In the tenth episode of Legally Blonde & Blind, Marissa discusses how inspiration porn and other narratives surrounding disability made it challenging for her to share her story. She’ll then share some writing, editing, and brainstorming tips she’s gathered along the way.

Connect with Blonde & Blind!

Website  - https://www.blondeblind.com/ 

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/blondeblindgirl/ 

Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/legallybb/?locale=sq_AL 

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/blonde-blind 

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJz_ng0bHVm0s33plEl5Kpg 
X - https://twitter.com/marissa_nissley

Key Points:

2:30 - Inspiration for Episode

5:33 - Why is writing about disability challenging?

5:56 - Inspiration Porn

9:55 - Lack of Representation

11:04 - Are my challenges significant enough?

12:28 - Will I have an unfair advantage?

14:56 - Should you disclose your disability in your college application?

21:15 - Essay Writing Tips!

Resources & Transcript - https://www.blondeblind.com/post/10-sharing-my-story-writing-about-blindness-and-disability