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Girl Gone Blind: The Story of Maria Johnson - Part 1
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In 2013, at the age of 50, Maria noticed a blurry spot in her eyes. After working with several doctors, she found out she had a rare genetic blindness. This is her story of the last four years living what she calls, “my unexpected life”.
Topics discussed in part 1 include the following:
- Her experience with disability before she lost her sight.
- How Maria lost her sight.
- How Maria worked through her grief, including her experience with therapy and blindness training.
- How Maria has continued to teach fitness.
23 episodes
Girl Gone Blind: The Story of Maria Johnson - Part 1
Ability Stories: Discussing the Successes, Challenges and Stories of People with Disabilities
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Manage episode 211156838 series 2380562
In 2013, at the age of 50, Maria noticed a blurry spot in her eyes. After working with several doctors, she found out she had a rare genetic blindness. This is her story of the last four years living what she calls, “my unexpected life”.
Topics discussed in part 1 include the following:
- Her experience with disability before she lost her sight.
- How Maria lost her sight.
- How Maria worked through her grief, including her experience with therapy and blindness training.
- How Maria has continued to teach fitness.
23 episodes
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