Have you ever seen someone wearing these shoes? That's what they're actually for
Have you ever seen anyone wearing these shoes? Or to see a circular photo on the web? If so, have you ever wondered what they are for and what their meaning is? Sometimes, we get so caught up in our problems that we forget that there are people who face much more serious difficulties every day.
When we meet someone on the street, we happen to judge them, precisely because they may be wearing bizarre shoes like these. It's wrong, because first we should ask ourselves what suffering is hidden behind that choice. We should be more thoughtful and always treat others with respect.
These shoes, widespread in different parts of the world, they hide a disability. This is an accessory from an Australian company called Tec-Innovation for them blind people. The model, called InnoMake, uses sensors to help people who wear them avoid obstacles that they may not perceive. I'm able to vibrate and make a sound which warns the blind person that an obstacle has been detected. Do you know the sensor in modern cars that warns us to stop when reversing? Well, these shoes have exactly the same function!
They need to be recharged for about three hours, and then used for at least a week. They also give blind people the ability to connect to a mobile phone, so they can set the obstacle detection distance and sound, depending on their needs or preferences. A truly formidable idea for many and an indispensable help for those who have been using them for years.
Have you ever seen a pair of shoes like these? If so, did you already know that their function is to support blind people? From now on, when you see someone wearing these shoes, instead of thinking about how strange they are, try to understand if perhaps they have need your help.
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