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Teisha discusses her journey to her identity as a biracial individual with a white mother and an African American father. She shares her experiences of growing up in a biracial family, facing exclusion and judgment from both white and black communities, and dealing with a visual disability. Teisha also talks about the lack of open conversations about race and identity in her family and the challenges she faced in navigating her identity in school and college. She emphasizes the importance of celebrating differences and not boxing people into stereotypes. Teisha shares her experiences of navigating race and disability, highlighting the stereotypes and discrimination she has faced. She discusses the impact of societal expectations and the struggle to fit into predefined racial categories. Teisha also talks about her visual disability, retinitis pigmentosa, and how it has influenced her identity and interactions with others. She emphasizes the importance of education and self-advocacy in overcoming challenges and achieving success. Teisha's career in marketing and her involvement in advocacy organizations reflect her commitment to making an impact and dismantling stigma. Teisha shares her experiences of facing challenges and overcoming adversity in her career and personal life. She discusses the lack of support and mentorship she received, the importance of self-advocacy, and the barriers she faced as a visually impaired marketer. Teisha also talks about her podcast, Not Your Average Goat, where she interviews people from diverse backgrounds and shares their inspiring stories. She aims to create a platform for authentic conversations and to dismantle the stigma surrounding mental health and other adversities.
Takeaways

• Growing up in a biracial family can be challenging, as individuals may face exclusion and judgment from both white and black communities.
• Having a visual disability added another layer of difficulty to Teisha's experiences, as she had to navigate the world on her own and face misconceptions about her abilities.
• Teisha's family did not have open conversations about race and identity, which made it difficult for her to understand and embrace her own identity.
• College provided a more accepting and diverse environment for Teisha, where she felt free to be herself and explore her interests.
• Teisha emphasizes the importance of celebrating differences and not boxing people into stereotypes based on their race or ethnicity. Stereotypes and preconceived notions about race can limit individuals and perpetuate discrimination.
• Navigating a visual disability can lead to unique challenges and experiences.
• Education and self-advocacy are crucial in overcoming obstacles and achieving success.
• Dismantling stigma and promoting inclusivity are important goals in society.
• Representation and diversity in various fields, such as marketing, are essential for creating a more inclusive and equitable society. The importance of mentorship and support in professional growth
• The value of self-advocacy and taking initiative to learn and develop skills
• The challenges faced by visually impaired individuals in the marketing industry
• The need for digital accessibility and inclusive design
• The power of storytelling in creating understanding and empathy
• The impact of sharing personal experiences and breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and other adversities