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Embracing What I Was Good At – An Audiobook Sneak Peek (Chapter 9)

December 24, 2025 • Katey Fortun • Season 7 • Episode 272

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Today’s episode is a little different and a little more personal. On this Christmas Eve, I’m sharing a short sneak peek from the audiobook of Embracing Your Different Ability®.

This excerpt comes from Chapter 9, where I talk about learning to embrace what I was good at in school—even when it didn’t look like what everyone else celebrated. From book talks and The Boxcar Children to building a boxcar with my dad, this moment helped me realize that leaning into your strengths can change everything.

If you’ve ever felt discouraged by the things you struggled with or wondered if your strengths “counted,” I hope this story reminds you that learning—and success—don’t look the same for everyone.

More audiobook sneak peeks and conversations are coming soon. You can also join my book launch crew (if it's before the book launches) and you could get the first three audio book chapters as a bonus! Join Here!

Here's the links talked about in the episode:

www.kateyfortun.com/thebook

www.yourdifferentability.com

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