Insights & Sound Bites
Insights & Sound Bites
Listen in as people facing vision loss share their insights about what has helped them cope and adjust. To listen to this show on the telephone, call (847) 558-1317.To share your insights, just leave us a message on our Insights & Sound Bites podcast voicemail by calling (847) 512-4867. Or, select the "Submit your insights" button below to record right from this web page or use your smartphone or computer to record yourself and email it to [email protected]. 
"You're not defeated if you ask for help"
Rebecca was used to handling things on her own, but vision loss brought anger, frustration, and challenges she hadn't expected. Over time, she found a different way forward, making room for the hard days, accepting help, and finding people who understood.
Aug 27
"I can make my life as full and rich as I possibly can"
As her vision changed, Martha worried her world might start getting smaller. But a trip reminded her that she didn't have to give up the things she loved. Turns out, asking for a little help can take you a long way.
Aug 13
"I know I'm capable, but I find myself getting frustrated"
Vision loss doesn't always happen all at once. For Kara, it keeps changing, which means she's constantly figuring out what she can and can't do. Hear how she's learning to adjust, deal with the frustrations, and take each day as it comes.
Jul 30
"I needed to share with people that I trusted"
For Carolyn, connecting with people has always come naturally. When vision loss made it harder to recognize faces, she worried about missing those everyday connections. Hear how speaking up about her vision helped others understand what she needed.
Jul 16
"You don't know it all."
A close call on a walk changed the way Lance thinks about living with vision loss. It reminded him to stay open, keep learning, and keep moving forward.
Jul 2
"It was something I had to do"
For Dottie, losing her vision meant giving up many things, and there was one farewell that hit especially hard. But after making a difficult choice to let go of something she loved, Dottie found a new perspective on what she had lost—and gained.
Jun 18
"I still have value"
Linda always imagined retirement would mean doing the volunteer work she loved, but after losing her eyesight, she thought that chapter of her life was over. Then one memorable hospital visit reminded her she still had exactly what people needed.
Jun 4
"It's finding people that do understand"
As Mary's vision worsened, the life she'd always known began slipping out of reach. She wasn't sure where to turn or what might help. But a chance meeting changed things for her in ways she now hopes to pass on.
May 21
"I listen for the hope"
When Susan began losing vision, she grew fearful about the future. But she found a source of hope and courage.
Apr 30
"What can I do?"
Early in her journey with vision loss, Char was bitter and angry at the world. But one day, a heartfelt conversation helped her turn a corner and, as she put it, "look at vision loss through different eyes."
Apr 16
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