In this episode of 'Pushing Forward with Alycia,' Alycia welcomes Winston Ben Clements, a global keynote speaker, YouTuber, and accessibility consultant with osteogenesis imperfecta. Winston shares his journey of overcoming perceived limitations, turning personal challenges into a powerful advocacy platform. The discussion explores the importance of consistency, redefining accessibility in the workplace, and the profound impact of personal advocacy. Winston also elaborates on how his marriage and fatherhood shape his perspective on disability and joy. This episode is a compelling narrative about pushing beyond societal constraints and building inclusive cultures.

Cue Points for Skimming

00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia

00:29 Introducing Winston Ben Clements

02:12 Rapid Fire Icebreaker Questions

03:50 Your Limits Are an Illusion

07:10 Winston's Backstory and Disability

10:40 Career Journey and Transition to Advocacy

15:39 Challenges and Misconceptions in Disability Inclusion

18:38 Marriage, Fatherhood, and Personal Life

31:42 Final Thoughts and Pushing Forward Moment

A Quote from Winston Ben Clements

“ Accessibility is not special needs because it should just be the baseline that we build and design things universally.” ~ Winston Clements

Mindset Shifts and A-ha’s

💫 Finding Empowerment in Our Stories

✨ The Illusion of Limitations: A Transformative Realization

🗣️ Empowering Conversations: The Impact and Misconceptions in Disability Inclusion

❤️ Love Beyond Limits

🔭 A Vision for Accessibility

⛓️ Breaking the Chains of Ableism

♿ Accessibility: A Universal Design Necessity

🌍 Thriving in Uncharted Spaces

🔄 Shifting Narratives Through Representation

🎥 Transforming Views on Disability Through Authentic Representation

🏳️‍🌈 The Real Truth About Accessibility Pride Month

🫶 The Fragility of Life: A Personal Story

📱 From Family Group Chat to Viral Sensation

🚀 Our Wedding Trailer's Unexpected Journey

Winston's Website | LinkedIn Account | Instagram Profile

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