Episode 7 - The Line Between Disabled and Disabling - Part 2

In this honest and thought-provoking continuation of Episode 6, Lois and Ian return to explore the second layer of what it means to live in a disabling world. From relentless pain and emergency surgeries to hidden struggles and the need for proof, The Line Between Disabled and Disabling - Part 2 digs into how society often fails to accommodate those who don’t “look” disabled.

Key themes include:

• How chronic pain and sensory issues are often minimized or dismissed

• The emotional toll of constantly having to justify your needs

• Why “functioning” isn’t the same as “not struggling”

• Humor, vulnerability, and chaos with cats and dogs

• Moving toward acceptance, agency, and real support

If you’ve ever felt invalidated, unseen, or exhausted from explaining yourself—this episode is a reminder that your experience is real, and you don’t have to prove your pain to make it matter.