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About Emily Goodson

Her work sits at the intersection of lived experience and organizational insight. Navigating a childhood brain injury gave Emily firsthand knowledge of adversity. Today, she transforms that journey into a roadmap for others, helping audiences understand physical disability not as an obstacle, but as a lived experience that shapes identity, wellbeing, and leadership.

Today, Emily partners with global companies and educational institutions to spark the conversations that matter most. She teaches that true wellbeing isn't about fitting in, it’s about mastering the daily skills of self-acceptance and self-advocacy.

Emily believes that cultivating wellbeing starts with changing the stories we tell ourselves.

As a speaker, author, and former HR leader, Emily teaches the practical wellbeing and self-advocacy skills needed to navigate adversity and build confidence through self-acceptance.

Emily is the author of Dating Disability, a memoir that explores confidence, intimacy, and the internal work needed to successfully navigate life. Her voice and writing have also been featured in the Los Angeles Times and other national outlets. Recognized as a 2024 Top 25 Emerging Workplace Culture Creator by Culture Amp, Emily loves creating spaces for dialogues that have historically been discouraged.