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Adaptive Sports Are Not Inspiration Porn: Here Is The Real Story | Feat. Abbey Phillipson

Adaptive Sports Are Not Inspiration Porn: Here Is The Real Story | Feat. Abbey Phillipson

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 Today, we are joined by the incredible Abbey Phillipson, University of Michigan’s Head Para Strength and Conditioning Coach and Para Powerlifting Coach.This episode is honest, hilarious, emotional, and one of our favorite recordings ever.Abbey takes us through her journey of growing up with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, navigating surgeries and chronic pain, fighting to be seen by medical professionals, and discovering strength training in a disabled body. Her story challenges stereotypes about disability and reveals how empowering it is to build strength on your own terms.We explore her path into coaching, the brilliant athletes she works with, and how para strength and conditioning changed her life.Abbey also breaks down the Peacock series Adaptive and explains why it is one of the most authentic representations of disabled athletes ever filmed.🧠 In this episode, we explore:disability identity and maskingfinding community later in lifechronic pain and resilienceathlete identity beyond disabilityThe difference between representation and exploitationWhy Adaptive gets it rightcoaching philosophy for para athletesThe human side of disability that the media often ignoresThis conversation is a must-listen for disabled folks, athletes, coaches, neurodivergent listeners, and anyone who has ever felt different in their own body.🎧 Watch the full episode now and follow Abbey Phillipson to support her coaching and para athletes.💬 questions for youWhat part of Abbey’s story hit you the hardestDo you think disabled athletes are represented fairly in the mediaHave you ever felt pressure to hide your own painThanks for checking out Different Spectrums! 🎙️ We're a podcast led by licensed therapists and neurodivergent individuals who explore emotions in movies and shows. Our mission is to normalize mental health challenges and promote understanding.Join your founders and hosts, Dr. Nazeer Zerka and Spencer Srnec, as we process key scenes to help you better understand your emotions and perhaps find some validation in them.To find our new guest: Abbey Phillipsonhttps://www.instagram.com/abbeyphillipson/https://www.instagram.com/umichadaptivesports/https://www.umadaptivesports.com/ @universityofmichiganadapti702 Episode Breakdown:0:00 Attention0:59 Intro8:52 Scenes12:31 Interview1:24:31 Scene Discussion We’d love to hear your ideas for future episodes and connect with you on social media. You can find all our links here: https://linktr.ee/different_spectrums⚠️ Reminder: Our podcast isn’t a substitute for therapy. If you need help, please seek professional assistance or call 988 for the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or 911 in case of an emergency.Don’t forget to use our links for discounts with our partner companies:ONO Rollerhttps://onoroller.com?sca_ref=5082016.VIt4Svd8Ng Bubs Naturalshttps://www.bubsnaturals.com/?discount=DSP20Two Nerds Candlehttps://twonerdscandle.com/DSPToynkhttps://toynk.com/DIFFERENTSPECTRUMSPODCAST#podcast #therapy #psychology #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #mentalhealthmatters #autismawareness #actuallyautistic #autism #neurodiversity #selfcare #selflove #anxietyawareness #depressionawareness
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