Overcoming a Spinal Cord Injury: Claire's Story

A spinal injury at 17 didn't stop Claire Freeman achieving her dreams of completing a design degree, Masters and now PhD in the powerchair. Despite ticking things off her bucket-list, she was severely depressed. In a bizarre twist of fate, it was a mishap in a routine operation, which forced her to pause and address her issues… nearly two-decades after her car accident.
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[@tadpole53]

I love how she goes around in her wheelchair with her high heels on and her legs crossed. Lady like and bad ass.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Plastique, hope you enjoyed👍

[@SH-to8sh]

Haha

[@ilovesatan5951]

Plastique -she looks pretty cool

[@mimicoolwhip5991]

Plastique Thats a BOSS GIRL front & center! #shesdaboss #achairdontstopher #neverevergiveup #sheinspires

[@carolesitze7055]

Caring for tetraplegic

[@RAMONA3118]

As a fresh neurologist, I promise to do my best to help to make new steps toward curing.

[@isfj1009]

"I want to design wheelchairs where you see the person first.......not the chair." Powerful statement. Wonderful direction. Definite inspiration. :)

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for the comment isfj1009

[@cynthg9547]

Im in a wheelchair i like to decorate it make it nice cause its a part of my life /got in a car wreak 2011 broke my back

[@one567]

Its been a year since you posted this, im curious if is something you have looked into? what a great goal if you have.

[@MrDomestosWC]

It actually made me thinking, the wheelchair design hasn't been changed much for decades.

[@meiraloraduncan8953]

Keeper They were quoting something that Claire said towards the end of the video. It wasn’t necessarily something that the person who commented was planning to do.

[@sperformance.96]

37?? How? She looks like 24

[@Jake5537t]

Steven CC I thought she was 18 - 20 or something 👀

[@keelandavis9681]

I know man I was like what??

[@xaomixaomi8420]

U need to check ur eyes. ....ASAP

[@jamesdoe9531]

tons of makeup. Arround 18:05 you see the truth.

[@FubarMike]

@@jamesdoe9531 still not bad she looks 30s though without makeup

[@GalCharlotteOG]

Claire is a fine example of what true beauty really means!

[@AttitudeLive]

Thank you for watching Lisa!

[@erickalejandropullastaboad9718]

What is the meaning?

[@lwwelding8466]

@@erickalejandropullastaboad9718 Your that thick you need to ask

[@susannehall7234]

It comes from within. You can't define beauty. She is an inspiration to many people and gives them hope with her inner radiance which shines bright. She is alive and loves living. Despite her limitations she doesnt allow her disability to totally rule her life. She has come back from the brink and now realises that she can still serve a purpose improving others lives as well as her own.

[@Gamerz-oc6te]

I am 16 , 6 months back I had a paralysis attack ( quadriplegia) both hands and legs. Later doctors came to know by MRI that I was having incomplete spinal cord injury because infection in my spine. I was not able to move at all. I thought everything is finished but with the help of physiotherapy and having a supportive physiotherapist for 6 months now I can walk with the help of stick and I am trying to walk without any support and indepently. Don't lose your hope and confidence people will judge you anyways but you should stand strong for yourself.

[@Preeti-lw9jc]

How are you now hope you're doing well ❤️‍🩹

[@claydrummond9571]

I'm 39 male living in New Zealand, 5 years ago found a tumour on my s1l5, pain 24/7 and slowly losing feeling in my legs, no family but a few good friends. This movie helped. Thank x

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Clay! We're glad this episode helped you.

[@redbutterflynine]

Clay Drummond Prayers 🌹

[@realrussianreview1186]

Cheers brother. Much prayers

[@katrinashostakovich3607]

How are you doing, Clay?

[@hiddentruth8741]

Blessings

[@xenazenx2241]

That man is an awesome friend . I love this video.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching xena, hope you enjoyed👍

[@justhavefun2640]

he achieved an unachievable level of friendzone

[@justhavefun2640]

dan bravo. oh , i didn't think of that possibility

[@paulharrison7948]

Poor bastard got friendzoned bigtime !!

