Be Picky - Dating with a Disability with Brooke Millhouse - Access Denied S1 Ep 9

In this conversation, Jessica and Brooke discuss the power of podcasting and storytelling, the importance of creating a safe space for vulnerable conversations, and the impact of internalized ableism on dating and self-worth. They emphasize the need for representation and diversity in media, challenge societal norms and stereotypes, and encourage individuals to be picky and go after what they want in relationships. The conversation highlights the value of personal growth, self-belief, and embracing one's uniqueness. In this conversation, Brooke and Jessica discuss the importance of personal growth, pushing oneself out of the comfort zone, and the power of community. They also talk about the role of fitness, specifically CrossFit, in empowering individuals and overcoming challenges. Brooke shares her experience of facing ableism in the CrossFit community and how she addressed it. The conversation concludes with advice to listeners to go after their dreams and live life on their own terms. Follow Brooke! https://www.instagram.com/brookemillhouse/ https://www.instagram.com/disabledandproudpodcast/ Follow Access Denied on socials! Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/accessdeniedpod/⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@accessdeniedpod ⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AccessDeniedPod Follow host Jessica Jordan on socials! Website - ⁠⁠⁠https://therollingexplorer.com/ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therollingexplorer/⁠⁠⁠ TikTok - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@therollingexplorer⁠⁠⁠ YouTube - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@therollingexplorer Intro and Outro Music Production by JP Warner Sound: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jpwarnersound.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jpwarnersound/ Takeaways: - Podcasting provides a platform for sharing stories, creating community, and challenging societal norms. - Creating a safe space for vulnerable conversations can be therapeutic and empowering for both the interviewer and interviewee. - Internalized ableism can limit self-worth and hinder personal growth, but it can be overcome through self-reflection and challenging societal beliefs. - Representation and diversity in media are crucial for breaking stereotypes and promoting inclusivity. - Being picky and going after what you want in relationships is important for self-fulfillment and happiness. Personal growth requires pushing oneself out of the comfort zone. - Community support is crucial in overcoming challenges and pursuing dreams. - Fitness, such as CrossFit, can be empowering and help build resilience. - Addressing ableism and discrimination requires speaking up and advocating for oneself. - Go after your dreams and live life on your own terms. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction and Congratulations on Starting a Podcast 03:11 - Creating a Safe Space for Vulnerable Conversations 06:11 - Challenging Internalized Ableism in Dating and Self-Worth 12:29 - The Importance of Representation and Diversity in Media 18:03 - Being Picky and Going After What You Want in Relationships 31:16 - The Power of Personal Growth and Pushing Past Comfort Zones 36:20 - Building Community and Overcoming Challenges 38:14 - The Empowering Role of Fitness, Specifically CrossFit 41:38 - Addressing Ableism and Advocating for Change 53:03 - Go After Your Dreams and Live Life on Your Own Terms