What trauma taught me about happiness | Lindsey Roy | TEDxKC

[@susanmazzanti5643]

I was hit by a car and had a broken neck. Thank you for helping me find a new way to move forward.

[@JaysonT1]

Susan Mazzanti How are you now?

[@harbhajankaur2907]

Punjabi

[@dbsk06]

Stay strong. Nothing is permanent

[@susanmazzanti5643]

This was several years ago and I still improve but I doubt I will ever get over this. I am old enough that the surgeon who did the neck fusion thought I probably would not grow enough bone to actually fuse my neck. I did and I still live alone. Not as well as I did before but I look for ways to manage. Thank you all caring. That helps me do what I need to do on the hard days.

[@BhaktaChand1]

Those 49 dislikes, I hope you are perfect. Thank you, Lindsey, for sharing such a wonderful and inspirational story.

[@sbakerproductions]

It took me two years to come to terms with my physical limitations after a violent assault. It wasn't until I bought into the process of healing wholeheartedly, especially the inner self. I can attest to her message and my deepest respect to Lindsey for sharing her story.

[@RalphDratman]

Remarkable level of honesty. Many thanks to Lindsey Roy for this excellent talk.

[@honestcheetah]

Someone once said something like, "if you look closely at what brings you tears you may see that you weep for the very things that brought you joy." -T.S. Eliot(?)

[@TheJuryIsOut]

What an amazing courageous soul. I hope you find healing and peace in your life. One of the few talks that had my undivided attention from start to finish. Some really inspiring pearls of wisdom to live by and deal with whatever life throws at you.

[@Kristiana-mb9lk]

I’m moving on from my trauma of the last 2 years, it happened so learn from it and move on, I can’t change that past but embrace the change that is coming, the change not only of my making but those close to me who have allowed me to see that I need to change, to engage with them at what level they wish to engage at, listen to new ideas not just that they are my friends or colleagues but because I trust them to hold in part my new life that I know is coming, to change my Negative hypnosis into a Positive one. ♥️

[@joanm3682]

I've had more than my share of personal trauma. This is the best TED talk I've ever heard- which is saying quite a lot. Thank you for your words of wisdom!!

[@lynguyen8590]

Trauma teaches one about strength. If you suffer you do not have to hide your sufferings. Trauma could be your greatest power.

[@cathihanauer6513]

I love this talk. Pure inspiration.

[@maureenurness9197]

Lindsey, as always, lots of "catch your breath moments", tears, and even laughter, in a talk about trauma. Loved it.

[@harenrussel]

Thank you Lindsey. You're courage, bravery, acceptance of your changes and rising up above it all is motivating and encouraging. Keep strong.

[@actionforanimals4862]

Lindsay's courage is inspiring. She offers a path forward for anyone struggling to live without trauma.

[@chrisburke2085]

Thanks for being you. God bless your family!

[@BhaktaChand1]

Such an inspirational story. Thank you for sharing. I can not understand why people would down vote such a beautiful story.

[@ronadiongon7075]

You are strong and truly an inspiration. This talk is so pure, you can hear the emotion in her voice. One of the best inspirational ted talks.

[@josephamankwa10]

2020 and am still watching. Inspiring

[@dennisnewton9384]

That’s awesome. You could have given up and been miserable and bitter. Great talk!

[@ShereeTrask]

Profound, inspiring and so courageous. Thank you for sharing your story of resilience and bravery!

[@НазымКорытникова]

You're so great and amazing! So honest and strong! I believe your talk helps a lot ot people...

[@jude1515]

Excellent speech and I admire your strength!

[@consc306]

“Focus on what’s in the present & what lies ahead”

[@Pro0osh]

She is the BEST !

[@alwanmaria]

I love this talk! It makes me so emotional evertime I see it! Beautiful!

[@hollowone777]

This is great. Thank you very much, I appreciate your candor and help. I'm in an extremely dark place in my life right now because of my difficult physical issues and this has given me a lot of things to think about and meditate on.

[@sempressfi]

Hope you are doing better 💜

[@nellyb.9340]

Lindsey- thank you for giving me hope and sharing your experience and wisdom, I thank you for your courage and you have a very large extended family and we love you and love each other,; we are united by one thing.

[@tammiwood3937]

Sp honored to hear your talk...you are amazing

[@mykel6406]

Thank you for your honesty, and authenticity, life changing

[@artsmart]

Well done Lindsey! Simply inspiring.

