Janine Shepherd: A broken body isn't a broken person
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- čas přidán 27. 11. 2012
- Cross-country skier Janine Shepherd hoped for an Olympic medal -- until she was hit by a truck during a training bike ride. She shares a powerful story about the human potential for recovery. Her message: you are not your body, and giving up old dreams can allow new ones to soar.
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This makes me rethink life every time i see some one that cant walk or was dealt a bad hand at birth, but overcame and became successful in whatever they wanted to be. This gives me inspiration, I am 100000 times more grateful that i can walk outside and feel the sun, and gives me motivation that I am capable of more! Strong people like her is what this world needs, i stopped complaining a long time ago, and i will continue never complaining about anything, as long as im alive im successful.
"I had a really bad day"
That made me cry.
you are too xiaolin
The most amazing TED talk ever! Thank You Janine, I'm watching this again after a year, still inspiring!
Janine is one of the most amazing people i know of. She was amazing to have survived through the accident, but even more amazing that she has been able and willing to share her story. I have a nerve disorder in my legs from a surgrey gone wrong that turned my life upside down. Janines story and strength is a major part of way i am still around today and will never give up on what i want. Thank you to an amazing women for sharing her story that brought light to the darkest part of my life.
Having lived a very active lifestyle, survived things most people consider impossible, and now am mostly confined to a bed, I can relate to this. If this is the end, so be it, but I have no intent of giving up.
Awesome spirit!
great
♥️
How are you doing now mate...
That was really one of the most inspirational talks I've ever seen
My philosophy class brought me here. I'm so glad it did. Beautiful message
I'm here because of my Philosophy class too and I'm in love with this its so empowering
My financial business brought me here! Seriously!
my holistic health class brought me here
This is an incredible story. I can't imagine going through what you have Janine, and still thinking optimistically. I'm 2 years into a back injury that's prevented me from possibly becoming a state or national champion in taekwondo, and I feel incredibly grateful that I may someday have a second chance while others may not. You're truly an inspiration!
Hang in there buddy! I feel you.
Wow, this is one of the most amazing story telling i have ever seen.
Really inspiring story that touched the hearth of every human soul.
We're not human body living in a spiritual life, but a spiritual life living in a human body.
Her presentation style is very clear and effective. I like the progression with chairs.
I realize it is quite off topic but does anybody know of a good place to watch new tv shows online ?
@Nicholas Brentley i use FlixZone. Just google for it :)
@Chaim Arlo yea, have been watching on FlixZone for months myself =)
@Chaim Arlo Thank you, I signed up and it seems to work :) I appreciate it !!
@Nicholas Brentley Glad I could help :D
Thank you for the inspiration!! I am dealing with healing my broken back and a traumatic brain injury and know I won't make a full recovery so need to learn to accept what I can do
This is one of the most incredible talks I've ever heard. I've shared this video with many people and they felt the same.
What an amazing person, I’ll admit I cried while listening! Thank you so much you are so inspirational!!!
Had a spinal injury 4 years ago when I was 18 (suspected infarction at T9) and as motivational as this story is, it's a lot easier to be driven when you're immediately recovering.
For me at least, there's nothing more demoralising than putting all your emotional and physical energy into getting better, and still not getting any feeling or movement back, it's like running on a greased treadmill.
It's easy to go out and tell people about the strength of your spirit when you're walking again.
You ok now bro?
She made me cry. I have so much hope for MY SPIRIT now too. Thank you for this inspirational message. 🙏🏽✌🏽👽
Dear Janine.
Your strength gave me strength and helped me a lot after a terrible accident I had. Thank you for that and I wish you a wonderful life.
First time I cried in a TED talk. Beautiful spirit.
This is such a heartfelt story. I am so sorry for your pain Janine.
three feeling came from my heart after seeing this
emotional-goosebumps-salute
you are just incredible
Hi Janine, I'm so grateful I could hear your message today! Thank you for sharing it! I've been through some traumatic events myself the last year with sickness and injury and alot of what you shared hit home and is very encouraging! Bless you.
As I am watching this, something is coming to my heart, which is very same feeling that I faced 4 years ago. Thanks Dear.
What an inspirational story. I feel it was well balanced, with the sadness and laughter given time to settle before the next part of the story was told, making it easier to remember. I am going to use your story to help me to push myself to dream bigger and to keep going when things are hard. God bless you Janine "the machine" Shepherd.
Have just watched this Janine - so inspiring. Love the in/out of body descriptions and also your awareness around choice and control over returning to life. 👏
The most inspiring thing I've ever heard in my life! I'm 2 years post op from 2 spinal surgeries which haven't gone to plan but this has given me so much hope! Thank you x
I first watched this a few years ago. Today I have been watching TED videos and I came across it again. It was an inspiring talk when I first watched it and it still is. Just proves how amazing humanity can be. Wonderful talk Thank you.
Thank you. You experience helped so much!
man such perfect delivery... her emotion and passion really are what make this a great speech
Truly inspirational!!!Again a incredible story of burning desire and wanting to go to any extent to fullfill that desire.
This is fantastically motivating. The most touching thing I have ever heard.
Incredible.... just incredible. You are such a truthful, honest, humble and inspirational woman! You've taught me how to fly just by listening to you! Thank you for you!
So inspiring. I laughed, cried, and then get inspired.
Still watching this inspiring story in 2020! Amazing story of Janine Shephered, this story kept me going in life :))
I shattered my right foot 2 years ago. I’m still unable to walk. I completely understand it. Thank you. 💙
This is the most valuable spiritual discourse I came across.. Feel so indebted, grateful to you Janine..
