Embracing Pain | Hannah Wheeler | TEDxYouth@Lancaster

As an athlete, seventeen year old Hannah was used to dealing with pain. However, when she developed Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome, the pain was debilitating. While most of us avoid pain, Hannah has learned to embrace it. Her talk explains the lessons we can all learn by accepting and embracing pain. Hannah Wheeler, 17, is a recent graduate from Solanco High School. During her senior year, she attended Lancaster County Career and Technology Center for their Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Program. She will be attending Ithaca College in the fall for Occupational Therapy. She fell in love with the profession by attending Occupational Therapy for her pain disorder. Her pain disorder has revealed her passion for helping people in the midst of their pain. She has worked with the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and A.I. DuPont Children’s Hospital to raise money and make cards for children with pain disorders. She has enjoyed being a summer camp counselor for the past two years and hopes to continue working with children and people with special needs. In her spare time, she also enjoys being outdoors, running, swimming, biking, and spending time with her family. She has two siblings, a twin sister and a younger sister. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

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best line " What we feel does not define us "

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So glad to be friends with this beautiful strong young lady! Listening to this is amazing and she is true inspiration to many. Working alongside you was always a joy.

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To think that you have been through so much and you continue to persevere through it all is absolutely amazing. You are truly an inspiration to so many people and this video has truly opened my eyes to a whole new perspective on life. Thank you :)

[@lavana47]

Due to my Lyme, pain is part of the illness. Thank you so much for a look at what pain can be! Very good video for anyone facing trails not just pain. Prayers to you on your journey!

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You are my hero.

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Under rated.