The Privilege of Still Seeing: Questioning Assumptions

As Leeland experiences the gradual degeneration of his vision, he reflects on the privileges he still has, such as witnessing sunsets or engaging with visual content on social media. However, he acknowledges the paradox of defining who is considered blind, as there is a threshold at which someone may no longer be labeled as blind, even with limited vision. Leeland emphasizes the importance of recognizing and respecting those who need assistive technology and accommodations, while cautioning against perpetuating damaging stereotypes or misconceptions about blindness. He invites listeners to challenge their assumptions and biases about blind individuals, reminding them that the ability to see is not a defining characteristic of being blind.