Overcoming your own worst enemy...you | Kent Grosswiler | TEDxYearlingRoad
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Published 2016-11-11
Kent Grosswiler is man that has seen the swings. He is an artist, a writer, and a drummer in Columbus, Ohio. However, as a recovering alcoholic, drug addict, and career criminal, he has experienced what can only be described as a civil war in his own head. Through his courage and stubbornness to be better, he is the foremost authority on the type of potential that lies within all of us.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx
All Comments (21)
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Thank you all so much for the kind words. They're really much appreciated.
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Always nice to hear people successfully turn their lives around 🙏🏾
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Thank you. You were a great speaker. I learned a lot from you. Because you are real, you have been through rough edges, but you found a way to end up in a better place, utilizing your inner talents, accepting your flaws, but embracing your strengths!
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Beautiful and triumphant story.
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An inspirational Ted Talk. a simple message, delivered with stunning authenticity and vulnerability. Thank you for your bravey.
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Love it! Thank you - so authentic
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i was worrying about writing the wrong thing or it not being good enough but then i thought..wait a minute....so youve inspired me to write my first ever comment for a tedtalk and ive watched many over the years! I love the fact that you said you were worried about doing a tedtalk. It good to show vulnerabilities and be so human. Well done for how far you have come and good luck with the future. I believe you have got lots more good stuff still to come. Big love x
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Proud of you for your courage. Honesty, and tolerance... I hope you continue.. your an inspiration!
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The art is pretty amazing!
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Thank you for telling your story - it is powerful, and will empower others to keep trying - including me. Who is trying to overcome my own inner demons, even though everyone thinks I am successful. In my head, I am not, and I try hard each day to become better, and try even harder to keep going. Life is a challenge, and your story is so motivational. I hope you are still doing really well.
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Thank you! I've told myself I'm a failure for soooooo long... Since junior high school really and im now 47... Im going to rage it with my painting, sewing, gardening and a few other things! Youve inspired me ...
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Awesome! You discovered your talents! Love it. God bless. Thank you.
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A worth life ❤️
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One of my favourites so far. I've listened to you several times. I think it takes a lot of bravery to get up and talk in front of a lot of people about your personal experiences with addiction. I love that you spoke of how you were afraid and went for it anyhow. Very inspiring. Thank you!!
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Thank you
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And huh...he has a phenomenal story. When you seek to be the best version of yourself and you work hard at positive change, however hopeless your life may seem, great things will happen for you. And huh...seek to be the best version of yourself.
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Blaming everything on yourself and ignoring the fact that others try to oppress you is counter productive. Your biggest enemy might be yourself but that does not mean that you do not have plenty of other enemies who want to keep you down and humiliate you.
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i am very touched by this speaker, he really spoke to me and my art which i resumed today again. You need to keep focused on this whatever need thing you want to try and see it grow..you art is lighted up..thank you for doing in in the face of not knowing. May you continue to be blessed. You are my hero.
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i cried really
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Absolutely amazing!!! I needed to hear this long time ago. Thank you very much for sharing.
