There are times in our lives when circumstances move us so completely that we are compelled to share our experience. We are not guessing, assuming or reiterating someone else’s facts. We’ve experienced something first-hand, and only from this place of deep knowing can we feel the passion that drives our need to share what we now know with the world.
These thoughts are what came to mind as I listened to Tamara Taggart’s TEDx talk, ‘Two Conversations That Changed My Life’, a personal and incredibly heart-warming account of two separate conversations that eventually became undeniably inter-woven.
What struck me was her ability to deliver the story with such gentleness and love. There was no hate, only a desire to see change. As I listened, my admiration for her grew – not only for her eloquent conversational style, but also because along the way I was humbled with the reminder that there are areas in life where I can do better. On so many levels, she nails it.
I was inspired to share this video after recently reading stories by 2 Life As A Human authors, Ross Lonergan and Gil Namur. They each talk about experiences in self-discovery and the value of life’s lessons, and both stories leave you feeling good.
Tamara’s story of two conversations also leaves you feeling good, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
Let’s help her change the conversation!
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We thoroughly enjoyed this. Sure makes you think….. Thanks for sharing 🙂
I agree, it totally does…and I love the way she tells her story. It really resonated with me for some reason, and had to share. Glad you enjoyed 🙂
Wow! As a one month old baby, I was diagnosed with a very rare a-thyroid condition which, if left untreated, would result in retardation. At the time, the only treatment was an experimental drug that had just been approved in Canada. My parents had the difficult conversation with the pediatrician, Dr. Allan Ross, whom I consider to be a saint. My parents were naturally worried. Dr. Ross informed my parents of the implications of the condition. However, he was hopeful that the drug would work successfully. He was always hopeful and for 12 long years, my parents kept the faith, but also continued to worry that the drug would not work and my development would be impacted. Despite Dr. Ross’ hopes, the prognosis was more negative than positive. At the age of 12, I was tested thoroughly and my parents were assured that from an intelligence perspective, everything was just fine and that I could easily complete my education including a University degree. I was lucky to have Dr. Ross and a family with a positive outlook. I concur with Tamara, that you need to look past the science, to see the child and the potential. You also need medical professionals that are understanding and positive.
Thanks for sharing your story, Susan…how lucky to have found a doctor that was positive and that could be such a source of strength and hope for your parents. I agree as well, looking past the science to see the child and the potential is everything. All the best…Carol