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Welcome to Healthy Mind By Avik ™ - ”Healthy Mind, Healthy Life”, a podcast that explores the connection between mental health and overall well-being. Join us each week as we delve into topics related to positive psychology, mindfulness, and personal development, and provide practical tips and strategies for cultivating a healthy and balanced mind. Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? Send Avik a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik
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Monday Mar 17, 2025
Monday Mar 17, 2025
In this inspiring episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Jenna Udenberg, an author, disability advocate, and accessibility educator. Diagnosed with juvenile arthritis at the age of seven, Jenna shares her powerful journey of resilience and advocacy. She discusses how her experiences navigating life in a wheelchair shaped her mission to create more inclusive communities. Jenna also talks about her book, Within My Spokes, and how storytelling can challenge perceptions and inspire self-reflection. Tune in to hear her insights on overcoming barriers, fostering inclusion, and finding joy in everyday life.
About the Guest: Jenna Udenberg is a dedicated disability advocate, accessibility educator, and the founder of Above and Beyond With You. Diagnosed with juvenile arthritis at a young age, she has devoted her life to breaking barriers and promoting inclusion. As a 2020 Bush Fellow, she continues to challenge systemic obstacles and advocate for policy changes that benefit people with disabilities. Jenna’s memoir, Within My Spokes, is a heartfelt account of her journey, resilience, and the relationships that shaped her path.
Key Takeaways:
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Jenna’s journey from diagnosis to advocacy and how she turned challenges into opportunities.
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The importance of accessibility and inclusion in everyday spaces.
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How societal perceptions of disability impact individuals and communities.
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Practical ways to become a better ally for people with disabilities.
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Finding joy and purpose even in the face of adversity.
Connect with Jenna Udenberg:
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Website: Above and Beyond With You
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Get her book Within My Spokes on Amazon
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