What vision loss helped Andrew Leland gain
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When he was a teenager, Andrew Leland was diagnosed with a condition that causes a gradual loss of vision. Over the years, Andrew\\u2019s literal view of the world has narrowed \\u2013 but the ways in which he can explore and embrace life have widened. In this episode, Andrew talks about what his transition into blindness has taught him about life and how to navigate change. He also shares enlightening and humorous insights into the culture of blindness and disability and reveals what we can learn about bringing joy and fun into our accessibility practices. Andrew is a writer, teacher, and audio producer. His first book, \\u201cThe Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight\\u201d is out now. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts
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