The Moth The Moth Podcast: Grocery Trips and Italian Trysts
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Apr 25, 2025 Featuring Julie Baker, a writer and mom learning to embrace help with her blindness, and Hanna Bowens, a storyteller delving into a sultry Italian romance. Julie humorously navigates her new reality, sharing heartfelt insights on acceptance and empowerment. Meanwhile, Hanna recounts her adventurous journey sparked by a dating app, mixing vulnerability with romance during her spontaneous trip to Italy. Their captivating stories intertwine themes of connection, self-acceptance, and the unexpected joys found in everyday life.
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Julie’s Journey to Cane Independence
- Julie Baker shares her journey of learning to use a blind cane after becoming legally blind.
- She overcomes resistance and embarrassment to gain independence with her cane named Stella.
Blindness as a Spectrum
- Julie realizes blindness is a spectrum, not a black-and-white condition.
- This insight shifts her perspective on using a blind cane and accepting help.
Embrace Blind Cane Training
- Do not avoid practical help like blind cane training even if it feels uncomfortable.
- Challenging oneself to perform everyday tasks can build confidence and independence.