[@meirsolomon5626]

How do you know he's "just" a friend? ;-)

[@jasminreynolds9181]

Claire, you are in inspiration. I am also in a wheelchair since my 20s, am now 52. I know there are bad days but you have lifted mine. Love always, Jasmin.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Jasmin, glad to hear you enjoyed watching Claire's story 😊

[@jayangli]

Jasmin may I ask how it happen?

[@danpastirik3682]

I am a paraplegic T9. I have been paralyzed for almost 2 years and totally understand how it took you years between denial and acceptance. I have acquired new skills over the past two years, but have been non-committal on learning as if things are going to automatically improve. I am head back to he rehabiliation unit now to learning independancy skills. Your story is very inspiring, thank you for publishing!

[@TheINFJChannel]

Hi Dan! I'm 4 years late but was compelled to comment. I genuinely hope you're well, warm, safe, happy. Thinking of you and your recovery. *YOU GOT THIS* 💗🤜🤛

[@jvertrees1988]

I feel bad for the guilt her mom must live with. Such a tragic and awful mistake with a life changing outcome for her daughter. I think it’s beautiful that they have a good relationship despite the past. How devastating..

[@sriramappa.mmuniyappa822]

Truly speaking no body wishes or foresees an accident. A mom is always a mom and she always thinks only some thing good to her children. So there is no point in blaming the mom.

[@edwigcarol4888]

very very sadly the perfect storm: the Mother sleep-deprived has a "microsleep-event" during driving and the daughter has no belt.. Probably has been the first surgeon sadly also deeply sleep-deprived when operating the first time...

[@drumtravelfun]

My heart goes out to the Mom. She still obviously carries the weight of the accident. I hope someday she can let go, realize it was an accident, nothing more (easier said then done, I understand). Love to her.

[@Pebble_Collector]

Well I mean it could have been prevented if she didn't fall asleep at the wheel and made her daughter wear a seatbelt.

[@alejc5192]

It is and will be very difficult, many times we ask ourselves "what would have happened if... " I think her mom will hardly be able to let go of the guilt she has, because even though Claire has advanced and has a pretty good life, any mother would like to see her daughter standing without the help of others.

[@enoidsk7169]

I really feel for the mum. Wish her lots of love.

[@kgspvgsp7569]

@@Pebble_Collector its part of her life now just as paralysis is part of her daughtets life

[@rainwhenidie6666]

I feel I may be uniquely qualified to relate heavily to the mother. There is absolutely no way to predict the future and crazy things happen. She can't blame herself. Easier said than done. 33 years ago my father owned his own auto shop and salvage yard. He used a trojan loader's bucket to lift the back of a car off the ground so he could cut the rear axle out in preparation to be put in a crusher and crushed. One morning he had me with him like normal and I was riding along with him and he had me stay up in the seat because he didnt want me running around with the car not being safe for a toddler to run around and I remember some things but I guess I started to play like I was impersonating my father as a heavy equipment operator and the hydraulic lever could only be operated one way while the engines are off and as you could guess I played with the wrong lever and dropped the bucket as my father was under the car. My father says he remembers the bucket coming down and jumped under it to try and protect himself and 2000 plus pounds of solid steel layed on him and he heard a loud pop and was instantly paralyzed. I for some reason remember getting out and running to the house yelling my daddy is dead over and over and my mother running down and called emergency services. Although I was far too young to be left in such a dangerous piece of equipment alone Ive always had moments of feeling responsible. Cant help but think my childhood was different from other kids watching kids running around with their father and not doing some things because of a stupid pull of a lever I did as a 2 yr old. I hope she doesnt beat herself up just because something can be prevented doesnt mean we as humans always notice and things happen. We are human after all.

[@hotflippinmess9178]

Oh man. This is such a bitter sweet story. I feel so bad for her mom for feeling so much guilt. They are both incredible.

[@leanderrowe2800]

As a mother myself, I fully understand her guilt feeling but accidents do happen. As a working single mother myself, I was tired all the time and I did AMOST fall asleep many times on the wheel with children in the car. So I learned to pull aside and close my eyes for a while and that helped. Please people, stop and pull aside when you feel you need to rest your eyes.

[@southernplayero3940]

I admire how she keeps going no matter what . She is a truly inspiration .

[@aricmackenthun1206]

She is a very beautiful young woman. I wish her nothing but the very best for the rest of her life.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Aric, hope you enjoyed watching!

