There's no getting around it. We all have to go out and about sometimes, which means we have to interact with the general public. This can present its own challenges as there is a lot of misinformation and lack of understanding. Today, April and I will share some stories, thoughts and a few pet peeves  to help you engage with the public in the best way possible!

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Interacting with the General Public as a VIP and Sighted Supporter - Episode 81

If you are a person who's life has been directly affected by physical sight loss, then this is the podcast for you! Whether you are the VIP (Visually Impaired Person) or a Sighted Supporter, LASLR is the place to find encouragement and information on discovering life after sight loss. Join hosts Derek and April as they share their experiences and insights from the last 17+ years of living life with visual impairment. This is more than just how to be blind...it is discovering life!

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Someone told me recently that they were "tired of educating people about sight loss." While I totally understand and can agree with that sentiment, it made me think about the things I wouldn't have known about sight loss without being a VIP myself. So, in today's episode, we thought we'd share a few of those things with you!
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What We Wouldn't Have Known Before Experiencing Sight Loss - Episode #92

Let's face it: no one likes doing household chores. From laundry to taking out the trash, they just aren't all that fun. And, they can be even more difficult after losing your sight. So, on today's episode, we'll share our most loved and hated chores as well as some tips for both the VIP and Sighted Supporter! For full show notes, please visit http://lifeaftersightloss.com/091  Special thanks to our sponsor - Aira. Just visit here to download the app, register and use the service for free! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast! You can do so by going to today's show notes and clicking the buttons under the player for Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, etc. Got Questions? Contact me at the following: Email Facebook Instagram DISCLAIMER: This post may contain affiliate links. If you use this link to sign up for a service or purchase a product, I will get a commission. However, this will not affect the price you pay and may actually save you money depending on the service or product. Thanks for helping support what we do!

Household Chores: Tips on Doing Them After Sight Loss | Episode 91

Whether you have experienced sight loss or not, you are most likely going through a weird time right now with all of this social distancing and isolation. In this episode, we thought we'd share what it's been like for us to encourage you that you are not alone! For full show notes, please visit http://lifeaftersightloss.com/090  Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast! You can do so by going to today's show notes and clicking the buttons under the player for Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, etc. Got Questions? Contact me at the following: Email Facebook Instagram

What Life Has Been Like in Quarantine...I Mean Isolation | Episode #90

I've got a bit of a different episode for you today. It's been a few months since we released an episode, so I thought I'd come on here just to share what's been going on and talk about things. Unfortunately, my wife isn't joining me for this episode, but we plan to get her back "behind the mic" very soon! In the meantime, I hope you enjoy this update. Thanks for listening!

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A Little Bit of a Life Update for You - Episode 89

Experiencing sight loss can cause you to face many different struggles. Today on the podcast, will talk about some common struggles that visually impaired people go through and how that can affect both them and their sighted supporters.

For full show notes, please visit http://lifeaftersightloss.com/088 

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Interacting with the General Public as a VIP and Sighted Supporter - Episode 81

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