Scarred Not Silent: Stories from the intersections of survival
Welcome to Scarred, Not Silent, a podcast where I open up about life with kidney disease, the transplant journey, and the healing that comes after. I'm Rodney, a kidney recipient, life coach, and social worker who's lived through dialysis, disability, and the quiet moments nobody talks about.This space is real talk for resilient souls. Whether navigating your chronic illness, supporting a loved one, or just curious about what it means to start over with a second chance, you're in the right place.Here, we keep it honest. We keep it hopeful. And most of all, we keep going.New episodes drop every Monday and Friday.Let’s breathe deep, live rooted, and walk this journey together.
Scarred Not Silent: Stories from the intersections of survival
When the Light Flickers: Leaving SSD and Finding My Way Back
On the sixth day of the Festival of Light, I reflect on a moment when my own flame nearly went out.
This episode explores what happened when I decided to come off Social Security Disability and return to work. The intention was firm. The motivation was real. But the process was far more complicated than the programs promised.
I share what it felt like to navigate a system that encourages independence while placing most of the responsibility on the individual to figure it out on their own. Finding an employment specialist became its own full-time job. Frustration grew on both sides. Mine did not fade quickly.
This conversation is about resilience, disillusionment, and the quiet strength it takes to keep moving forward when the path back to purpose feels blocked. It serves as a reminder that survival is not a passive process. Sometimes, it is a daily act of relighting the flame.
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