Katey shares the beginning of her dyslexia journey and how embracing her different ability sparked a lifelong commitment to advocacy and self-growth.

This chapter features a heartfelt conversation with Katey’s mom as she shares early insights into Katey’s learning journey, offering parents and caregivers valuable guidance on supporting children with learning differences.

Katey reflects on the moment she received her official dyslexia diagnosis and how it shaped her path toward self-advocacy.

A conversation about finding your voice at a young age and learning to speak up when something doesn’t feel right.

In this episode, Katey interviews her mom about the challenges and breakthroughs of navigating school systems, revealing practical and encouraging strategies for families supporting neurodiverse students.

This chapter explores the emotional impact of feeling “different” and the power of reframing challenges as strengths.

Katey opens up about learning strategies that helped her thrive academically and gain confidence in the classroom.

A heartfelt look at supportive adults who shaped Katey’s journey and why encouragement matters for every learner.

This chapter highlights how early self-advocacy helped Katey push through doubt and discover her unique strengths.

Katey and her mom talk about overcoming embarrassment and finding pride in learning differently.

A conversation about how extracurricular activities helped Katey build leadership skills and personal confidence.

Katey shares how practicing real-world skills like handshakes and introductions empowered her to self-advocate in college.

This chapter dives into facing fear, pushing through uncertainty, and learning to trust your own abilities.

Katey reflects on how mentorship and guidance helped shape her confidence during major life transitions.

A deep discussion on overcoming self-doubt, navigating college meetings, and building trust with professors through self-advocacy.

Katey and her mom explore public speaking fears, discovering learning strategies, and embracing personal growth.

This chapter highlights Katey’s experience contributing to her professor’s book and handling the pressure of a major design competition.

Katey opens up about leadership, influence, and confidence after hearing she “set the bar high,” plus a fun family blooper moment.

A conversation about taking big opportunities—like attending the home show—and advocating respectfully when doors aren’t officially open.

Katey and her mom discuss how small acts of kindness and healthy boundaries create a more inclusive and supportive world.

This chapter focuses on accessible learning, expressing gratitude, and how losing her great aunt Lynn shaped Katey’s passion for advocacy.

Katey and her mom talk mentorship, career growth, and how supportive relationships help you navigate new challenges.

A deep conversation about genuine connection, Doug’s game-changing advice, and advocacy through relationships—not transactions.

Katey explores vulnerability, sharing personal stories, and embracing life’s unexpected turns to find purpose.

This chapter dives into turning grief into purpose, building a speaking career, and supporting people hesitant to share their disabilities.

Katey shares the limiting beliefs she faced while writing her book and how she used self-doubt as motivation to keep going.

Katey turns the questions toward her mom in this chapter, inviting her to reflect on the most impactful supports that helped Katey thrive and how parents can recognize and nurture their child’s unique learning style.

In the final chapter, Katey talks about finding her voice, surrounding herself with positive people, and her inspiring vision for the future of the Different Ability® brand.