The Solid Power of Persistence
As I sit down to write today, my thoughts are filled with one word, “persistence”. It’s a term that often feels so overused, yet it is the quiet force that has shaped my life in ways I never expected. Persistence isn’t flashy. It doesn’t demand attention. But it shows up, day after day, no matter […]
Finding Strength, Self-Love, and Unconditional Support in the Most Unconventional Love Story
I never believed in whirlwind romances. I’ve always been the slow-burn type, savoring the slowness and relishing the steady build of momentum. But life, with all its unpredictability, surprised me in the most magical way when I met my partner. Had I not been blind, I might’ve described it as love at first sight. That’s […]
How Lack of Accessibility Creates A Digital Divide
In my most recent post, I talked about the tools and applications that allowed me to fully function and participate in the digital world. If you had the chance to read that blog, you might have noticed I was quite specific with the names and brands I mentioned. The reason for this is simple: not […]
How Technology Enhances My Daily Life as a Blind Professional
As a blind individual, technology has been the biggest enabler in my life, especially through the use of screen readers. My favorite, of course, is the screen reader, which opens up the digital world to me in ways I never thought possible. Whether I’m navigating through websites or interacting with apps, it’s my constant companion. […]
How Screen Readers Empower the Blind to Navigate the Digital World
Have you ever noticed someone swiping or typing on their phone with the device held close to their ear? Or maybe you’ve sat next to someone whose phone screen is completely dark, yet they’re using it anyway. If so, you might have heard a fast-talking, robotic voice coming from their phone. Chances are, these individuals […]
Breaking the Cycle: How Functional Medicine Transformed My Lupus Journey
What is Functional Medicine anyway? It is often referred to as 21st-century medicine. Functional medicine is a holistic approach to health that goes beyond merely treating symptoms; it aims to identify and address the root causes of a problem. Think of it as detective work. Functional medicine examines symptoms but goes deeper to discover why […]
AI and Accessibility: A Helping Hand, When Used Right
For me, AI isn’t just a futuristic concept or a handy tool, it’s like having a personal assistant that supports my learning, creativity, and everyday tasks. But like any tool, it’s powerful only if used properly. AI has the potential to make things more accessible, more efficient, and, importantly, more inclusive. Here’s a peek into […]
Redefining Productivity: How to Balance Health and Work for a Happier You
I’ve never believed that productivity should be measured by the number of hours you work in a day or what time you start and finish. For me, it’s always about the quality of my output. I want to address this because in our culture, especially among the older generation, there’s a perception that if you […]
Navigating Life with Lupus
It is one thing to be blind, but it is an entirely different thing to live with a chronic medical condition on the side. Lupus is an auto-immune condition. It’s when one’s system gets confused who are the good guys and the bad guys, and what it does is it attacks both the good and […]
The Power of Digital Accessibility
When I lost my sight, it was a challenging time that led me through a period of deep reflection. After accepting my new reality, I asked myself, “What comes next?” and “How do I navigate life without sight?” Initially, I turned to Braille, a natural starting point for many blind individuals. But along this journey, […]