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Deaf and Determined: Kellina Powell's Journey Through Sound and Silence

Author
Nathaniel Scheer
Published
Wed 16 Jul 2025
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Kalina Powell, known as the Deaf Queen Boss, shares her powerful journey from becoming deaf at age four to becoming an international speaker, coach, and author who empowers young adults with disabilities.

• Became deaf at age four due to an ear infection, creating a significant transition for her family
• Attended both deaf and hearing schools, learning to navigate different communication styles
• Developed anxiety and depression from constant self-advocacy and experiencing bullying
• Struggled to find deaf role models or counselors, inspiring her to become what she needed
• Created a coaching business to support young people with disabilities in building confidence
• Uses manifestation and mindset work to help clients overcome limiting beliefs
• Recommends curating social media feeds to maintain positive mental health
• Emphasizes the importance of asking yourself difficult questions to grow beyond comfort zones
• Encourages people to learn basic sign language and educate themselves about disabilities
• Believes God gives us challenges because we have the strength to handle them

Find Kalina at kalinainpowerme.com or on Instagram @DeafQueenBoss and LinkedIn as Kalina Powell.


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