Carson Tueller, a coach, speaker, and activist who identifies as queer and disabled, shares his transformative journey after a life-altering accident left him paralyzed at 23. He discusses the profound question from his sister that reshaped his outlook on life and reveals how he's experiencing the best sex of his life. Carson emphasizes the hurt caused by ableism and the importance of body acceptance, encouraging inclusivity and self-love while navigating the complexities of identity, love, and empowerment in a societal context.
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Day of Rebirth Shift
Carson's life radically changed after his paralysis accident at age 23.
His sister redefined this traumatic day as his rebirth, sparking a powerful shift in his identity.
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Bishop Blessing For First Date
Carson's first queer date was met with support, even receiving his bishop's blessing beforehand.
This experience expanded his life and brought unexpected joy contrary to prior fears.
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Sexual Freedom From No Models
Carson had no prior sex experience or porn consumption due to his Mormon upbringing.
This lack of preconceived notions enabled an explorative, pleasurable disabled sexual experience with partners.
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In 'Untamed', Glennon Doyle shares her personal journey of breaking free from the societal and cultural expectations that had defined her life. The book is divided into three parts: 'Caged', 'Keys', and 'Free'. Doyle discusses her struggles with eating disorders, addiction, and her initial marriage, as well as her transformative experience of falling in love with Abby Wambach, a retired professional soccer player. The memoir explores themes of self-discovery, empowerment, and the importance of trusting one's own voice and intuition. Doyle reflects on her experiences with gender roles, mental health, and cultural conditioning, encouraging readers to reject the status quo and live more authentically. The book is both an intimate memoir and a galvanizing call to action, urging readers to set boundaries, honor their emotions, and embrace their truest selves[2][4][5].
1. The question Carson’s sister asked that made him radically reimagine his life.
2. Why Carson is having the best sex of his life.
3. How Carson received sign-off from his Mormon Bishop for his first queer date.
4. The accident that left Carson paralyzed from the chest down at 23.
5. How ableism hurts us all.
About Carson:
Carson Tueller is a coach, speaker and activist whose work provides people with the tools they need to live authentic, fulfilling, and powerful lives. He identifies as queer and disabled. Carson grew up as a Mormon in a military family moving around a lot before settling in Utah. His own journey into powerful living began in 2013 when, in the same year, he came out, and was then injured in an accident that paralyzed him from the chest down. Since then, Carson has brought his work to international nonprofits and presidential campaigns – and when he isn’t coaching or speaking, Carson can be found at the gym, reading non-fiction, or playing Pokemon with his niece and nephews.
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