Embark on a 15-minute journey of self-discovery and acceptance with comedian Pamela Rae Schuller in this TEDxEmory talk. Explore her experiences as a teenager diagnosed with severe Tourette syndrome, OCD, and anger issues, and how her time in a boarding school for "weird kids" became the catalyst for embracing her disabilities. Learn valuable insights on finding humor in life's challenges, loving oneself unconditionally, and promoting disability inclusion and mental health awareness. Gain perspective on the universal nature of disabilities and mental health struggles, and discover strategies for creating a more inclusive culture in various settings. Drawing from her personal story and professional expertise as a performer and keynote speaker, Schuller offers a compelling narrative that combines comedy, storytelling, and powerful lessons on self-acceptance and societal change.
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SORRY NOT SORRY: The Journey to Embrace My Disability | Pamela Rae Schuller | TEDxEmory
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