[@jessiecastille8185]

I also became disabled after falling out of my moms truck, and ended up under the right front tire.I was very young. I don't remember any of that day. I am wheelchair bound. But live life as it comes. You are so beautiful! I am happy you have a good friend to help you. That is Awesome, Thumbs up to you dude.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Jessie Castille 😊

[@jgroenveld1268]

I was in total denial when I first sustained my disability thinking this is just a phrase and everything will go back to normal. Than you approach that low point coming to the realization that I will never get back to normal. But what I defined as "normal" needed... a new definition hence a new outlook on life. I'm still not quite there emotionally but I'm over the moon meeting people whom I would never meet if it wasn't for that event.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thank you very much for sharing J Groenveld

[@nyla-amarasmit8117]

J Groenveld do you live in europe holland? You have a dutch name. What disability do u have? Xx

[@MzClementine]

Aw!!! So lovely to hear! Hugs love!!!

[@spike16965]

I was that way being diagnosed with epilepsy I know it's not the same as being paralyzed but it can be paralyzing when not able to control your body ever so often from jerks or seizures

[@sierrasiennasavahnadesertn6605]

Play Christian 'healing prayer' utube videos as much as you want, people get healed every day just from watching them. Even our dog received healing in her eye. I play Benny Hinn's healing prayer utube videos and there is more. People say the spine can't heal but God can fix anything. 🤗😉 Also, I had excruciating neck pain and it vanished while I was reading the Bible out loud one night so definantly do that every day. Pray every day and look up healing scriptures online and quote them. God bless you so much and your spine be right in Jesus' name!

[@geoffbarnes2758]

Driven. Tough. Smart. Confident. Helps others. What an amazing woman. 😍

[@genevieveflowers1246]

I was 19 years old when I had my car accident 1 1/2 years ago. I was also sleeping in the back seat without my belt, our car flipped 5 times and my foot was almost ripped off from my leg. They were able to save it but I'm considering an elective amputation because of severe pain and very limited mobility in my foot. No matter what life throws your way you can always make the best of it! 💘 Embrace your body however you are, everything happens for a reason! When there's a will, there's a way

[@brutallyhonestguy5985]

I hope you are doing better now.

[@robinswaytoday]

I have been an incomplete quad since 1974. I don't see myself in a wheelchair but just my normal self. Attitude and our will to move forward means everything. I saw my life experiences in your story . Thanks for sharing.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Robin and sharing your story with us. Glad to hear you enjoyed our documentary 😊

[@John-hg5pw]

1996 here. Jesus Christ is returning soon. He is coming! The corruptiple must put on incorruptible. Amen!

[@sararickmore1195]

People like you leave people like me in awe - your spirit and courage is so inspiring

[@louiedangelo3843]

Your are amazing Robin, great attitude.

[@sierrasiennasavahnadesertn6605]

Play Christian 'healing prayer' utube videos as much as you want, I get healing when I play them. I play Benny Hinn's 'healing prayer' utube videos and there are others. You can read in their comment areas that many people are getting healed. Even our dog received healing in her eye. People say the spine can't heal but God can fix anything. 🤗😉

[@botibomaus]

Every once in a while I watch videos like this just to remind myself that even though life isnt always easy...there are people out there who were dealt an even tougher hand in life. Claire is a very inspirational and strong woman, thanks for sharing your story!

[@kgspvgsp7569]

I dont think u should be saying this, these are real people and not a tool for u

[@justinmalone8518]

Oh wow, I’m a c5 incomplete also. You have so much more hand and upper body function than I do! Looking good Claire!

[@hughlingard]

Our bodies may break but our souls never will.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Brian , hope you enjoyed!

[@MoonChicken1]

Our bodies WILL break. It's just a question of how much time we have until it does.

[@keelandavis9681]

I believe my soul was broken before I had my spinal stroke.

[@herewegokids7]

@@keelandavis9681 souls can definitely break

[@alexeechambers5807]

She could be a model in Milan, seriously gorgeous - but it's what's beyond the face that is really lovely.

