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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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  • Sharing Your Story With the World -- Bethany Joy Boring

    Sharing Your Story With the World -- Bethany Joy Boring
    Nov 21 2025
    Part 4 of the “Telling Your Story” series explores the moment after you’ve shared your story with a few trusted people—and what it takes to move from private courage to public confidence. Bill and Bethany dive into shame, identity, pride, and the fear of “sticking out,” unpacking how those internal battles shape the way people with blindness show up in the world.
    The conversation moves through humor, hard truths, and deeply human stories—from awkward cane moments and guide-dog pride to skydiving, kitchen mishaps, and falling off stages. Bill reflects on learning to speak to thousands without knowing it, and Bethany shares the tension of wanting to inspire but not wanting to be an “inspiration story.”
    Together, they break down:
    Why sharing your story helps you reclaim your identity
    How to deal with misunderstanding, awkward interactions, and unwanted “help”
    Why shame often shows up for blind and low-vision people—and how to push back
    The difference between doing life differently and being “less than”
    How humor becomes a powerful tool to open people up
    Why everyday moments—helping your kids with homework, hiking with a guide dog, navigating a picnic—are the real stages you stand on
    Why connecting with others who “get it” matters to your confidence and resilience
    This episode encourages listeners to embrace their story, share it boldly (even when it’s uncomfortable), and recognize that everyday courage creates real change.
    Contact Info
    Guest / Co-Host
    Bethany Joy Boring
    Aftersight
    Website: aftersight.org
    Email for guest inquiries: jonathan@aftersight.org
    Phone: 720-712-8856
    Producer Credits
    Produced by Jonathan Price, Podcast & Program Producer at Aftersight.

    Show Credits
    Host: Bill Lundgren
    Co-Host: Bethany Joy Boring
    Producer: Jonathan Price
    An Aftersight Original Podcast

    Chapter Markers
    00:00 — Opening & Recap of the Series
    01:48 — Sharing Your Story Beyond Close Friends
    03:50 — Hurtful Comments, Vulnerability, and Identity
    05:30 — Humor as a Tool for Comfort and Connection
    07:48 — Finding Language to Explain Vision Loss
    09:40 — Bill’s Early Podcast Nerves & Learning New Tech
    11:30 — Realizing Your Story Reaches the World
    13:00 — Shame, Pride, and “Doing Things Differently”
    15:20 — Basketball, Muscle Memory & Challenging Assumptions
    17:45 — Everyday Moments as Your “Podium”
    20:10 — Cane Shame, Guide Dogs & Accepting Visibility
    22:39 — Advocating for Yourself Without Apology
    24:20 — Pain, Triumphs & Why Both Matter
    26:25 — Hikes, Helpfulness & When Others Get in the Way
    28:40 — The Universal Language of Struggle
    30:15 — Using Technology to Connect With Family
    32:10 — Educating the Public (Even When You’re Tired)
    34:00 — Healthy Boundaries, “Hug Reflex,” and Self-Advocacy
    36:10 — Building a Circle That Stays at the Table
    38:00 — Everyday Courage & Living Life Differently
    41:05 — Closing Reflections on Storytelling and Connection
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    49 m
  • Shut Up (Kindly) and Listen: Active Listening, Safe Storytelling, and Communication in the Blind Community

    Shut Up (Kindly) and Listen: Active Listening, Safe Storytelling, and Communication in the Blind Community
    Nov 14 2025
    Episode Summary
    This episode of Blindsight takes a deep dive into one of the most essential yet difficult skills in mental and emotional health: active listening. Host Bill Lundgren and returning guest-turned-co-host Bethany Joy Boring explore how silence, curiosity, and emotional safety shape meaningful connection—especially within the blind and low-vision community, where non-visual cues and communication dynamics differ from the sighted world.
    Bill and Bethany demonstrate a live role-play showing how quickly conversation can derail when someone asserts dominance, makes assumptions, or stops listening. They break down the moment tension begins, the bodily sensations that signal emotional shifts, and the way triggers—both spoken and unspoken—shape responses.

    Listeners learn:
    Why silence can be a powerful connector rather than something to fear
    How to approach storytelling only with people who feel safe
    How to gently redirect when someone interrupts, overpowers, or shifts the focus
    The emotional cost of constantly “filling space” when you are blind or hard of hearing
    How to identify your “marble jar people” (those who can hold your real story)
    The importance of permission: knowing when someone wants listening, guidance, or simply presence
    This conversation is honest, practical, and deeply human—offering strategies for better communication, better boundaries, and better emotional awareness.

