In this episode of Regulation Station, Becca Engle is joined by writer, speaker, photographer, and paraeducator Michelle Steiner to discuss invisible disabilities, self-advocacy, and challenging the limits other people place on us.

Michelle shares her journey growing up with a learning disability and the many times she was told she would never attend university, become a published writer, or achieve her goals. Together, Becca and Michelle explore disability stigma, accommodations, education, and the importance of believing in yourself when others doubt your potential.

In this episode:

• Living with an invisible disability
• Overcoming low expectations and stigma
• Self-advocacy in education and adulthood
• Disability accommodations and accessibility
• Finding confidence through writing and storytelling
• Supporting students with disabilities
• The importance of representation
• Redefining success on your own terms

Guest:

Michelle Steiner is a writer, speaker, photographer, paraeducator, and creator of Michelle's Mission, a blog where she shares her experiences living with a learning disability while advocating for disability awareness and inclusion.

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