#070- Finding the Brightside in the Darkness: Eavan O’Neill on Running with Vision Loss

In this episode of the AdaptX Podcast, Brendan sits down with Eavan O'Neill, a dedicated marathoner and passionate advocate for the blind and visually impaired community. Eavan shares her journey of being diagnosed with Stargardt's disease, a condition that causes progressive vision loss, and how it has shaped her life. She discusses the c6dxolhallenges of navigating college, her career aspirations in the healthcare field, and the importance of community support through her initiative, Brightside. Eavan also highlights her passion for running, including her experiences with the Speed Project and the Boston Marathon, and reflects on personal growth and the duality of desiring a cure while embracing her identity. The conversation emphasizes the significance of understanding and supporting individuals with disabilities, as well as the power of resil ...