    Contact Info
    Guest / Co-Host
    Bethany Joy Boring — Mental Health Consultant & Author
    Aftersight
    Website: aftersight.org
    Feedback & questions: feedback@aftersight.org
    Phone: (720) 712-8856
    Producer
    Jonathan Price — Podcast & Program Producer, Aftersight
    jonathan@aftersight.org

    Show Credits
    Host: Bill Lundgren
    Co-Host: Bethany Joy Boring
    Producer: Jonathan Price
    An Aftersight Original Podcast

    4) Chapter Markers
    00:00 — Opening & Topic Introduction
    01:12 — Why Active Listening Is Hard Today
    02:40 — Role-Play: When Communication Breaks Down
    04:52 — Identifying the Moment Tension Begins
    07:18 — How Body Signals Warn Us Early
    09:40 — Practicing Awareness Before Hard Conversations
    12:14 — The Listener’s Job: Curiosity, Not Assumption
    14:22 — Staying Calm When Conversations Escalate
    16:47 — How Vocabulary Changes Emotional Tone
    18:56 — Safety, Storytelling, and Permission
    21:11 — “I’m With You”: The Power of Silent Presence
    23:18 — Bill’s Example: Silence as Support
    25:32 — Why Silence Scares Us
    27:46 — Protecting Yourself When You Can’t See/Hear
    30:05 — When Pretending to Be OK Becomes Default
    32:31 — How to Ask: “Do You Want Listening or Advice?”
    34:53 — Not Everyone Is a Safe Person, and That’s OK
    36:58 — Responding When Someone Minimizes Your Story
    39:22 — Setting Boundaries Gently
    41:32 — You Don’t Have to Stay in Unsafe Conversations
    43:54 — Circles of Intimacy & “Marble Jar People”
    46:16 — Sharing Vulnerability Only With the Right People
    48:14 — Your Story Matters
    50:40 — Closing Reflections & Next Episode Teaser
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    53 m
  • Storytime for Grown-Ups: Who’s Safe to Listen? Bethany Joy Boring Episode 2

    Storytime for Grown-Ups: Who’s Safe to Listen? Bethany Joy Boring Episode 2
    Nov 7 2025
    Episode Summary
    Part Two moves from private reflection to sharing your story with someone else. Bill and Bethany cover how to choose a slice of your story, when to share, and how to assess whether a listener is safe. They model practical tactics: make the story linear by writing or recording, start imperfectly, use an “appreciation anchor” to regulate when emotions spike, and share in proportion to the relationship’s intimacy. They introduce the “Four S’s” for evaluating safe listeners (Seen, Safe, Secure, Soothing) and demonstrate how to ask for what you need (“do you want suggestions or listening?”). Exercise 2 focuses on identifying safe people and practicing gratitude with one of them.

    Exercise 2 — Defining Safe People (on-air reference)
    Purpose: Identify people who can hold your story without judgment.
    Steps:
    • List three people you talk to most often.
    • For each, note: Do they listen without fixing? Do they respect confidentiality? Do I feel calmer afterward?
    • Rank them for emotional safety.
    • Pick one and thank them for being a safe presence.
    Reflection: “What qualities make me feel safest — and how can I model them?”

    Contact Info
    Guest: Bethany Joy Boring — Speaker, coach, group facilitator
    Aftersight: aftersight.org | feedback@aftersight.org | (720) 712-8856
    Producer: Jonathan Price, Podcast & Program Producer, Aftersight — jonathan@aftersight.org

    Show Credits
    Host: Bill Lundgren
    Guest: Bethany Joy Boring
    Series: Blindsight — Telling Your Story
    Production: Aftersight Originals
    Producer: Jonathan Price
    Recording and post: Aftersight Audio Team

    Chapter Markers
    00:00 — Cold open and setup
    02:24 — Pick a slice: what and why to share
    04:44 — Permission to start imperfectly
    06:44 — From circular thoughts to linear drafts
    09:08 — Choose a safe place to create
    11:32 — Naming emotions; IFS curiosity over control
    13:51 — You decide pace and boundaries
    16:17 — Body as protector; respecting limits
    18:29 — Perspective shifts over time
    20:16 — Imagery, low vision, and getting “unstuck”
    22:41 — Appreciation anchor as safety net
    25:03 — Right-size the share for the relationship
    27:32 — Levels of intimacy as guide rails
    31:43 — The Four S’s: Seen, Safe, Secure, Soothing
    34:47 — Rehearsing stories builds resilience
    37:01 — Authenticity on stage and in life
    39:30 — Fixing vs listening; set expectations
    41:55 — The power of shared silence
    43:47 — Validate first; advice later
    46:11 — Ask for what you need explicitly
    48:13 — Model the behavior you want
    50:13 — Practice listening; it’s a skill
    53:44 — Vulnerability with progressive loss
    56:09 — Invite others into your story
    57:58 — Final takeaways and next steps
    60:08 — Outro and resources
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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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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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