From teen despair, to owning the chair | Gem Hubbard | TEDxUniversityofEastAnglia
Having suffered a spinal cord injury that left her an active wheelchair user, Gem is not one to be limited to the movements of her wheelchair. She views what people term ‘disability’ as a superpower, and advocates the idea of being content in yourself. Gem’s talk at TEDxUniversityofEastAnglia is truly a breath of fresh air, and leaves you with a bolus of inspiration. Having suffered a spinal cord injury that left her an active wheelchair user, Gem is not one to be limited to the movements of her wheelchair. Instead, with her KZread channel Wheels no heels, she begun an online movement with her positive outlook. She views what people term ‘disability’ as a superpower, and advocates the idea of being content in yourself. 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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I remember seeing your hair tutorials on Instagram and loving them and then when I discovered you were a wheelchair user like myself it was so inspiring for me. My story is similar to yours regarding social media in that seeing other woman who use wheelchairs has completely changed my view of myself in a really positive way. You are certainly one of the people that made a massive difference to my life so thank you so much. Love from New Zealand :-)
Hi Gem, you are definitely an inspiration to me. Thank you
Amazing talk Gem. Send you lot of love 💖💖💖
This is honestly one of the best things I’ve seen. You are so amazing and an inspiration to all, disabled or not. Your words all had such depth and meaning in them. I am personally not disabled, but I feel empowered by everything you said and I want to be the best I can be. Thank you for being so awesome and a great role model for all!
Gem, your talk is amazing! 💚 You're a so beautiful person inside and outside, your talk was so honest and touching (I come from your channel, which I discovered with your collab with Jessica). Thanks for the effort and the engagement and the spoons you put into that project, it turns out wonderful! I really hope lots of disabled teens stumble upon your videos, I truly believe it can make a great deal.
Gem, this talk was just brilliant and I’m so glad that it has now been released.
Dear Gem, this was fantastic! You must have been so thrilled to tell your story in front of so many people! Great talk!! And I love your outfit ;)and hair either.
What a strong woman you are. You give me strength as in the near future I am seeing a wheel chair in my life. God Bless You and Your undying strength. <3
Im honoured to be a subscriber, she has helped me so much with my confidence. x
Well done Gem! This is a fantastic talk and you delivered it so well. Your passion for what you do shines through :)
This video bought tears to my eyes. I am so proud of you gem. I have lived all the years by your side and saw all your struggles first hand. You have grown into a beautiful, strong, intelligent woman despite, at times , the odds being stacked against you. You truly are an inspiration and I am honoured to call you my sister. Well done. Love you xx
Sooo proud to be a subscriber of Gem's !!!! 💚💚💚
Was a wonderful talk..thank you
Beautiful speech
Gem . What a wonderful talk . You are truly an inspiration . How do I subscribe to your wheelsnoheals ? I hope you go from strength to strength and end up with a zillion subscribers . Well done
Inspirational babe!!! xx
You are a beautiful and upbeat!
GEM 💎
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Amen...