[@kricket8801]

Just saw a video recommended about her in Milan, modeling. I'm gonna go ahead and credit you lol

[@shannonknoernschild5787]

i find you to be so incredibly aww inspiring and beautiful inside and out. I really needed to find your video and watch. I am a Mother of a young girl who was in a ski accident, a year ago March 11 2017 and she is a now T11 para. Your stories almost match, she was 18 and starting to receive all of her college acceptance letters when the accident happened. Our family has been struggling to gain footing and search for knowledge to help her as best as we can. She did end up going to University and loves to prove naysayers wrong, just like you. I am so happy you are trying to change how people see the rolling world. Thank you, from Seattle wa.

[@sierrasiennasavahnadesertn6605]

Have her play Christian 'healing prayer' utube videos , I get healing when I play them. Benny Hinn has some and there are others. Excruciating neck pain vanished while I was reading the Bible out loud so do that every day, quote healing scriptures. 🤗😉

[@jerryel2]

Hi, I'm 74 years old and have been a para for 48 years. You "youngsters" I see on the Net are still inspirational as I think some of the reasons life is different for wheelchair users now is because myself and many others paved the way...In the US anyway. Raised two daughters from infancy as a single parent which gave me the early drive to keep going. I think the hardest part was learning how to live with myself because unless I could do that I couldn't live with others. It certainly wasn't easy and even after 48 years I still have to bite my tongue sometimes and say to myself it just isn't worth it..."Move on". So it's been a series of "moving ons" but with aging it's a very slow move now. Still independent and my daughters grew up to be caring successful people with their own families, and life goes on, albeit slowly now. The world is all yours now, make it even better.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for that beautiful message Jerry. We hope you enjoyed the documentary and are living a happy & healthy life!

[@renukathonas8416]

Can you record a prson who walked after c 5 injury in three weeks?? Me

[@gmail2731]

My wife is a quad C6-7 since '06. Your comments @ 7:15 ring so true for how I see her and how I think she feels about herself. She has really let herself go and will not talk about her real feelings. You are impressive and I hope you continue to tell your story. Hopefully injured out there will hear it and live by your example. I wish my wife would.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching G Mail! Hope you enjoyed

[@li1misskates]

The part about forgiving your mom brought tears to my eyes! My mom is my best friend too. Keep rocking, girl.

[@CherokeeMoor]

I'm recovering from a back injury and I've been feeling really down about it and how much of an inconvenience it's been for me. Watching this made me humble....

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for sharing Yaa, hope the recovery goes well! Thanks for watching!

[@dawnklug6986]

Yaa Sera, It's all a downer for all of us who have been injured. Don't worry. just get back as much as possible to being who you were prior to your injury. All of us will go through adjustment periods , sometimes for years, though we finally come 'round to reality. Are you paralyzed or just a "walking wounded"? I'm 37 years a quad (same type of injury level as Claire and lack tricep muscles also, but decent dexterity when I concentrate.

[@nwatson2773]

Hang in there. Let the tears come but remember you are strong and fierce!

[@godislove7500]

I had excruciating neck fractures and the pain went away while I was reading the bible out loud one day. My bones , joints and whole body felt so much stronger also. So never forget your daily bible reading out loud for a few minutes or more, pray every day in Jesus' name and always be faithful with your tithing.

[@kgspvgsp7569]

@@godislove7500 are you for real?

[@carolynkor3021]

Gracious, Beautiful young woman. I can't imagine what her Mom also went through.

[@hunterjumper5892]

I was paralyzed at 55 in a freak accident. Your words about feeling like everybody stares at you disapprovingly. Your story amazing and more. Wow. Completely related on all. Thank u!

[@JulikaAcademy]

She's so talented and beautiful. Very inspiring story.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Julia Jolie! Hope you enjoyed 😊

[@giorozza]

Oi Julia! Você também é! Sigo seu canal e recentemente ajudei uma moça com transtorno bipolar através de um dos seus vídeos.

[@JulikaAcademy]

Obrigada Giovanna! Muito feliz com a sua mensagem

[@usamaaliatiq3896]

Tears..😢😢😢

[@DoloresJRush]

It was really hard for me to listen to Claire's story of thinking of assisted suicide, because my brother, an alcoholic, died by his own hand. Then I fell and herniated a disc in my lower back a few years ago and with it came incredible pain, but I think it is harder for my birth family to accept the hardware I now live with as I see a "tool," not the stigma, so I'm beginning to think that's the difference between my brother and I. We were both disabled in our own way, but I think he had lost hope that things could ever change for the better. I'm grateful that Claire didn't end her life and that she's now feeling confident enough to share her story. And I'm also glad to hear that she is thinking of designing better tools for us to use! Thank you Claire! :) And thank you "Attitude" for bringing us these lovely videos of OVERCOMING people!!!