You are an inspiration Janine...God bless you and many many thanks for sharing your story :)
I admire your spirit so much. You are one of the bravest girls I have seen. I learnt from you that I shouldnt give up when I meet troubles. Sometimes something make me feel impossible and I give up. You make me know that if I want to do it and never give up to do it, there is always alternatives. Using all my power to improve myself, nothing is impossible.
I saw Janine present live many years ago and bought her book at the same time. A true inspiration.
This was beautiful. One of the most inspiring lessons I have ever seen. My straw is raised, Janine!
You are a true trooper to go through your journey!! I can relate because I was in an Car accident!! This accident made me stronger!! I never knew how many people who truly love me!! About 10 friend s cam by to visit me at the Broward Hospital!! I ended up running about an year afterwards !!! My friends are Genuine !! My friend Generino send me back to Boulder, Colorado!! At Boulder which is the Fitness Capital of America!! I was healing at an fast rate!! There was not even a scar on my body!! I am bless!! About 5 years after I was able to bike 70 miles!! Heaven it is !!🌏🌎🌍✌✌✌😇😇😇
This is one of the best speech I have ever listened to. ❤
What a wonderful story and a great timely message!!
Unbelievable. Incredible! Inspiring.
Wow such a great talk! Doing a behavior change assignment for my graduate program in performance psychology and really glad I got to hear your story.
You are an inspiration to all of us. Coming through life threatening injury to rise and succeed!
My straw is reaching out to connect with others. Thank you for your inspiration!
Beautiful and heartfelt speech, thank you for sharing.
This is the most inspirational videos I have ever seen! This lady is unbelievably courageous!!!
That was one of the most inspiring stories I've ever heard. Wow...
The most inspiring Person ever ! For the last 10 years each time when I have a "down moment " in my life- I am listening to you, Janine! And YOU rising me up. Forever in debt! 🙏💗
VERY STRONG STORY, made me cry
Thank you, Janine. I really needed this today
thank you for sharing that!!! you're great!!!
Congratulations. This is the best story. Thank you!
Hi, Janine Shepherd.
Thank you. That is one VERY inspiring story - at least for those who WILL listen and understand.
How-wevver, it occurred to me while I was watching listening that, as great as your flying achievements have been and are, your greatest work may very well still be ahead of you - IF you have not already discovered that as a result of this talk.
Just my 0.02.
You have a wonderful LIFE. Best wishes. Deas Plant.
Awwww... one of the best ever. Loved it. Very motivating.
Goes to show how strong humans can be. brilliant & inspirational
I’m a student commercial helicopter pilot. I spent the last year fighting breast cancer and I’ve just passed my pilots medical. I return to school in march to finish the last 25 hours of my training and follow my dreams. I’m so grateful for your story and your inspiration
Thank you for this inspirational speaker and story.
Thank u from saudiarabia
Thank You Janine. This is very Inspiring. Your Spirit and Heart is unbelieveble. It would inspire others anywhere which could be have a physical problem. Keep Dreaming Big No matter what
Inspiring story, told very well. Brilliant use of the chairs...the journey. Well done.
THIS IS THE BEST TED TALK I'VE EVER HEARD, SOOOO UNDERRATED
great lecture !!! God bless you
amazing!! she is amazing!! made me cry.. the mind is by far strong than anything else
GREAT , much love
simply amazing and inspiring story
Janine, you are such a joy.
Your story lifted lot of people all around !
We are not our bodies, we are our brains. The worst limits that can be imposed upon you are those you impose on yourself.
WOW that was amazing, so inspiring and true. I really hope I can do what she has done because I'm so lost right now.
Thank you so much !!!
Thank you 🙏
So much respect for this woman!!!
Extremely inspiring!
Dear Janine,
Your talk was really inspiring. On your own example you show us that wheelchair isn't the end of life and you can reach any goal. And all that you need is motivation and you shouldn't give up. You are very strong women.
Thank you for sharing your story,
Nastya
Some tears coming out...of joy!
THIS VIDEO GOT ME UP WHEN I WAS AILING...HANDICAPPED FOR FOUR YEARS DUE TO MISS DIAGNOSIS...LOST EVERYTHING IN TWO HURRICANES...WATCHED THIS RELENTLESSLY...IM OFF ALL MEDS, AND REGAINED ALL MATERIAL POSSESSIONS...I DONT KNOW HER PERSONALLY...BUT I KNOW ENUGH TO KNOW SHE IS PARTIALLY INSPIRATIONALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR MY RECOVERY AND THRIVING.
That was Beautiful!
Very moving and well told.
your speech needs to be watched several times so all its meanings could be understandable.. i loved it
Thank you ❤
yeah i second that. and i'm glad you found some strength from the talk... i wish you all the best.
i love this, thankyou :) made me cry! :)
everytime i watch such videos it makes me think how blessed i am ! :)
i big salute to her!
hats off to her spirit!
yeah, I was waiting for it until the end. good for her!
Awesome message to those fighting to battle back from a spinal cord injury!
Its really an inspirational speech!
thank you
This was amazing, I actually cried.
As someone who struggles with my own medical crap, stories like this are unbelievably inspiring. Knowing that someone who has a life that is so much harder than mine can take it on and succeed so beautifully gives me hope that I can do the same.
You are my hero. Thank you Janine!
thank you!
You inspire me :) thank you
Gracias me has inspirado.
What a great Talk!
Inspired talk. Thank you. Second watch.
What a great speaker and story...
WOW, Thanks For Sharing!
Janine, You are an awesome woman and a inspiration. Thank you.