Finding Strength in Shared Experiences with Misty Coy Snyder
Sometimes, when life knocks you off your feet, and you're left overwhelmed, all you need is the power of a supportive community. With their help, you can get back on your feet and move forward with conviction. In this week’s episode of Conquering Your Clownfish, content creator, author, and Down syndrome advocate Misty Coy Snyder opens up with raw honesty about receiving her son Jed’s Down syndrome diagnosis amidst the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. She discusses coming out of the isolation of grief to find community among other mothers facing similar journeys and shares how the joy of meeting her son was the “game changer” that inspired her advocacy. Join us as Misty helps bridge divides with her bold vision for understanding, community, and shared humanity across all abilities and journeys.
Happiness Is Down Syndrome Instagram: @happinessisdownsyndrome
Misty’s Instagram: @mistycoysnyder
Misty's original song: I Found My Way
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