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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].

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Strength in Asking

2026/11/05

Moving to New York City and becoming comfortable using a white cane helped Nisha see asking for help differently and opened the door to unexpected connections with others.

Making Peace with What You Can't Control

2026/10/22

After years of living with vision loss, Bill talks about the anger and frustration he felt, how it affected his family, and what's helped him become more patient and accepting of the things he can't change.

"It's more comfortable talking to others that understand"

2026/09/24

When Terry lost more of her vision, it took time to come to terms with what was happening. Talking with others who understand what she's going through has made it easier to open up and find her way forward.

"It's not just happening to me"

2026/09/10

As Patricia's vision changed, doing things on her own became harder, and at times she felt like no one really understood. Connecting with others going through many of the same things helped her feel less alone and more like herself again.

"You're not defeated if you ask for help"

2026/08/27

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.

"I can make my life as full and rich as I possibly can"

2026/08/13

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.

"I know I'm capable, but I find myself getting frustrated"

2026/07/30

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.

"I needed to share with people that I trusted"

2026/07/16

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.

"You don't know it all."

2026/07/02

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.

"It was something I had to do"

2026/06/18

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.

"I still have value"

2026/06/04

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.

"It's finding people that do understand"

2026/05/21

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.

"I listen for the hope"

2026/04/30

When Susan began losing vision, she grew fearful about the future. But she found a source of hope and courage.

"What can I do?"

2026/04/16

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."

"It's something that carries me through the emotions when it's hard."

2026/04/02

The impact vision loss had on Todd's life was profound. Through cycles of anger and depression, he often took it out on those who cared most about him. Then he started channeling those emotions into a new activity, and that made all the difference for him and his family.