Overcoming the Incurable: My Story with Epilepsy | Rowan Haffner | TEDxDuke

From carefree and 17 to crashing with Epilepsy's blow, I unearthed the secret to overcoming adversity. My journey shows that even in the darkest times, we can transform setbacks into stepping stones toward greatness. Rowan is an advocate and athlete who is currently studying Neuroscience and Philosophy at Duke University. A member of TEAM USA for Triathlon, Ironman Finisher, and World Record Holder, Rowan has set out to prove that despite getting diagnosed with epilepsy, anything is possible. Rowan focuses on how with the right perspective adversity doesn’t inhibit your greatness, but rather can allow you to become the best version of yourself. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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