The illusion of accountability through the eyes of an addict | Jenny McCombs | TEDxYouth@SunsetBeach
Through her Personal Story of Breaking through the Shame and Stigma tied to Addiction and Substance Abuse Disorder, Jenny Miner McCombs will openly discuss where the The Illusion of Accountability lies in our Changing World Today, through the eyes of a Healthcare Professional working amidst this Global Pandemic. Jenny Miner McCombs is the Originator and Creator of the mental Health Awareness Blog, Drowning in Madagascar, Authoring a Six Book Series currently being penned bearing the same name. 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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3 Words for you Jenny - WELL FRICKEN DONE! I loved seeing you up on stage how powerful! Loved it.
Brave talk and, at the same time, so incredibly important. Thank you for sharing the struggle and the need to get out of assumptions and be kind.
I’ve just heard my story through your words.
@theaddictempath
4 ай бұрын
I am honored and humbled to hear this! Your Kindness is indeed Life Sustaining!
"all of me is good" nicely done!
So much anguish led to your healing. It is a mighty hard road. Kindness is everything.
Really inspirational, your message is so important and more people need to hear it
Brave talk Jenny McCombs!! Congrats!! 👏👏
@theaddictempath
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
I was not expecting what you did almost at the end of your talk! Wow! Such courage and bravery! Thank you and Congratulations on your talk!
@theaddictempath
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your support and encouragement! Your kindness is Life Sustaining!
WOW, Jenny! I love your conviction, your passion, your courage, your strength to speak truth. Thank you for making it to the mountaintop (and then some) and for leading the way. Congratulations on this momentous occasion. BRAVO!
What an amazing talk Jenny! - amazing and powerful message!! Addiction is not limited to those experiences we think of as addictive - sometimes we're addicted to our thoughts!! I love that you brought insights into that!! Thank you so much for your message, your vulnerability, and courage to share it!!
More understanding less judgment! 🤲
Courageous. Authentic. Impactful. These steps are powerful tools for us all. When you "revealed" yourself - wow. Thank you.
@theaddictempath
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a bunch! I appreciate your support!
Love your vulnerability and transparency here Jenny! Thank you for showing up courageously and sharing your story!
Your message was super impactful! Thank you for sharing it with us. Loved the talk!
So well done Jenny! Allowing yourself to be so vulnerable is freeing. I also hope the audience took your advice to read the 12 steps. Living the steps would be beneficial to anyone and everyone. All I can say is “Bravo!”
Jenny you are so well spoken for. Such a thought leader in the space of mental health. I resonate so deeply with your message. I've had close family members struggle with addiction and mental health, even losing my brother last year. The world needs more STRONG VOICES like you. Thank you for this talk. ❤❤
Thank you for sharing your story Jenny! This is so important, thank you spreading a message of self love and a reminder that shame is never the answer.
Amazing message! So we'll done Jenny!!
Jenny, you exhibit an individuality, evolution, tenacity and strength that are most inspiring and compelling. With gut-wrenching passion and honesty you cry out for empathy to build brave, non-judgmental communication that understands and heals. Know that the new conversations you are encouraging and the awareness you are creating with your words and shared experiences will transform and save many families and lives. Congratulations on your message and perseverance and on the beauty of who you are.
@theaddictempath
Жыл бұрын
Wow! What a great blessing this compliment has been! I've needed some encouragement...I worry that my voice will not be heard in the capacity that I envisioned it to be... thank you for your Life Sustaining Kindness!
Thank you for your vulnerability! Such an important topic...
This is so powerful Jenny! Thank you for your vulnerability & transparency, wow! So powerful this message of kindness (especially to ones' self). Beautifully done!
I am in awe of your courage to share your struggles so openly and give us such a powerful message! Yes, we need more life sustaining kindness and empathy in the world! May you heal completely and overcome addiction for good
@theaddictempath
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your words of encouragement! It really means so much!
So moving Jenny, so worthy, so powerful, so kind and so so human. thank you for touching the hearts of those who need to hear this. Those with addictions, and those who have family, friends and love those with addictions. Thank you.
@theaddictempath
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the powerful words of encouragement. These are the thoughts that I reflect back on and cherish!
Your perspective is so valuable. Thank you for letting us in!
So glad your message is out there helping people!
@theaddictempath
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I wish I could help MORE people!
Yeah let's goooooooooo!
Thank you for sharing this powerful message
Yes be kind to yourself
Wow Jenny this was amazing. Such truths and vulnerability displayed! That takes mega courage and resilience. Keep up the good fight. And yes, I agree, kindness is life lasting
Addiction...bog topic. Nice job.