Guest: Charles-Edouard Catherine, VP of Corporate and Government Relations for the National Organization on Disability.
Topic: Parenting and disability
Issues: Navigating family life with a disability requires proactive preparation and support; parents with disabilities can face unique challenges in caregiving roles; children can be surprisingly accepting and adaptable to disabilities in their parents; respecting a person’s autonomy is crucial when offering help to those with disabilities; blindness can shape one’s identity and experience of the world; adaptive sports can foster pride and confidence in individuals with disabilities; children learn empathy and acceptance through interactions with those with disabilities; effective communication about disabilities involves being genuine and open to learning; blind soccer is a unique adaptation of traditional soccer for visually impaired players; echo location is a critical skill for success in blind soccer. For more info, visit: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCATTuzz8ew1r_eumY4khzUQ
Guest: Mark Gogolewski, author of How to Be Okay (When You’re Supposed to Be Okay But You’re Not)
Topic: From Struggle to Strength: Understanding Men’s Mental Health
Issues: Mental health awareness is crucial, especially for men; hidden suffering is a common issue among men; vulnerability can lead to unexpected support from loved ones; addiction often stems from a desire to cope with deeper issues; self-forgiveness is essential for healing and growth; community support plays a vital role in recovery; medication can be a helpful tool in managing addiction; finding normalcy can be challenging for those with mental health struggles; the journey to being ‘okay’ is ongoing and requires effort; helping others can enhance one’s own sense of well-being. To contact Mark or find out more, visit: https://www.markgogolewski.com/
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