Navigating Disability
What if the conversation around disability focused on possibility instead of limitation?
Welcome to the Navigating Disability Podcast Show, hosted by Kate Read, a passionate advocate dedicated to changing the narrative around “normal” and “ability.”
Each week, Kate sits down with inspiring guests to explore lived experiences, expert insights, practical advice, and powerful stories from across the disability community. From advocacy and education to honest discussions about systems, supports, and real-life challenges, this podcast is about helping people feel informed, empowered, and connected.
Whether you’re living with disability, supporting a family member, working in the sector, or wanting to better understand the journey — this podcast is for you.
So get ready to be inspired, informed, and reminded that you are not navigating this journey alone.
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Navigating Disability
The Reality of Invisible Disability: Chanelle’s Journey to Self-Love
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What happens when you live with a disability no one can see, and few believe?
In this deeply moving episode of Navigating Disability, Chanelle Morris shares her powerful journey from shame and silence to self-acceptance and advocacy. Born with only 30% vision and legally blind in one eye, Chanelle’s condition remains undiagnosed and invisible to the world around her. Growing up, she felt forced to hide her struggles, enduring judgment, disbelief, and isolation.
At her lowest point, housebound, overwhelmed by anxiety, and disconnected from herself, Chanelle made a radical decision: to fly solo to New Zealand. That trip became her turning point. Through asking for help, embracing vulnerability, and learning to love her differences, Chanelle stepped into her power.
Hosts Kate Read and Jenn Abbott explore the emotional toll of invisible disability and how shifting your mindset can transform your life. Chanelle’s story is a reminder that you don’t need a diagnosis to deserve compassion, accommodation, and joy.
🎧 Listen now and share this episode with anyone who needs to hear: you are not broken, and you are not alone.
⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode discusses themes of anxiety, mental health struggles, and social isolation.
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