
From Setback to Success: The Power of Setting Extraordinary Expectations
At the heart of everything I do, there’s one core belief I hold close: When we Set Extraordinary
Kristin Smedley | The Perspective Expert
Stories, fresh perspectives and practical actions for life’s curveballs—at work, at home and in raising confident kids.
As featured in Real Woman magazine (opens in a new tab)

At the heart of everything I do, there’s one core belief I hold close: When we Set Extraordinary

When life throws emotional storms your way, will you face them like a buffalo or run like a cow? Discover the power of emotional resilience with Kristin Smedley’s 5 to Thrive tips from the Thriving Blind Academy’s weekly email, and learn how to harness your emotions for success.

As a mother raising children with disabilities, I’ve spent years focusing on their abilities, challenges, and the support

As a fierce competitor and lifelong athlete, I had always believed that in sports, winning is everything. But

As a former elementary school teacher turned children’s book author, I have seen firsthand the profound impact that

Thirteen years ago, when I learned that a genetic blindness similar to the one affecting my sons was

Challenge preconceptions about life’s curveballs and discover the disconnect between perceived challenges and the vibrant reality of the disability community. Join the conversation with Marcia Zaruba O’Connor as we redefine assumptions, embracing curveballs as opportunities for extraordinary achievements.

“Who loves a curveball? My life is full of them.” That is a line from my #TEDx talk

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