible, remote work that not only accommodates their health, but generates revenue as well. In this sassy episode, we explore all of the unexpected streams of income and potentia...
10 Hidden Gifts of Disability
July 01, 2022 09:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBAll too often the conversation around disability is focused on the things it takes away—the experiences and activities it excludes us from. In this one-on-one episode, Lainie & Estela break down their top 10 gifts of disability and how each has impacted their life for the better. Join us for this insightful and uplifting conversation aimed to amplify appreciation for your own personal disability journey and gifts! Looking for more great tips, hacks, and blog posts? Visit: Trend-Able.com Fi...
EmBrace It: Episode 33 - 10 Hidden Gifts of Disability
July 01, 2022 09:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBAll too often the conversation around disability is focused on the things it takes away—the experiences and activities it excludes us from. In this one-on-one episode, Lainie & Estela break down their top 10 gifts of disability and how each has impacted their life for the better. Join us for this insightful and uplifting conversation aimed to amplify appreciation for your own personal disability journey and gifts! Looking for more great tips, hacks, and blog posts? Visit: Trend-Able.com Fi...
Embrace It: Episode 32 - Zac Shad, You Are Not Alone
May 27, 2022 09:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBNavigating teenage years can be difficult, especially when you are suddenly diagnosed with a weird-sounding debilitating disease like Charcot-Marie-Tooth. As a 13-year-old Pakistani kid living in the UK, Zac was forced to confront daunting medical predictions, social pressures, harmful stigmas, and his own internal battles. Join us as we hear how Zac pulled himself out of multiple periods of depression and denial and learned to embrace his new life of fitness, connection, and purpose. Get o...
Embrace It: Episode 31 - Dr. Gabrielle Ficchi, How to Raise a Disabled Child
May 06, 2022 09:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBRaised alongside her able-bodied twin and 4 other siblings, Dr. Gabrielle Ficchi shares her powerful story from growing up as a child with Cerebral Palsy to becoming a proud disabled therapist. In this special Mother’s Day episode, Dr. Ficchi shares her deep expertise on how certain parenting styles can help empower children with disabilities. Get out your notepads as we explore what it looks like to raise happy, independent and fulfilled disabled adults! Follow Dr. Ficchi on Instagram. ...
Embrace It: Episode 30 - Dayniah Manderson, The Miseducation of Inclusion
April 08, 2022 09:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBDayniah is a Jamaican immigrant, mother, educator, writer, and activist living with SMA. As a tenured English teacher with over 15 years of teaching experience in New York City public schools, Dayniah uses an electric wheelchair and has been unable to use a restroom at her middle school building in the Bronx for the past 14 years due to the New York City Department of Education (DOE)’s failure to provide a facility that meets her access needs. 30 years after the passage of the Americans ...
Embrace It: Episode 29 - Casey Jourdan, Redefining Resilience
January 12, 2022 03:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBAs an Iraq war veteran, Purple Heart recipient, TEDx speaker, writer, and teacher Casey Jourdan is passionate about helping others shift from surviving to thriving. Casey was a gunner in an Army convoy traveling Baghdad's "suicide ally" when a roadside explosive device rocked her world. The explosion changed her identity forever, transforming her from being an entrepreneurial, athletic, college coed with a nearly photographic memory into a disabled Iraq war veteran flunking out of college ...
Embrace It: Episode 28 - Katina Kontarakis, Love Your Guts
November 28, 2021 23:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBAt 34 years old, Katina found herself hitting rock bottom after a 17 year battle with anorexia & bulimia. After reaching out for help and enrolling in Overeaters Anonymous, she began learning how to eat healthily and reversing years of physical and emotional damage. Today, Katina is a certified nutritionist & Reiki practitioner helping hundreds of people love their guts and heal themselves with food. Join us for this eye-opening conversation jam-packed with practical tips and steps for eati...
Embrace It: Episode 27 - Hiring for Diversity, Arthur Woods & Susanna Tharakan
November 02, 2021 01:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBWe all want to feel safe and seen at our jobs, but how do we build inclusive cultures that reflect the full spectrum of humanity? Arthur Woods & Susanna Tharakan deliver an insightful and practical roadmap in their groundbreaking new book, Hiring for Diversity. Join us as we dive deeper into the current challenges facing the disability community and the steps needed to create impactful change for all types of employees and organizations. Buy 'Hiring for Diversity' on Amazon Connect with A...
