Episode Summary

In this episode of Navigating Life with Vision Loss, host Kim Wardlow continues the Safety Series by exploring how emotional, physical, and spiritual safety impact relationships. Joined by Bill Lundgren, host of Blindsight and longtime mental health advocate, the discussion dives deep into what it means to make wise relationship choices—from family and workplace connections to romantic and community relationships.

Listeners will learn how to:

Identify the difference between safe and unsafe relationships.

Recognize subtle signs of emotional or spiritual harm.

Build boundaries rooted in self-respect and self-love.

Cultivate supportive mentors and healthy allies.

Balance independence with interdependence in romantic and social contexts.

Bill also leads a reflective exercise on embracing yourself and trusting your instincts, reminding listeners that self-love is the first form of safety. The episode closes with encouragement to build a “circle of light”—a community of people who see, support, and respect you for who you are.

Contact Info

For questions or comments, email: [email protected]

Phone: (720) 712-8856

Website: www.aftersight.org

Producer:

Jonathan Price — Podcast & Program Producer, Aftersight

Show Credits

Host: Kim Wardlow

Guest: Bill Lundgren

Producer: Jonathan Price

Navigating Life with Vision Loss is an Aftersight Original Podcast, created to inform, empower, and connect the blind and low vision community.

Chapter Markers

00:00 — Welcome and Series Recap

02:17 — Defining Safety in Relationships

05:27 — The Importance of Self-Love

07:13 — Trusting Instincts and Inner Wisdom

08:23 — Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Safety

12:50 — Family and Sibling Dynamics

17:14 — Finding Safe Support Beyond Family

19:32 — Safety and Mentorship in the Workplace

26:15 — Building Trust and Setting Boundaries

28:34 — Safety in Romantic Relationships

33:47 — Maintaining Independence and Balance

36:08 — Respect and Equality in Relationships

40:40 — Family Rules and Couples Communication

43:34 — Healthy Communication and Growth

48:16 — Closing Thoughts and Colorado Gives Day Message