Category: Reflections

Thoughts and stories about how we can build a more inclusive world through empathy, creativity and thoughtful design.

  • 3,019 Steps: A Comeback Nearly Two Decades in the Making

    On Wednesday, June 4th, I hit a milestone that, for years, I honestly thought would be impossible: I walked 3,019 steps in a single day. That number might not sound like much to most people. In fact, if you look at any fitness tracker, it’s less than the daily average. But for me, it’s a…

  • A Step Closer to Myself: Learning to Trust My Body Again

    Friday, May 16 turned out to be the high point of my entire week—a day I’m still replaying in my head, hours later. If you’ve ever had one of those experiences that makes you feel like you’re finally breaking through a wall you’ve been banging your head against, you’ll get it. That was me, all…

  • From 90% to 20%: Celebrating Progress with the Atalante X

    Yesterday, Wednesday, May 7, 2023, I had my weekly session walking with Wandercraft’s Atalante X exoskeleton, and this one felt like a real breakthrough. The day didn’t exactly start out stress-free. After a long drive packed with traffic, I arrived just minutes before my session was supposed to begin. Honestly, I worried that rushing in…