The Curious Introvert
A weekly podcast covering societal taboos & cultural blind spots. Join host Meredith Hackwith Edwards as she deep dives with curiosity & nuance into philosophy, society & culture with expert guests.
Episodes frequently feature philosophers, researchers, historians & journalists.
The Curious Introvert
Ep. 83 | Wheelchair Gym? Competition, Comparison & Identity
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Tara Blackwell was paralyzed from the chest down in an accident at softball practice in college. In this episode, she shares how her athletic mindset was the foundation to her identity as she transitioned from patient to athlete again after her accident. She also shares how her desire to cultivate a rich quality of life for herself & others inspired her to open an adaptive gym, The 7 Project.
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