Blog Category
Sharing what I’ve learned about accessibility, technology, and everyday independence.
Category: Reflections
Thoughts and stories about how we can build a more inclusive world through empathy, creativity and thoughtful design.
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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…
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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…
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Small Victories: A Personal Milestone in Rehabilitation
Yesterday, Wednesday, April 30th, marked a breakthrough in my rehabilitation journey that I had to share. During my weekly session with the Atalante X robotic assistance system, I started at 50% support, down from my initial 80-90% when I began this journey. But the real victory? I managed to decrease support to 30% on my…