In this episode of Navigating Life with Vision Loss, host Kim Wardlow welcomes Bill Lundgren back to discuss strategies for staying connected with loved ones during the holiday season. They explore how vision loss impacts relationships, share insights on overcoming barriers, and discuss the importance of communication, setting boundaries, and embracing technology to maintain meaningful connections.

Kim also expresses gratitude to all who donated on Colorado Gives Day, emphasizing the support it provides for Aftersight's programs, including virtual book clubs, peer support groups, and white cane distribution.

Chapter Markers:

00:05 - Welcome to Navigating Life with Vision Loss

02:21 - Vision loss and its impact on relationships

04:25 - Circles of connection: Maintaining relationships

06:42 - Asking for help: Changing perspectives

10:21 - Overcoming internal barriers to connection

12:41 - Initiating and deepening relationships

17:03 - Balancing effort in relationships

18:48 - Using technology to stay connected

21:02 - Adapting to changing relationships

25:08 - Levels of intimacy and connection

27:36 - Choosing which relationships to nurture

30:02 - Closing thoughts and upcoming episodes

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