Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
What is a learning disability, and how does it look on the inside? On this episode of "Enable: The Disability Podcast," writer, photographer and para educator Michelle Steiner talks about being diagnosed with dyscalculia, a learning disability that affects numerical processing, mathematics, and spatial awareness (like right vs. left). She also has issues with visual perception and limited hand dexterity, so things like driving and opening doors are especially difficult.
Despite being told by teachers and psychiatrists that her career options would be limited, Michelle still overcame her challenges to pursue higher education and work she's passion about -- all with a smile on her face. "They couldn't see what I could do," Michelle says.
Read Michelle's blog and see her photography at michellesmission.com
“Enable: The Disability Podcast,” which highlights amazing people with disabilities and different abilities, releases new episodes weekly on YouTube and all major podcast platforms. Follow facebook.com/enablepodcast or @enablepodcast on Instagram and TikTok for more.
Note: Views expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of Advance Local.
What is a learning disability, and how does it look on the inside? On this episode of "Enable: The Disability Podcast," writer, photographer and para educator Michelle Steiner talks about being diagnosed with dyscalculia, a learning disability that affects numerical processing, mathematics, and spatial awareness (like right vs. left). She also has issues with visual perception and limited hand dexterity, so things like driving and opening doors are especially difficult.
Despite being told by teachers and psychiatrists that her career options would be limited, Michelle still overcame her challenges to pursue higher education and work she's passion about -- all with a smile on her face. "They couldn't see what I could do," Michelle says.
Read Michelle's blog and see her photography at michellesmission.com
“Enable: The Disability Podcast,” which highlights amazing people with disabilities and different abilities, releases new episodes weekly on YouTube and all major podcast platforms. Follow facebook.com/enablepodcast or @enablepodcast on Instagram and TikTok for more.
Note: Views expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of Advance Local.