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for your comment Dolores! We're really happy to hear you enjoy and appreciate our documentaries 😊

[@jessecarson3021]

I'm a 36 year old male. had a spinal tumour..surgery caused me to be paralyzed..i go months without showering,don't leave house,I'm in so much deep depression..its been 4 years and still havnt excepted it..wish to JESUS CHRIST I was as strong as these people

[@kumikoStarss]

I don't know you. But I truly believe you shouldn't give up because you're stronger than your disability. Fight that depression!

[@iloveujesusxo]

Jesse Carson -- Jesse, you're in my thoughts and prayers. God will substain you and carry you through this... Keep your eyes on Him. He's faithful and He sooo loves you. Lifting you up in Jesus' mighty name I pray. Amen. ♥🙏

[@nyla-amarasmit8117]

Jesse Carson im srry to hear that. Ive myself are depressed too.. Im 31 i have crohn kidney problems benign braintumor and chronic pain in my body. Every 4 weeks IV med. Also alot of meds besides that. Morphine also. I live mostly in my room. I live now with my second dad. He takes care of me. But i feel very lonely. Do u have help to take care of you? ⚘⚘⚘⚘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘

[@lululovesyou7618]

Jesse- I hear you- you are not alone. There are a lot of us with similar experiences . We'll get there.

[@redbutterflynine]

God and prayers 🌹 that's the answer 💓💕🌹

[@djsiroki]

Hálás vagyok azoknak az embereknek, akik segítenek neked, és szeretnek téged. Óriási dolgot csinálsz végig minden egyes nap. Le a kalappal a lelkierőd előtt, és előtted. Csodáslatos ember vagy. Örülök, hogy egy kicsit megismerhettelek. Greetings from Hungary

[@discardedarchitect8638]

Staying so independent in a situation like this is so inspiring. I have epilepsy and seize around 10 times a day but wow, I am so thankful for what I do have.

[@maddieebobaddiee]

oh I thought the support worker was her boyfriend 😂 they look so adorable together

[@Jadenicoleluna]

I hope he stayed around they get married

[@rx.rabbit]

This is beautifully shot.. I guess it helps when your subject is drop dead gorgeous!

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Tokiorose, hope you enjoyed!

[@katelynnmcdougall9826]

Claire and her caregiver have a very good friendship I can see that blooming into a beautiful relationship 🥰

[@NS1.]

Her positivity is inspiring. Also, I'm wondering why they aren't a couple. It seems like they care for each other, more than just friends.

[@kaz6655]

What amazing woman , she’s not only very beautiful with a smile that lit up the sky but so inspiring.

[@deemariedubois4916]

Claire you never gave up. In even your dark times, you pushed through. You are an inspiration.

[@anneshewell8799]

Hello Claire, I am watching your "story" and am just absolutely in love with you and your attitude. I needed to watch this story because number 1 it's a wonderful story and 2 I had back surgery 4 years ago that went wrong, I am able to walk a bit but when I do the pain is excruciating and I try to manage pain with turmeric and advil because I became so dependent on Opioids that I couldn't think anymore. I have become so depressed that I seem to sit and watch movies and KZbin. After watching your story I joined a gym close to my apartment and am working out with a goal of walking without a cane or crutches. I want to "Thank You" for the inspiration and the realization that I have a chance to walk and I know you wouldn't just sit around if you had a chance to walk! THANK YOU so much for the inspiration. I'm also a designer, landscape architect.

[@Preeti-lw9jc]

How are you now hope you're doing well ❤️‍🩹

[@jamesfortner9695]

I think she is arguably the prettiest Woman I've ever seen. Beautiful Green eyes and smile. I heard her talking about her freckles ....those freckles make her even prettier.

[@florence1395]

Her freckles are her beauty spots…………she’s beautiful!

