37. Showing Up As You Are: a conversation with Angelica Johansson

Episode Summary:

In this episode of Women Don’t Rush, I’m joined by Angelica, a powerful young woman living with cerebral palsy and who is using social media as a tool for visibility, education, and compassion. Through sharing her real and unfiltered life online, Angelica challenges bias and preconceived ideas around disability, and invites others to see beyond assumptions.

We talk about the importance of knowing your needs, expressing boundaries, and giving yourself permission to live authentically in every season of life. Our conversation explores the duality of navigating different chapters, accepting where you are, and making the most of the current moment rather than rushing toward the next.

We also discuss the urgent need for greater awareness around accessibility and inclusion in workplaces and public spaces, and how meaningful change begins with empathy, representation, and listening.