Life With a Difference
A space to celebrate and empower individuals with visible differences.
Through my work as a patient advocate I've had the privilege of meeting so many incredible people with stories that I believe we could all benefit from hearing.
This podcast aims to share those stories, experiences, and journeys of those living with unique appearances. Through candid conversations and inspiring interviews, we aim to challenge stereotypes, foster understanding, increase empathy and kindness and build a community where everyone feels seen and heard.
Join us as we explore topics ranging from self-acceptance and advocacy to the everyday triumphs and challenges faced by our guests. Whether you have a visible difference or simply want to learn more, you’re invited to be part of our conversation and discover the beauty in diversity.
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Life With a Difference
Life with Sturge-Weber: Chelsey Peat
In this conversation, Chelsey Peat discusses the challenges and experiences of living with a visible difference, including the impact on mental health, relationships, and advocacy. Chelsey shares her personal journey, from facing mortality at a young age to navigating school and workplace discrimination. They emphasise the importance of support systems, self-advocacy, and the need for greater awareness and acceptance of visible differences in society.
Please consider following/subscribing to help me build a platform to better advocate for people with visible differences.
Episode Links:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chelseypeat/?hl=en
https://faceequalityinternational.org
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Two-Sides-Face-Journey-Syndrome/dp/0228831679
https://chelseypeat.wordpress.com/blog/
Chapters:
00:00 Facing Mortality and Early Challenges
02:48 The Journey of Self-Acceptance
06:13 The Importance of Support Systems
08:59 Navigating Childhood and School Life
11:50 Health Struggles and Medical Interventions
15:10 The Impact of Bullying and Social Isolation
18:03 Reflections on Healthcare Experiences
20:53 Teenage Years and the Cruelty of Peers
36:24 Navigating Adolescence with a Visible Difference
39:47 The Impact of Social Media on Self-Image
44:47 Challenges in the Workplace
48:37 The Journey of Self-Acceptance and Love
53:54 Motherhood and Advocacy
01:00:07 Workplace Bullying and Discrimination
01:02:58 The Need for Inclusion in DEI Conversations
01:09:03 Empathy and Understanding in Society
Social media:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifewithadifferencepodcast/
TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifewithadifference
Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-collinson/
Blog:
https://www.lifewithadifference.info/
Please get in touch if I can help in any way