Samantha Hurley takes the stage to share how photography enabled her to embrace the power of her unique perspective, inspiring others to do the same. Her talk encourages us to imagine what is possible when we act as experts in our own stories, shaping our narratives around our experience over expectations.As a legally blind photojournalism student, Samantha has brought a unique perspective to the field that redefines perception and proves that there is no singular way of seeing the world. She has brought new perspectives to various publications, including her coverage of the Paris Paralympics for the Associated Press and contributions to The New York Times and The Guardian.This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx