Living With a Disability and Finding Financial Strength

n this deeply personal solo episode, Darrin opens up about his journey with glaucoma and the impact of vision loss on both his life and his finances. He shares the story of how he first discovered his condition, the challenges that came with learning to navigate life with a disability, and the very real financial implications that many people with disabilities face.
From the extra expenses often called the “disability tax” to the adjustments in career and financial planning, Darrin illustrates how disability reshaped not only his personal financial path but also his mission with Financial State of Minds: helping others, disabled or not, achieve financial security.
This episode is both a story of resilience and a call to awareness — a reminder that financial planning is not one-size-fits-all, and that preparation matters even more when life takes unexpected turns.