[@DONALD1951]

Wow...amazing that you designed and built your own home...I built 3 homes and it’s very difficult for anyone without physical disabilities...good for you for sure. And the dog is so cute.

[@kimberlee3243]

Incredibly inspiring! Your strength and tenacity are such a force! Hello from the US 😊

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Kimber , hope you enjoyed!

[@drenica97]

Kimber Lee hello Kimber!

[@SitDownPerspective]

31 years a paraplegic, you have my admiration

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for the support SitDownPerspective

[@dawnklug6986]

37 here :)

[@quicktastic]

Wonderful and inspirational video. One thing I learned from it is that the world is a better place with Claire in it. I'm glad she made the choice she did.

[@glorytoukraine9442]

she is great

[@lizajane1878]

As a Mom too,I feel so much for your Mom. Even you cannot truly understand her deepest pain. She caused irreparable damage to her child. That is her narrative so her reality. I believe her remaining life is far worse than yours. Glad you stopped resenting her. She cannot bear more pain. I am so glad you made a life and you are beautiful. I pray for your Mom.

[@heathercatcatherine]

She is so incredibly well spoken! It makes me so happy to see her thriving!

[@1purplerose]

From Seaford, Delaware, USA. WOW! Made my 1st comment before finishing video. I'm a nurse working the night shift. Had to check on my baby client. So, I'm back. You have got it together in a real good way. I'm so glad u didn't go thru with the assisted suicide. You have so much to offer. You and ur male companion looked so happy at the end of video. I know God will bless the rest of your journey. 💖💝💜

[@blzr1155]

Claire you are a inspiration to others and myself, thank you for making the world a little bit better. I hope you succeed at every goal you set for yourself.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thank you for watching Blazer1155 1

[@paulanewhouse4252]

Wow. She is so beautiful. What a strong person. I wish her and her mom well.

[@desiertoscacti5388]

Being body abled and still "broken" inside due to various issues, I can relate to her having felt broken once. Very inspiring, honest person. Loved the video and wishing her the best in life.

[@avisboulter2698]

Claire, you are inspiring many. I hope you continue to design. You do make a difference. Wishing you the best.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Avis! Hope you enjoyed and stay tuned!

[@janella4561]

You know it would have been so easy to cry for her but her attitude is just so awe inspiring that you simply forget that she has the disability. Good for you Claire good for you....

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching janella4561, hope you enjoyed!

[@ReSearcherSusie]

Wow. Claire has an indomitable, beautiful spirit! What an amazing woman. I’m so grateful that she’s alive, that she’s actively pursuing her dreams! What a great inspiration! Thank you Claire!!!

[@dooddirl1]

What a beautiful human being, inspired is only part of how I feel after learning her tragic story. Ma’am I’m in awe of you.

[@2kiona]

Wow lady. You are an inspiration to all. When I get in my "pity pot" moments, I look at this video and realize I have zero problems compared to what my neighbor may be going through you know? Keep pushing, keep dreaming, and never give up.

[@StephWeller]

I love what you guys are doing. My 3 year mark will be coming up in January and I'm planning to open up more about my injury and the condition that caused it. You're stronger than you think x

[@AttitudeLive]

Thank you for watching

[@jamesfrench8015]

I was on the same self improvement as Claire many years ago now. We were all so incredibly moved by her story and the release she experienced when she let go of holding onto the tension and grudge with her mother. Wow so cool to see where she is as now!

[@raegruder4626]

I've worked with people in wheelchairs one of the biggest complaints I've gotten was people say they aren't noticed in their chair. people don't look them in the eye, you're a breath of fresh air ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@justinaplowden9350]

Thank you so much for making feel like I can start to accept all the grief I I've never accepted...you inspire me!

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Justina, glad to hear this has made a positive difference 😊

[@alliebeth77]

You are an inspiration to us all. It is unbelievable how you answer everyone's comments. We should all be grateful for what kind of life we are given. Thank you!!!

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Allie! We love interacting with our subscribers 😊

[@mmmmlllljohn]

Great lady - glad she has such great support! She has done so much with her life already. You go girl!🇨🇦 All the best from Canada.

