What happens when you stop hiding the parts of yourself the world taught you to soften?
In this episode, I sit down with Indio Skinner to talk about what it truly means to live unapologetically with a disability. After years of downplaying his spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) to avoid being treated differently, Indio made a bold decision: to show up fully and visibly as himself. That choice didn’t limit him, it empowered him.
We explore how embracing disability can deepen relationships, strengthen identity, and redefine confidence.
This conversation goes beyond disability. We talk about the courage to show weaknesses without seeking validation, the quiet power of small daily acts, and why surrounding yourself with diverse perspectives strengthens who you are. We also reflect on helping others as a form of healing, and how true purpose often lives in everyday human connection, not titles or recognition.
This episode is a reminder that confidence is not about perfection.
It’s about ownership.
It’s about presence.
It’s about loving yourself – unapologetically.
If you’ve ever felt pressure to hide parts of yourself to fit in, this conversation is for you. Thank you so much for listening!
-V.
