In 2008, I was going through one of the most difficult periods of my life, having suddenly lost my vision as a waitress due to a chronic eye condition. My disability left me unemployed amidst a recession, compelling me to leave London and return to my family's home in Berkshire. Each attempted treatment for my eye condition felt futile, leaving my future options bleak and me envious of my friends' forward-moving lives.
The sharp contrast between my once confident, outgoing self and my transformed demeanor—filled with gloom, spite, and distrust—was a direct result of my sudden blindness. I felt disconnected from my peers who were experiencing life's milestones while I felt trapped in my own darkness, unable to escape the despair of my situation. This internal struggle severely impacted my mental well-being during a time when everything felt out of control.
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