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Blindsight explores life through a unique lens, delving into the lived experiences of people navigating blindness, mental health, relationships, and personal growth. Hosted by Bill Lundgren, with Jonathan Price as co-host, the podcast brings insightful discussions on topics that often go unseen. Each episode dives into challenges and triumphs, providing listeners with perspectives on resilience, vulnerability, and authenticity. With expert guests and real-life stories, Blindsight offers a safe space to discuss everything from family dynamics to navigating mental health, making it a must-listen for those seeking understanding and empowerment on the journey of life without sight. This service is made possible by generous donations. Consider supporting us at www.aftersight.org to help keep these resources free. Aftersight also provides free white canes, support groups, and more, all thanks to contributions from our community.2022 Biografías y Memorias Ciencias Sociales Desarrollo Personal Higiene y Vida Saludable Medicina Alternativa y Complementaria Psicología Psicología y Salud Mental Relaciones Éxito Personal
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  • Pens, Pixels & Possibility: Writing Our Way Beyond Limits: Part 2 with Elyse Draper

    Pens, Pixels & Possibility: Writing Our Way Beyond Limits: Part 2 with Elyse Draper
    Aug 8 2025
    Bill Lundgren continues his deep-dive with author and publisher Elyse Draper, exploring how writing can serve as catharsis and empowerment for people with disabilities. They unpack the idea that adaptive technology is simply “tools for the job,” spotlight Elyse’s Super Abled children’s-story app and the VI&B Creatives Workshop, and demystify AI as a creative ally. Practical tips on memoir-style journaling, freewriting without self-censorship, and using AI platforms like Gemini round out an encouraging conversation on turning personal challenges into narrative strength.

    Contact Info
    Elyse Draper — Senior Editor, iPub Cloud
    Email: E.Draper@ipubcloud.org
    Publishing House & Store: https://ipubcloud.org
    VI&B Creatives Workshop: https://viandbcreativesworkshop.com
    Super Abled App: https://super_abled.com

    Aftersight — Non-profit media network
    Phone: (720) 712-8856
    Email: feedback@aftersight.org
    Podcasts & resources: https://aftersight.org/podcast
    Producer Credits: Jonathan Price — Podcast & Program Producer, Aftersight

    Show Credits
    Host: Bill Lundgren
    Guest: Elyse Draper
    Producer: Jonathan Price
    Recording & Post-Production: Aftersight Studios

    Chapter Markers
    00:00 Intro & Part 1 recap
    02:18 “Tools for the job” mindset
    04:44 Launching the Super Abled project
    07:05 First steps for therapeutic writing
    09:26 Introspection through speculative fiction
    11:53 Writing for yourself vs. an audience
    14:21 AI as a creativity partner
    16:29 How to reach Elyse & project links
    18:58 Storytelling, donations, and final takeaways
    20:25 Closing remarks
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    21 m
  • Writing Through the Darkness: Creativity, Mental Health, and Vision Loss (Part 1)

    Writing Through the Darkness: Creativity, Mental Health, and Vision Loss (Part 1)
    Aug 1 2025
    In this emotionally powerful Part 1 episode of Blindsight, Bill Lundgren sits down with Elyse Draper—author, illustrator, and founder of the VI&B Creatives Workshop. Elyse shares her incredible journey from visual artist to writer, and how the onset of vision loss reshaped her life, family dynamics, and identity. Through raw stories of grief, mental health challenges, and creative survival, Elyse invites listeners into a deeper understanding of how art can be a lifeline. The episode explores the origins of VI&B, the importance of peer support in the blind community, and how writing can offer both healing and purpose.
    Come back next week for Part 2 of this inspiring conversation.
    At the end of the episode, Jonathan Price shares details about the upcoming Audio Trekkers Hike on September 13th—an inclusive outdoor experience for the blind and low-vision community and their supporters.

