Visual Impairment is My Superpower | Jacob King | TEDxFaurotPark

[@eKhaddar-n2i]

I've just realized for the first time in my life. I'm 24 years old I'm not night-blind, but visually impaired. This TED Talk speaker's words are actually a reflection of my life

[@Quran_Guide_Science]

Being a visually impaired myself and a teacher of visual impairement, my story resonate with you. i can understand your struggles sir.

[@vericacvetkovic9093]

Hats off to your mom. God bless her.

[@johnmcateer1929]

I Once Was Blind, but Now I See Although I am blind and can hardly see. I’m not at all depressed, I’m as happy as can be. Now God has given me sight, but not through my eyes. I’ve learned to see with my heart, this has made me wise. I’ve learned to see with my mind, this has opened the door. Now I am so thankful to God, I see better than before. With Blessings to You, John Robert McAteer

[@donaconklin3377]

Thank you for your talk. My son is 15 and has been visually impaired since birth. It’s inspiring to see how involved you are with the community. I’m motivated to have my son engage in the community as much as possible.

[@jacobking9389]

Thank you for your comment! I wish much success to you and to your son!!

[@AnneJonCadby]

So beautiful to see you so at ease with yourself. Very inspiring. I totally believe in your message. Your description of choosing to be a teacher and embracing that your vulnerable with your kids and this supports them to in return ask for the inputs and support they need is such a great example. Thanks from someone actively working and who is now deaf blind

[@AccessAbilityOfficer]

Jacob, your journey and insights are truly remarkable! The way you’ve embraced your unique perspective to inspire and educate others is nothing short of inspiring.

[@jacobking7522]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@AccessAbilityOfficer]

@jacobking7522 You're awesome

[@AccessAbilityOfficer]

@jacobking7522 you're welcome 😊

[@pambrown2508]

Well said! I am a teacher of visually impaired students I know that your insightful wisdom and inspiring message will impact so many lives! Thank you!

[@Maryfamouslady]

He’s amazing

[@aaronpresley]

Powerful well spoken message!!

[@jacobking9389]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@jkd6969]

Bless your heart, thank you for sharing this !

[@malshekh2002]

Amazing speech, thanks for sharing…. I DO like the key words you said; like, bridge the gap, doing things differently, live your dis-ability, working on developing your skills… Thanks a million my friend!

[@jacobking9389]

Thank you for your kind words! Yes, adaptability is so important!

[@loikcharles607]

And my favorite keyword, vulnerable!

[@jacobking9389]

Also so important!

[@abdullahak2204]

I loved this so much !

[@jacobking9389]

Thank you! I am happy to hear this!

[@abdullahak2204]

@@jacobking9389 hi there I have low vision due to Retinopathy of prematurely (ROP) My visual acuity is 20/320. I liked the tree example you gave!

[@Empoweredwoman1234]

Wow. I wish I had a mum like yours growing up. Especially before the Internet came out.

[@jacobking9389]

Thank you! I was definitely lucky to have had her! Thanks to every hardworking parent and caretaker!

[@charleskershaw5341]

I'm blind and the only way I could get a good job was by employing myself. The hardest bit is not being able to read body language you miss a lot of emotive context.

[@jacobking9389]

Thank you for this comment! That is such an important point. Any strategies for handling missed cues are very much appreciated. I know there's a lot to be said for reading tone of voice and interpreting pauses, but the more tools we can share, the better. Thanks again for your comment!

[@shubhamghevade2662]

❤❤❤

[@abinandpkpk7208]

Hello sir I am visually impaired could you please help me I have requested many but no one is helping

[@Eagle_-et3sj]

Have you tried setting up an appointment with your eye doctor?ask to see a low vision specialist and they can set you up with a social worker, who can help you with setting up an appointment for O&M training

[@jacobking7522]

There are lots of organizations that might help too... try National Federation of the Blind or American Council of the Blind

[@SherriCapps-fo3di]

Yes, using my white can just for identification I've been called a faker, and people who have no clue how to treat me.

[@jacobking7522]

I'm sorry to hear that; all too common. I had a hard time getting kids in the neighborhood to understand that there are more ways to be blind than having no vision whatsoever. What finally worked was actually giving them the stat that about 90% of people who are legally blind do have some sight. I hope this helps.

[@sherricapps3944]

@@jacobking7522 I'm glad that helps some, but those that ask what do you see, they can't put on a blindfold , and they can't squint so it is hard to explain to them.