Today the theme of cognitive load associated with low vision when interacting with the world continues. However, the focus has shifted from describing and questioning the problem to giving two simple real-world examples where a slight change from motorists could make a big difference to someone with low vision. Last week I posted a story... Continue Reading →
How I see it …. self and societal expectations in relation to equity
Today has been a long day that has caused me to reflect on the influence of disability on work-life balance and the societal expectations and the impact these have on our ability to achieve sustainably. I will give a background and a fur baby story to set the scene. I have been quite sick with... Continue Reading →
How I see it … finding the best, replacing them and realising you are promoting a societal stereotype
When some of my acquaintances lose a pair of sunglasses, I hear the phrase, “I will just buy another cheap pair...”. I wish it was that easy and didn’t involve navigating a stereotype. Over a week ago, I misplaced (likely on the bus) my sunglasses. I did the usual things like phone the bus company... Continue Reading →
How I see it … societal assumptions
I hope others learn from the stories and reflections I share on this page. With this in mind, I would like to share a story from last week to illustrate how societal assumptions affect individuals and influence others. This started with a bus journey. On the way home from work, Guide Dog Sienna and I... Continue Reading →