    📞 Contact Information
    Aftersight Website: https://aftersight.org
    Hike Details: https://aftersight.org/hike
    Email: feedback@aftersight.org
    Phone: (720) 712-8856

    ⏱️ Chapter Markers
    00:00 – Welcome to Blindsight
    01:30 – Elyse’s journey from visual arts to writing
    04:45 – Diagnosis, grief, and writing as catharsis
    09:25 – Building VI&B: A platform for blind creatives
    13:15 – Blindness and the new language of art
    18:20 – Accessibility innovations driven by disability
    23:00 – Career gaps for creatives with disabilities
    27:45 – Hike announcement and closing remarks
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    30 m
  • A is For Anger

    A is For Anger
    Jul 25 2025
    Bill and Samantha unpack the stigma around anger and the broader emotional experience for people with low vision or blindness. Samantha shares her unconventional entry into vision-loss counseling through the Tampa Lighthouse for the Blind, emphasizes that clients with low vision are “just people,” and highlights grief as a common—but not universal—theme. Together they challenge prejudices (sighted vs. blind therapists), explore the “anger umbrella” of nuanced emotions, and offer concrete techniques for naming, expressing, and managing feelings—especially when visual cues are absent. The conversation closes with practical strategies: emotional granularity (using an “emotion wheel”), clear verbal check‑ins (“What’s happening in the room?”), and personalized coping routines (naming the feeling, walking away, sensory resets).

    Key Themes:
    Grief and loss in vision change
    Bias toward/against blind or sighted therapists
    Anger as an umbrella emotion vs. specific labels
    Gender and family conditioning around emotion
    Teaching children emotional language early
    Safety and expressing anger without visual feedback
    Coping strategies: name it, take space, regulate
    Emotional granularity & the Emotion Wheel
    Therapy as education: “You don’t know what you don’t know”

    Actionable Tips:
    Name precisely: Go beyond “angry” to “hurt,” “threatened,” “frustrated,” etc.
    State & step back: “I’m angry; I need 30 minutes. I’ll come back.”
    Ask for context: If you can’t see reactions, verbalize: “What’s happening in the room? How are you feeling?”
    Build a coping menu: Music, walk, shower, time with guide dog—experiment and codify what works.
    Use an Emotion Wheel: Improves emotional regulation and communication.

    Guest Contact:
    Website: https://tideschangingtherapy.com
    Email: samantha@tideschangingtherapy.com
    Instagram: @tideschangingtherapy
    Aftersight Feedback / Inquiries: feedback@aftersight.org

    Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.

    2. Chapter Markers (mm:ss – one line each)
    00:00 – Intro & Welcome
    01:00 – Samantha’s Path: Tampa Lighthouse & Finding a Calling
    02:14 – Serving Clients in Florida and Colorado
    04:16 – “Same People, Different Experiences”: Grief & Vision Loss
    06:43 – Bias Toward Sighted vs. Blind Therapists
    08:35 – Challenging Prejudice and Affirming Capability
    10:54 – Setting Up Today’s Focus: Anger
    12:34 – Defining Anger & The Umbrella of Emotions
    14:44 – Gender, Family Messages, and Suppressed Feelings
    16:59 – Teaching Emotional Language to Children
    19:27 – Expressing Anger Safely with Limited Visual Cues
    21:52 – Coping Strategies: Naming, Walking Away, Reset
    24:14 – Anger ≠ Aggression: Normalizing the Feeling
    26:13 – Navigating Others’ Reactions Without Sight
    28:43 – Communication: “What’s Going On in the Room?”
    29:52 – Therapy, Learning, and Transforming Patterns
    32:01 – Emotional Granularity & The Emotion Wheel
    34:25 – From Core Emotions to Nuanced Expression
    36:49 – Reframing Emotions: We Feel Before We Think
    39:16 – Practical Tips & Verbal Validation
    41:43 – Guest Contact Info, Wrap‑Up & Closing
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    43 m
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Bill Lundgren is the real deal. As a blind man dispensing advice on health and wellness for the low-vision/blind population, I trust him with my four good senses. He is a warm, good-humored professional and I suggest that every person with visual challenges should listen to his wisdom.

I trust Bill

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Bill totally bridges the gap between blindness and mental health.. an angle that is not addressed enough!
Great podcast!!

Great podcast for those with disabilities

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