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When you are blind or partially sighted, many people believe your options are limited. However, we believe the possibilities are limitless! Brought to you by Blind Beginnings, the Limitless podcast will inform, entertain, and provide insight and interviews on many diverse topics and with many interesting people. With every episode you will see that the opportunities for people who are blind or partially sighted are truly ... limitless!
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Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
Episode 220 - Kristin Smedley & The Thriving Blind Academy
In this episode, Shawn sits down with Kristin Smedley, founder of Thriving Blind Academy, author, and mother of two blind sons. Kristin shares her transformative journey from struggling with her sons' blindness to becoming a passionate advocate for the blindness community and her creation of the Thriving Blind Academy. She reveals her groundbreaking "THRIVER Formula" - a powerful approach to overcoming limitations and building confidence. Through personal stories, including her sons' achievements, Kristin challenges stereotypes and demonstrates how blindness can be a pathway to limitless possibilities.
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Thriving Blind Academy
https://thrivingblindacademy.org/
"What I Can Be Is Up to Me"
https://thrivingblindacademy.org/childrensbook
Blind Beginnings’ mission is to inspire children and youth who are blind or partially sighted and their families through diverse programs, experiences, counseling and peer support, and opportunities to create fulfilling lives. Visit us online at www.blindbeginnings.ca to find out more.
6 months ago
Wow!! Just came back to listening to podcasts. What an episode! Kristin is a powerhouse. So inspiring! Thanks for sharing Shawn! Keep up your amazing work!