Angie Manson
Angie Manson
Angie Manson with Kijuan Amey - The Power of Perspective
Angie Manson with Kijuan Amey - The Power of Perspective
Angie Manson with Kijuan Amey - The Power of Perspective
Friday 23rd May 2025
Explore how Kijuan Amey turned blindness into a superpower and overcame adversity with resilience and humour.
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92 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Kijuan Amey shares how he turned blindness into a superpower.
- Military mindset helped Kijuan overcome life challenges.
- Faith and community played a crucial role in Kijuan's recovery.
- Kijuan emphasises the importance of not internalising struggles.
- Public speaking without sight offers unique advantages.
"I don't want them to see me. I want them to hear you."
Angie Manson, the dynamic host of the GOING ROGUE Podcast, invites listeners to a captivating conversation with Kijuan Amey, a blind Air Force veteran, musician, and keynote speaker. In 'The Power of Perspective', Kijuan shares his extraordinary journey of overcoming adversity after a motorcycle accident left him blind. With a military mindset and spiritual grounding, Kijuan reveals how he transformed his life challenges into stepping stones for personal growth and empowerment.
His story is not just about survival but thriving and finding purpose amidst life's setbacks. Angie's engaging style sets the tone for a conversation filled with resilience and humour, as Kijuan discusses how his loss of sight became a superpower in his public speaking career. He shares anecdotes about speaking to large audiences without the intimidation of seeing them, allowing him to focus on delivering impactful messages.
Kijuan's perspective on adversity is both refreshing and relatable, as he emphasises the importance of not internalising struggles and finding solace in community and faith. His uncle's words, "Don't focus on why me," serve as a pivotal moment in Kijuan's recovery, encouraging him to embrace his new reality. Listeners will find themselves inspired by Kijuan's ability to turn loss into a unique strength and appreciate the honest dialogue about mental health challenges like depression and suicidal thoughts.
Whether you're seeking motivation or simply a good story, this episode offers both in abundance. So why not dive into this heartfelt discussion? You might just discover that your own setbacks are the stepping stones to something greater.