Embrace It: Episode 26 - Tovah Fine, You GROW, Girl
October 23, 2021 01:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBWhat can houseplants teach us about processing trauma & disability? Apparently, a whole lot! Tovah Fine is an artist and disability advocate living with Charcot-Marie-Tooth and a knack for turning empty spaces into fern-tastic havens for healing. Join us as we turn over a new leaf and reexamine mobility aids, progression, therapy, and shame. Follow Tovah on IG Visit Friendly Shoes - Use code "EmbraceItFriendly" for 10% off Looking for more great tips, hacks, and blogposts? Visit: Trend-Ab...
Embrace It: Episode 25 - Jillian Curwin, Always Looking Up
September 17, 2021 02:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB"Height is just a number, not a limit." These are the words Jillian Curwin lives by as she navigates the world as a little person with dwarfism. Diagnosed with Achondroplasia at birth, Jillian shares her empowering journey growing up in a world not built to her size and how her advocacy work is breaking barriers on the fashion editorial pages of Vogue Italia & Harpers Bazaar. Join us as we ask some BIG questions and share a few brow-raising stories in this fun and eye-opening episode! Follo...
Embrace It: Episode 24 - Hope Hoffman, Ableism & Hope
August 03, 2021 16:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBAs a lifelong advocate, Hope Hoffman has been writing bills towards inclusion since high school and has gone head-to-head with discriminatory employers. In this candid episode, Hope shares her personal journey growing up with Spina Bifida and the recent amputation of her foot. Don't miss this insightful discussion as we break down the root causes and impact of ableism and dive deeper into the history of the word "handicapped". Follow Hope on IG Looking for more great tips, hacks, and blogp...
Embrace It: Episode 23 - Catarina Rivera, Blindish Latina
July 09, 2021 20:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBCatarina is the daughter of Cuban & Puerto Rican parents and grew up wearing hearing aids from a young age. Just before starting college at the age of 17, she began losing her vision and started a whole new journey as a disabled adult navigating the world on her own. Now she helps others do the same while smashing stigmas and educating individuals and companies about DEI (Disability Equity Inclusion). Join us as we talk about dating, role models, inclusion, and more! Follow Catarina on IG ...
Embrace It: Episode 21 - Paula Carozzo, We Are Not "Broken"
May 20, 2021 16:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBAt the age of 5, Paula Carozzo experienced brain damage during surgery, resulting in Cerebral Palsy. Soon after, her family moved to the US to seek better care and raise their disabled daughter in the best way they knew how. The rest is an empowering and motivating story of Paula's rise to becoming a powerful Disability Advocate, Stylish Brand Ambassador, Model, and Stigma-Crusher! Follow Paula on IG Looking for more great tips, hacks, and blogposts? Visit: Trend-Able.com Find more on ...
Embrace It: Episode 22 - Paula Carozzo, We Are Not "Broken"
May 20, 2021 16:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBAt the age of 5, Paula Carozzo experienced brain damage during surgery, resulting in Cerebral Palsy. Soon after, her family moved to the US to seek better care and raise their disabled daughter in the best way they knew how. The rest is an empowering and motivating story of Paula's rise to becoming a powerful Disability Advocate, Stylish Brand Ambassador, Model, and Stigma-Crusher! Follow Paula on IG Looking for more great tips, hacks, and blogposts? Visit: Trend-Able.com Find more on ...
EmBRACE It: Episode 21 - Know Your Disability Rights, Ashley Jacobson
May 05, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBWhat are our disability rights at work, school & society in general? What happens when a loved one or we require accommodations? What are we entitled to ask for? What do we do if we think we are being discriminated against? When it comes to disability, learning our rights can seem like a daunting and intimidating endeavor. Thankfully, there are passionate and empathetic Disability attorneys like Ashley Jacobson that help us navigate equality and open the doors to inclusion! As a woman liv...
Embrace It: Episode 20 - Daffney Laurito, The Inner Dialogue of a Vintage Nerd
April 05, 2021 21:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBHow does someone face disability and loss early in life while still remaining a daring dreamer with a flair for all things vintage? Daffny Laurito, AKA the Vintage Nerd, gets vulnerable, nostalgic, and real with her empowering journey from an anxious catholic school girl to a bold and stylish disability advocate. Hear Daffny's best practices for glamming up our inner dialogue and timeless tips for exuding confidence from the inside out! Visit: A Vintage Nerd Looking for more great tips, h...