[@kimoconnor495]

I came across your video by chance,I think you are awesome such a inspiration truly beautiful inside and out. I've become disabled and at 55 thought life was the worst but seeing you made me smile .Your mum must have felt awful and been devastated over your accident. I'm so glad you have moved on and your relationship is better.Your friend seems a great guy so caring and seems to understand your needs.You have a beautiful relationship whatever it is. I wish you all the best and hope your life just keeps getting better and better. Enjoy every moment because life is short and living with regrets suck.

[@robertfarley8425]

Truly amazing Claire, I was teary eyed in segments. Then had inspiration for your mind set you have embedded in your self. May God continue to guide you on your life's journey. XOXO

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Robert, hope you stay tuned! 😊

[@emiliodilorenzo5107]

I suffered a T9 SCI 25 years ago. Your story is so very similar to mine especially when you talk about the mental aspect of the injury. I had such a hard time explaining my feelings because people do not understand your state of mind with an SCI injury. You perfectly described it and it mirrors exactly my own feelings. I went through a really hard divorce because of it. People just want you to move on and forge ahead but if you do not deal with what happened to you it all comes crashing down at some point. For me it was 18 years post injury.

[@robray7106]

I can tell you're a fighter and all around beautiful person! I wish you all the best from San Antonio, TX USA.

[@colin101981]

Inspiring! Totally inspiring. I'm a powerchair user (spinal injury lumbar). We NEED people like you to challenge what can be done. THANK YOU so much for posting this. Greetings from North Wales UK

[@sEaNoYeAh]

She's actually gorgeous. She has a great style and a really lovely smile too. Beautiful woman.

[@TheVictorb69]

You are truly an inspiration & I can't thank you enough!!

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching TheVictorb69, hope you enjoyed👍

[@TheVictorb69]

Attitude may I ask a question of you? I have watched several videos of tetraplegics & have watched vlogs so I have a question if you don't mind answering? You seem to get on much better then most tetraplegics especially with your arms and control. Most tetraplegics I've seen don't so does it get better over time? Also I think you are soooo inspirational and the power of forgiveness you have shown & talked about helped me sooo very much!!! I hope you make more videos!! Do you have a KZbin channel?!! Best regards, Victoria ✍🏽🤗

[@michelep.4380]

Inspirational beyond SCI disabilities, she spoke of many key thoughts that I can relate to and became motivated from as a Stroke Survivor. Thank you.

[@karlaplascencia7998]

Thank you for making this video. You’re showing us what true strength is. You’re very special. I hope your mom is proud of you.

[@LynJegher]

You are a very brave soul! Congrats

[@kaedebaker4624]

okay but what's really impressive is that she fits a wheelchair in an audi tt

[@1purplerose]

From Seaford, Delaware, USA. You have obviously come a very long way, physically and all around. So happy for you. Amazing you were able to get ur degrees. I hope all ur dreams come true. Your house is beautiful.

[@Tara........]

Thank you, Claire, for sharing your remarkable story. You are an inspiration. I wish you all the very best.

[@nigeriahoston9565]

God bless you two .

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Nigeria 👍

[@SuperMissblueeyes]

Claire, you're totally awesome!

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching SuperMissblueeyes!

[@ekassien]

Clare is an amazing, inspiring woman, & so is John, her support worker. What an amazing pair!

[@nancybeveridgetaylor3256]

Grief is a life long process. It is not a one time experience. Those things we lose we never get back, and we never "get over it" we incorporate our experiences into our lives in meaningful ways.

[@salvadorrodenas3071]

Thank you for sharing this with us. It´s a story of suffering, I was very sad while I was watching your extraordinary video, putting myself in the skin of a beautiful teenager full of dreams, who suddenly sees her life plans truncated and how this situation gets to a point of almost no return and... finally, thanks to God and all the good people that surrounds you, be able to make peaces with all your personal demons and find your well deserved happiness. I´m happy too.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for your kind message Salvador, we hope you enjoyed the documentary!

[@salvadorrodenas3071]

Attitude you're welcome. It's me who gives you thank you for addressing to me. you are lovely. bye

[@makalaka123]

so inspiring! she's very motivating in how to change a not so ideal situation to a positive!!

[@AttitudeLive]

Yeah she's pretty awesome Lan 95, hope you enjoyed!