[@AChis-vg3fw]

Your talk is amazing. I listen to it when I’m struggling. I’m so grateful to you for shearing. Please know that you’re helping me to look for my perspective. Thank you so much 🙏

[@SamSung-zx9tb]

...two left feet...lol! Continued blessings and thank you for the 3rd person perspective.

[@alibeaumont-filder3185]

Amazing courage .. great perspective too .. humbled by your message .

[@benjoplin8302]

this is great. what a thoughtful and sensitive talk. thank you for the wisdom and inspiration, ms. roy.

[@olsparkywisenheimer8239]

Great talk. Being a trauma survivor enlightened me to many of these same things. I admit though, after living through trauma myself, I'd like to win the lottery for a scientific comparison.. lol

[@arlinegeorge6967]

Roy you are beautiful amazing impressive n courageous soul. Inspiring great talk. Thank you, bless you. All your dreams come true.

[@monkeyfacelove1283]

Needed this talk!❤️

[@mirandamiranda9579]

Amazing talk! you are a hero! You really inspire me to look at life challenges in a different perspective! thank you!

[@brendadrew834]

Great TedX talk...beautiful woman, inside and out!! Blessed be~

[@monstervan]

Thank you for sharing your story!

[@Chanesmyname]

It is really brave and kind to share your experiences and how you have managed and sorted these things to help other people with those lessons.

[@linishabhoyroo2145]

Thank you for this awesome perspective!🙏🏻💕🌸

[@pryncessyanni]

POWERFUL!

[@SandeepKumar-bt7is]

Vry vry inspiring Ted talk. It's one of my favorite

[@truebluewonderful1139]

New perspectives keep depression away from us too.

[@jimhammond9193]

Massive "Fist Pump"! Wow!!!

[@ArtandKitchen_]

My trauma taught me how to be happy by myself.

[@irektaflinski5449]

Wow life changing 👏🙏🏾💙😭

[@rockysage7760]

Thanks for this talk. It's insightful.

[@peanutbuttercookies6227]

I’m glad everyone is so inspired by this, but I’m having a hard time taking her seriously. She’s still able to work and earn her own money. She’s still able to bathe and dress herself independently. She can still think clearly. She has supportive friends and family. Sorry, but I don’t see her as a “survivor.” She just had an injury that she had to adjust to, but her life really isn’t that different than before her accident.

[@truebluewonderful1139]

I think you don't have enough life-experience to get it.

[@JaysonT1]

I'm a trama survivor and it hasn't improved me. Now, don't get me wrong, I'm not saying I salk in it and it's poor, poor me. However, it hasn't added anything really. It has taken away many things and you learn adapt. Maybe some/few find value in it but most just learn to adjust.

[@marksoberay2318]

Same here, I was in an accident that i lost multiple limbs

[@zylascope]

Thank you. Great advice.

[@TheCozyCushion]

Great Talk ;) I truly enjoyed it and will use a new perspective.

[@Labendvanbrosif]

Hey that’s my friends mom!!!

[@MrDan11422]

As much as I want to stay positive with someone that's negative. Confused about what to do

[@Sarahthompson2237]

Awesome, thank you… I’m trying-wiring

[@dasbeharifull-timemystic2075]

ok....so perspective training is the answer

[@jeandistefano5486]

Thank you. Gina in lights

[@selamselam3942]

Well done!!

[@riaspoint7374]

Good motivation Dear

[@jodie-annsemenov19]

💜💜💜

[@miraclegirl4634]

Beautiful

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[@Ella0158]

❤

[@ghazikutbi3206]

Lindsey Roy is right. What is the worst thing that could have happened. i. e. we should count our blessings bestowed to us by Almighty Allah, the creator, and none of our blessings should be taken for granted. Par example: an electrician was working with his plier in an electricity wall plug and all of a sudden the two electric poles touched the plier and a shock happened which caused a damage to the tool. Imagine if the plier does not have insulated handles.

[@robertcorderchiang3947]

My God

[@JyoSco007]

😊💕🙏💞😘

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Champ

[@gildardovalencia6323]

137

[@harvinkhaneja4688]

Accident Eksident Eiksidant Eksidnt

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Anchor Hainkar

[@amberscottcmt7400]

Does the microphone really have to pick up every sound her tongue makes inside of her mouth while she's talking? It's a good message, but dang girl, try hydrating your body before you have to give a speech on a microphone. Like the day before, cuz that dry mouth smacky sound is enough to send those of us with misophonia into the survival brain where we cannot absorb the message. Seriously, I wish there was a transcript for this one.

[@chantalgreen9035]

Where is your empathy

[@VladyslavKL]

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