Aspen Sage's Journey: Advocacy, Accessibility, and Life Beyond Paralysis

In this episode, Nicolas Comstock speaks with Aspen Sage, who shares their journey through early life trauma and experiences with paralysis. Aspen discusses adapting to life after paralysis, facing mental health challenges, and navigating stigma in healthcare. They talk about founding Accessibility with Aspen Sage and the transition from hospital to home. Aspen explores topics like advocacy, social security disability, and the influence of social media on disability language. The conversation covers educating children about disabilities, friendships, and dating. Aspen shares insights into their project of creating a fully accessible tiny home. The episode concludes with ways to connect with Aspen Sage and information on how to be featured on Nick Speaks.