[@nia-simonne1491]

This humbled me so much. You are an incredible human being and you’re a strong tenacious woman. You have opened my eyes so much ,because we often take simple things for granted and watching this has broadened my horizons. I hope you recover with the help from God and I will definitely keep you in my prayers. God bless you love❤️love from America

[@rayrocher6887]

thanks for being more courageous and determined than i had been. i have learned from you, persistence.

[@evanskimberlyevans]

You inspire me. I appreciate your candid honesty. I have C5-C6 and C6-C7 spinal fusion from car accident when I was 18years old. I am inspired and renewed by your strength and courage. Also...how do you drive? Love your doggie too btw. Thank you for sharing with us!

[@jobo8281]

Amazing woman.

[@Useless_101]

She is absolutely stunning! She said she isnt a model but i disagree! She 100 percent has to opportunity to be one! Intelligent, funny, stunning, innovative, driven and most of all a warrior ❤❤❤

[@iainbannerman1543]

Man, what an inspirational video, I have so much respect for you. I wish you well.

[@bliss7166]

I can’t imagine how guilty I would feel if I was her mum. This really makes me value how important it is to be safe on the roads! Claire is an amazing woman and I respect her perseverance. Her friend at the start is amazing and kind-hearted as well.

[@melissanunn5664]

love this video, I am from the US and there isn't really videos like this. There needs to be more videos about people succeeding and living their life while being in a chair. Its always videos about people walking and overcoming their disabilities but none about learning to live differently while in the chair.

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks Melissa, we really appreciate those kind words. We hope you keep watching!

[@easyspanishwithluz6861]

Such an example of courage, drive and resiliency!! Amazing story!!

[@mickey3387]

Incredible story, of strength, courage, tenacity, & a willingness to look inside to the light & shadows that challenge us to our core. A beautiful woman & soul, who has ridden the waves of her highs & lows, & come out on the other end, over & over with new insights & new ways of thinking. Bless you Claire, for you have helped many people & myself in knowing what it is to discover miracles in one's daily life if you look & work hard enough. Thank you for your inspiring story. You are a miracle..

[@monicadahlin]

Very nice! Here in Sweden the worse thing for me and my wheelchair is the snow, it’s real hard to take a stroll to the store or something, I have been out about 5 times yet this winter, besides the times I just been in or out the car.

[@houseofsolomon2440]

As you probably know, they have mobility vehicles that are designed for off-pavement use, with much larger tires w/aggressive tread design, higher clearance & electric propulsion geared for situations requiring more torque (snow, mud, steep slopes, stairs, etc. Cheers & best of luck 🌿

[@nicolasmikah4168]

Amazing, inspiring and a beautiful lady, greetings from Lebanon 🇱🇧

[@AttitudeLive]

Thanks for watching Nicolas Mikah, glad to hear you enjoyed. From the Attitude team in New Zealand 😊

[@macbuff81]

Beautiful...inside and out. Claire has a really great taste in fashion. Her work in helping others adjust and to regain as much as independence as possible is really beautiful as well. I hope in the not-so-distant future we can regrow/repair spinal cord injuries. Let's also always always remind our kids to wear their seat-belts. They save lives. I've also at one point or another rushed to what I felt was an important appointment. This story once again reminds all of us that NOTHING is more important than one's health. I currently struggle with one boss at one part-time job. I greatly respect his work ethic. It is his own business after all. However, he also really does not live a healthy lifestyle in part because he allows customers to constantly hassle him. He method of coping is really unhealthy and I am still trying to figure out how to set my own boundaries. I struggled with anxiety and depression for a while and one of the triggers in my case is lack of sleep esp. in the morning. For a long time I thought of myself as lazy and somehow broken because I couldn't really function in the morning before 9am. At this point though I have come to accept that I am not broken. I simply function differently. One thing I am trying to figure out now is how to operate in this world being the way I am. I am considering becoming a mental health counselor. This would allow me to help others and also allow me to set my own hours. It is still a work in progress now. Claire's work in making wheelchairs and the needed accessories "sexy" and organic is truly inspiring. Art informs science and vice versa. Claire is a great example of this. There is similar work being done for functional prosthetics which also looks amazing. Taking cues from anime series for example.

[@jerrychetty2524]

She is a lovely young lady and just so awesome and inspiring despite her tragic experience