Posts by Flying Fingers

What’s in a Name? The Story Behind “Visually Speaking”

Learn how to sign “Visually Speaking” in ASL! The business name is a playful pun—while it sounds[…]

Beyond Childhood: Language Deprivation in Adults 

Beyond Childhood: Language Deprivation in Adults explores the lasting effects of limited access to language during early[…]

True Empathy: Learning to Enjoy the Silence

True empathy with Deaf people starts by enjoying silence. By putting sound away, resisting the urge to[…]

Language Dysmorphia: When Meaning and Words Don’t Always Match

Language dysmorphia describes the disconnect Deaf people may experience when translating meaning from ASL into English. It’s[…]

Why Visually Speaking Classes Are Taught Voices Off

All ASL classes at Visually Speaking are taught Voices Off and exclusively by Deaf instructors. This immersive[…]

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