Finding belonging in a divided world. This blog post written by Aistė Rye Manfredini is part of a blog series at Visually Speaking called “Proudly Deaf.” Interested in sharing your HoH and Deaf perspectives? Write for us! Email at Info@visuallyspeaking.info for more information.— We’re often expected to explore and realize […]
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What not to do when joining an ASL conversation 🙃
Imagine you are on your phone, minding your own business. You look up and see two people signing. You have taken a class with Visually Speaking so your signing senses kick in. You stare at the people signing for a moment, wondering what to do next… 👀 DON’T: Finger spell […]
Metaphors, idioms, and euphemisms, OH MY! 😵💫
When you are beginning to learn ASL and meeting Deaf folks, it’s good practice to keep it visual. Try to avoid using English expressions. After you have mastered the basics of ASL you will better understand how to get more sophisticated with your signs. Let’s look at a few examples […]
Tips for a Deaf-friendly environment 🛋️
Have you ever wondered why friends or loved ones who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (HOH) zone out and disengage during conversations? The quality of the environment in a gathering room can either make or break a conversation with people who are Deaf and HOH. 💡 Here are a […]
How long does it take to learn ASL? 🧐
Learning any language with regular and consistent studying could take up to two years to become fluent. You could learn as quickly as a three months if you are completely immersed in an ASL space—it all depends on your dedication and goals. Want to speed up the learning process? 👉 […]