Chronic Boss Unfiltered is the podcast where ambition meets women’s health. Hosted by Lilly Stairs—two-time founder and three-time autoimmune patient—this show dives deep into what it really takes to build a business or climb the career ladder while living with chronic illness. Each week, Lilly sits down with powerhouse women who are chasing big dreams while navigating flare-ups, fatigue, and everything in between. Expect raw, unfiltered conversations that move from the hospital bed to the boardroom, giving you both inspiration and practical insights to balance health and ambition.
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Chronic Boss Unfiltered is the podcast where ambition meets women’s health. Hosted by Lilly Stairs—two-time founder and three-time autoimmune patient—this show dives deep into what it really takes to build a business or climb the career ladder while living with chronic illness. Each week, Lilly sits down with powerhouse women who are chasing big dreams while navigating flare-ups, fatigue, and everything in between. Expect raw, unfiltered conversations that move from the hospital bed to the boardroom, giving you both inspiration and practical insights to balance health and ambition.
The Car Accident that Changed Everything: Tiffany Yu on Rewriting Disability and the Anti-ableism Movement
Chronic Boss Unfiltered
39 minutes
2 days ago
The Car Accident that Changed Everything: Tiffany Yu on Rewriting Disability and the Anti-ableism Movement
In this conversation of the Chronic Boss Unfiltered Podcast Tiffany Yu shares her inspiring journey as the founder of Diversability, a disability-owned community business. She discusses her personal experiences with disability, the evolution of her identity, and the importance of community in fostering disability pride. Tiffany reflects on the key moments that shaped Diversability from a student club into a global organization, and she highlights the impact of her TikTok series and the Anti-Ablism Manifesto in advocating for disability rights and inclusion. In this conversation, Tiffany Yu shares her journey of navigating life with a disability, her advocacy work, and the creation of her book, 'The Anti-Ablest Manifesto.' She discusses the importance of community, the impact of her content on the disability community, and her aspirations for the future. Tiffany emphasizes the need for action-oriented advocacy and the significance of finding magic in one's identity, while also addressing the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities. What You’ll Learn: The importance of community in embracing one's identity.
The proverb 'the nail that sticks out gets hammered down' shaped her understanding of identity. Diversability started as a student club and evolved into a global organization. Key inflection points for Diversability included community events and leadership transitions. The pandemic prompted a shift to virtual events for Diversability. Tiffany's TikTok series on disability has gained significant traction and views. Content creation has connected Tiffany with others in the disability community. The Anti-Ablest Manifesto aims to empower individuals and organizations. Community is essential for personal growth and acceptance. Grief and gratitude can coexist in the journey of self-acceptance. Tiffany's book serves as a legacy for disability advocacy. The importance of action-oriented advocacy in creating change. Rediscovering joy and playfulness is vital for well-being. Finding their unique voice and community. Success is defined by self-acceptance and integrity.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Tiffany Yu and Diversability
03:15 Tiffany's Personal Journey and Identity
10:31 The Evolution of Diversability
22:55 The Anti-Ablism Manifesto and TikTok Success
24:57 Navigating Life with a Disability
25:53 Creating Content for the Disability Community
28:12 The Journey to Writing a Book
30:34 The Anti-Ablest Manifesto: Purpose and Impact
35:45 Finding Magic in Disability
41:16 Legacy and Future Aspirations
Connect with Tiffany Yu:
✨Website: https://www.tiffanyyu.com/bio
✨ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@imtiffanyyu
✨Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imtiffanyyu
✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imtiffanyyu
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Chronic Boss Unfiltered
Chronic Boss Unfiltered is the podcast where ambition meets women’s health. Hosted by Lilly Stairs—two-time founder and three-time autoimmune patient—this show dives deep into what it really takes to build a business or climb the career ladder while living with chronic illness. Each week, Lilly sits down with powerhouse women who are chasing big dreams while navigating flare-ups, fatigue, and everything in between. Expect raw, unfiltered conversations that move from the hospital bed to the boardroom, giving you both inspiration and practical insights to balance health and ambition.
