Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong
Everything You Know About Disability Is Wrong
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Pamela Schuller on Mastering the Balance between Vulnerability, Comedy, and Advocacy | Episode 15
1 hour 2 minutes Posted Nov 12, 2024 at 2:00 pm.
Challenging stereotypes.14:27 Humor fosters resilience.17:37 Goals: laughter and inclusivity.30:53 Accepting emotions reduces judgment.43:45 Tourette's and performance.Connect with Pamela SchullerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelaschuller Website: https://pamelacomedy.com/
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Humor is a bridge to understanding; it transforms conversations about disability into moments of connection.Pamela Schuller is a passionate disability advocate and stand-up comedian. Pamela shares her journey with Tourette syndrome and how humor has helped her tackle tough conversations about disabilities.Pamela opens up about finding the right balance between vulnerability and oversharing, the challenges of accommodating disabilities in public spaces, and her unexpected shift from stand-up to storytelling. Pamela discusses the impact of her experiences on her mission to create more inclusive environments.Key Moments08:05 Challenging stereotypes.14:27 Humor fosters resilience.17:37 Goals: laughter and inclusivity.30:53 Accepting emotions reduces judgment.43:45 Tourette's and performance.Connect with Pamela SchullerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelaschuller Website: https://pamelacomedy.com/