Can Your Disability Become Your Superpower?

What if the thing you’re most ashamed of could actually become your greatest strength?

In this soul-stirring episode of How I Ally, I sit down with Steven Lowell, a reverse recruiter and career coach who shares his extraordinary story of living with epilepsy—an invisible disability that once threatened to derail everything. From collapsing in the middle of Times Square to keeping his diagnosis hidden from even his closest family, Steven’s journey is one of perseverance, partnership, and ultimately, profound self-acceptance.

✨ What we talked about:

• The shame surrounding invisible disabilities—and how silence keeps us isolated

• Why his wife became a pivotal force in helping him seek a diagnosis

• What happened when he had a seizure in the middle of a job interview

• How being “blunt” became his superpower as a career coach

• Why speaking openly—despite the risk—is sometimes the most radical form of healing

💬 A few things Steven said that stuck with me:

• “Sometimes, you’re stronger because you finally agree to do the thing you were avoiding.”

• “I used to think not wearing a medical bracelet made me strong. Now I know asking for help is what makes me strong.”

• “We live in a time where people try to avoid uncomfortable emotions—but the only way through is to confront them.”

🎧 Listen Now:

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Whether you’re navigating your own diagnosis, supporting a loved one, or simply trying to live with more courage—this episode is a reminder that vulnerability isn’t weakness. It’s where connection begins.

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Here is a video clip or ‘highlight reel’ from our interview: