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Weaving a Life of Meaning, One Thread at a Time
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In this powerful episode of See the Able, Looking Beyond the Label, we sit down with Isaac Lau—a multilingual artist, vegan advocate, and disability rights champion—whose story is as vibrant and layered as the kumihimo braids he weaves. Born with cerebellar ataxia and told he wouldn’t live past 14, Isaac has spent his life proving that labels and limitations don’t define him.Now 43 and thriving, Isaac shares how he found his voice through language, his passion through weaving, and his purpose through advocacy. From growing up receiving special education services to becoming a teaching assistant and receiving his Eagle Scout award—his journey is filled with perseverance, creativity, and quiet power.We talk about his experiences navigating physical challenges, embracing veganism for the planet and the animals, and mastering multiple languages. Isaac also reflects on the importance of slowing down, presuming competence, and why he believes every person is a thread in a beautiful human tapestry.This episode is a celebration of resilience, identity, and the beauty of weaving life—one thread at a time.
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By Krysta S**Available on YouTube**
In this powerful episode of See the Able, Looking Beyond the Label, we sit down with Isaac Lau—a multilingual artist, vegan advocate, and disability rights champion—whose story is as vibrant and layered as the kumihimo braids he weaves. Born with cerebellar ataxia and told he wouldn’t live past 14, Isaac has spent his life proving that labels and limitations don’t define him.Now 43 and thriving, Isaac shares how he found his voice through language, his passion through weaving, and his purpose through advocacy. From growing up receiving special education services to becoming a teaching assistant and receiving his Eagle Scout award—his journey is filled with perseverance, creativity, and quiet power.We talk about his experiences navigating physical challenges, embracing veganism for the planet and the animals, and mastering multiple languages. Isaac also reflects on the importance of slowing down, presuming competence, and why he believes every person is a thread in a beautiful human tapestry.This episode is a celebration of resilience, identity, and the beauty of weaving life—one thread at a time.