You Don't Need Sight To Have Vision | Kenneth E. Hughes Ep. 65

"The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision."

Helen Keller

When was the last time you planned where you wanted to go in life?

I mean really plan it.

What age do you want to retire? What car do you want to drive in ten years? How about the job you want to work for the rest of your life?

If we don't paint a picture of the life we want to live, someone else is sure to do it for us. Often times that image isn't what we really want.

Sometimes, we have a vision for where we want to go in life but the universe has other plans. On occasion, we find ourselves having to change our plans or adjust to a new life. It's especially hard when we don't see that change coming.

What if you spent most of your life knowing something was wrong but couldn't find the validation or proof to back it up? How would you feel if people around you were constantly placing labels and blame on the outcomes that were simply beyond your control?

For most of us, we wouldn't be able to handle it well. Fortunately my guest today isn't most of us.

Kenneth E. Hughes is a local, natural-born comedian in the Greenville area who began developing his craft at an early age. Coming from a large family with southern roots, family gatherings automatically became Kenneth's first stage.

In his early 20s, Kenneth's life changed when he was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), a hereditary disorder causing gradual and progressive blindness.

By his 30s, Kenneth lost the majority of his vision and was forced to leave a job he loved. Not knowing what life had in store for him, Kenneth soon found his own niche among the comedy scene.

Being black, blind and gay, he is proud to wield the title of a "Triple Minority". He is also self-proclaimed as the world's first blind sex symbol, to which many whole-heartedly agree when personally asked by him.

In 2017, Kenneth founded 20/20 Productions and has been producing his own shows featuring the talents of many comedians from the Upstate and Southeast region.

In addition to managing his production company, he is also proud to work for Able South Carolina as an Independent Living Specialist offering peer support to others in the disabled community.

Be sure to connect with Kenneth below:

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