A Real-Life Lesson in Resilience, Mindset, and Perseverance
About Me
On November 26th, 2022, I was in a UTV side-by-side accident that resulted in the loss of four fingers on my dominant hand. I began posting my recovery journey on TikTok as a way to stay accountable, and unexpectedly, it built a community of people who connected through struggle and resilience.That online connection led to my first speaking invitation at my former middle school and after seeing how students reacted, I knew I had found my purpose.Today, I use my platform and my voice to remind others, especially young people, that no matter what you lose, you can always find your Upper Hand.
Presentation Overview
I deliver a high-energy, relatable keynote that connects with students on a personal level. The presentation focuses on resilience, mindset, and personal responsibility. Showing students how setbacks and failures can become foundations for future success.
Through my real life experiences, students learn how to respond when the unexpected happens and how to navigate challenges with purpose and confidence. Presentations range from 30–90 minutes and include an interactive Q&A session where students can ask questions about mindset, adversity, prosthetics, and life after becoming an amputee.
What makes this message unique is that the story isn’t over. As an amputee, I choose every day to keep improving and students see what perseverance looks like in real time.
Key Topics
Confidence & Self-Belief
Mental Health & Positivity
Overcoming Adversity
Finding Purpose Through Challenges
Accountability & Resilience
Turning Obstacles Into Opportunity
Leadership, Inclusion & Kindness
Practical tools for handling setbacks and frustration
Increased confidence and personal responsibility
A relatable example of resilience and adaptability
A mindset students can apply in school and life
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This presentation helps students develop confidence, perseverance, and personal responsibility in a way that supports classroom learning. Using real-world experiences, students learn how mindset and choices affect their daily actions at school and beyond. Teachers often see continued references to the message when students face frustration or setbacks. The talk is engaging, relatable, and reinforces skills already being taught in the classroom. Sessions can be customized for grade level, schedule, and group size.
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If you’re ready to schedule or would like more information, please complete the form below. I’ll personally follow up to discuss details and ensure the presentation fits your school’s goals.
Social Media Credentials
Top 15 Videos by Views
What started as me just posting for myself as a “digital diary” to keep track of my progress as an amputee, became a method of therapy to connect with other people in a similar situation. People will reach out to me saying that I have helped them. But truthfully, from everyone sharing all of their stories with me, it has helped me a tremendous amount with my own personal confidence and knowing that there IS people in similar and also much worse that yourself, can help be a reminder to be grateful and do my best everyday.