In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Rarely Typical, I sit down with one of my best friends, Sarah Evans—an osteosarcoma survivor and amputee—to talk about what it’s like living with a visible disability versus an invisible one.

We unpack the unique challenges and misconceptions that come with both experiences—from stares and assumptions to being overlooked entirely. Whether your illness is visible or not, there's a shared emotional weight and societal misunderstanding that connects us.

We talk about advocacy, friendship, and how important it is to give others grace—because disability doesn't look one way. This episode is full of honesty, laughter, and a reminder that no matter how different our diagnoses may be, the need to feel seen and understood is universal.

🎧 Listen if you’ve ever felt misunderstood in your illness or want to better understand the people around you.

Key Topics:

* Visible vs. invisible disability dynamics

* Navigating daily life as a survivor and patient

* Learning to own your story unapologetically

* The power of community and friendship

Resources & Links:

* Move United

* Global Genes – Rare Disease Support

* NORD – National Organization for Rare Disorders

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