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Chapter 28 Conversation – Courage, Celebration, and Taking the Next Step | Embracing Your Different Ability®

December 14, 2025 • Katey Fortun • Season 6 • Episode 255

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In this final episode of The Different Ability® Podcast for Season 6, Katey reflects on Chapter 28 of Embracing Your Different Ability®, sharing the courage it took to be vulnerable, the mix of emotions she experienced finishing the book, and the practical lessons she’s learned along the way. She discusses how to navigate fear, self-doubt, and external labels while celebrating accomplishments and embracing unique abilities.

Katey offers advice for anyone working toward big goals, including strategies for overcoming obstacles, building a supportive community, and taking the first step toward believing in yourself. She also shares her vision for the Different Ability® brand and encourages listeners to continue advocating, dreaming, and using their voices to make an impact.

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Thank you for joining us for Season 6 of The Different Ability® Podcast. This season has been a journey through personal stories, advocacy, and growth, and we hope it inspires you to embrace your own unique abilities. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast, because there may be bonus episodes in the future with even more insights, stories, and actionable advice for your journey.

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