Embrace It: Episode 19 - Cheryl Crow, Getting a Grip
February 27, 2021 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBHow do we get a better grip on life with a chronic illness that affects our hands? Join us with guest and occupational therapist, Cheryl Crow of Arthritis Life. We're talking life hacks, gadgets, motherhood, and why rheumatoid arthritis is not your grandma's arthritis! Visit: Arthritis Life Check out: UnBuckleme Looking for more great tips, hacks and blogposts? Visit: Trend-Able.com Find more on Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) and patient resources on: HNF-cure.org Follow us on IG! @embracei...
Embrace It: Episode 18 - Mindy Scheier, Runway of Dreams
February 18, 2021 04:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBMindy Scheier's journey began when her son Oliver, who has a rare form of Muscular Dystrophy, wanted to wear jeans to school like his friends, but couldn’t manage the buttons or zippers. She realized then that millions of people around the world must also be struggling to access fashionable clothing that meets their needs. She began to envision a world where all styles of clothing were available with modifications that would make them accessible for people with disabilities. After spending...
Embrace It: Episode 17 - How to Stop "Shoulding" Yourself & 9 Other Harmful Thinking Traps
January 23, 2021 21:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBThought distortions (also called cognitive distortions) are negative thoughts that are exaggerated, irrational, skewed, and/or distorted. All of us have them at times and they manifest from our unconscious perceptions & deep seated beliefs. But our thoughts are not facts. We can choose to challenge them & to ultimately change them. But first we have to know what they are. Join us as we breakdown 10 common cognitive distortions & examples of how they may show up in people with disabilities. ...
Embrace It: Episode 16 - Maura Horton, MagnaReady® Inventor & Caregiving Coach
December 13, 2020 05:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBMaura's inspiration for MagnaReady® came one day when she closed her magnetic iPad case, and heard the metal magnet click. If a shirt could open and close the same way, then maybe people living with disabilities, like her husband, could dress themselves independently. Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Maura as she shares her personal journey of taking her adaptive idea all the way from prototypes to major fashion brands, and learn how she became a better caretaker for her husband ...
Embrace It: Episode 15 - Marcela Marañon, The Journey of a Brave Woman
November 13, 2020 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBAt 20 years-old, Peruvian born Marcela Marañon survived a fatal car accident that killed her boyfriend and left her with a lower leg amputated. Now she travels the world alone bringing awareness to accessibility, cutting-edge mobility devices and inclusive fashion! Follow Marcela on IG @thejourneyofabravewoman Learn more & shop Marcela's website Looking for more great tips, hacks and blogposts? Visit: Trend-Able.com Find more info and CMT patient resources on: HNF-cure.org Enjoying our...
Embrace It: Episode 14 - Marisa Hamamoto, So You Think You Can't Dance
October 01, 2020 03:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBMarisa Hamamoto is a stroke survivor, inclusion keynote speaker & performer, and Founder of Infinite Flow, a nonprofit and professional dance company composed of dancers with and without disabilities using dance to inspire inclusion and innovation. Her jaw dropping dance performances have gone viral and have been seen on the Today Show, GMA, PBS, Now This, Upworthy, ABC7 and more. Marisa's story and work is living proof that anyBODY can dance! Follow Infinite Flow on IG @infiniteflowdance...
Embrace It: Episode 13 - Ben Duffy, Take A Look At This Heart
September 11, 2020 02:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBWe’re diving in deep with Ben Duffy, producer and director of Take a Look at This Heart… a powerful film about love, sexuality, and the human bond within the disabled community. It’s a heartfelt journey into the lives of 17 very unique people; some with disabilities and the partners who love them, others struggling to get by in a world that seems to often overlook them. Watch the trailer here! Check out this incredible film on Amazon Prime or iTunes! Watch more of Ben’s films here! Supp...
Embrace It: Episode 12 - Shari Short, Look for the Funny
August 15, 2020 18:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBThey say disability is nothing to laugh at, but for comedian, Shari Short, nothing could be farther from the truth! Long before she was diagnosed with MS, Shari was on a mission to "look for the funny" in everyday life. Now, as a mom living with a disability, her material practically writes itself! From debuting her Storm Trooper leg braces to supporting her Mom's support group, Shari will have you laughing with her on the dark side of disability. For more laughs and videos of Shari, click ...