TED Talks Daily The beautiful balance between courage and fear | Cara E. Yar Khan
Dec 23, 2019
In this inspiring conversation, Cara E. Yar Khan, a human rights and disability activist, shares her remarkable journey defying limitations imposed by a rare genetic condition. She discusses how courage and fear coexist, using her transformative horseback expedition through the Grand Canyon as a powerful metaphor. Cara emphasizes the importance of embracing vulnerability and staying true to one's dreams despite challenges. Her story is a testament to pursuing ambitious goals and redefines what it means to live boldly and authentically.
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Diagnosis
- Cara E. Yar Khan enjoyed an active childhood, but in her mid-twenties, she began experiencing frequent falls.
- She was later diagnosed with HIBM, a rare, progressive muscle-wasting disease.
Defy Limitations
- Don't let others limit your dreams due to a diagnosis or disability.
- Define your own expectations and pursue your ambitions.
Grand Canyon Dream
- Despite her progressing disease, Cara dreamed of a Grand Canyon adventure.
- Recognizing the canyon's inaccessibility, she learned to ride a horse to pursue her goal.