LET’S GET INSPIRED
Inspirational
An anonymous author stated, “Sometimes real superheroes reside in the hearts of small children battling significant challenges.” It wasn’t until I stumbled upon my medical and educational records in my mother’s closet that I truly comprehended the impact of my disability on my academic journey.
I confronted formidable obstacles that had been shielded from me. I want to share with the world how my mother and other individuals who crossed my path served as sources of inspiration for my accomplishments.
Motivational
Susan Boyle, a former contestant on America’s Got Talent, disclosed that she experienced a mild brain injury at birth. She aims to inspire individuals with similar challenges by demonstrating that disabilities should not hinder one’s aspirations. I share a comparable history of brain trauma and firmly advocate for not allowing disabilities to dictate one’s potential.
My determination to succeed stems from my refusal to accept the phrase “I can’t.” I aspire to share my journey and encourage others who may feel overwhelmed by life’s obstacles.
Inspirational
Undisclosed Disabilities
The “They Never Told Me” speech is inspirational in that his parents never revealed the severity of his disabilities that was discovered until after their deaths.
Motivational
Undereducated to Educator
The “From the Uneducated To The Educator” speech is based on his diagnosis with a severe learning disability however, ending up teaching in the higher education arena.
When I saw my classmates advancing to another class, I thought I was being punished similar to home when I stayed in a room while my siblings were outside However, I never knew that my not advancing had to do with a learning disability. Transitioning from that undereducated individual to a dynamic educator today motivated me to tell my story.