Excellent talk and we are all battling something aren’t we. No one is unscathed and it’s very inspiring to see you’ve used your adversity as a catalyst to success. Resilience. ❤️
You’re a phenomenal force of nature Emma. People like you change the world and I think you’ve changed my world a little during the process of this talk. Thank you so much for being a local inspiration and making yourself available to the people of Doncaster who really need role models like yourself.
Courage is a word that springs to mind about you Emma, jumping on a plane to Aus , surviving adversity , entrepreneurial journey etc . Hugely inspiring , love this so much. ❤️
Emma - you’re a courageous and special soul. What a true 🦒 you are, sticking your neck out to inspire and help others. I appreciate your message and your willingness to be so open.
Emma , your story really resonates where me personally and is see alignment with the quote ‘ships are safe at harbour’ but that isn’t where they are supposed to be
Emma’s talk makes you rethink fear as a powerful ally rather than an enemy, empowering us to turn our deepest challenges into catalysts for growth and success. Truly inspiring!😊
Never cried listening to a TED talk before but it was very moving, you spoke with such emotion. Thank you and you can tell you're a wonderful and inspiring mother to your daughter.
I had the absolute privilege of attending this event and listening to Emma's story which was both heartbreaking and heartwarming in equal measure. It is a true story of how you can't change the cards that life has dealt you, but you can change your outlook and approach and face down your fears to turn them into your secret weapon. Amazing story Emma, wonderfully told. Thanks for sharing
I accepted a job i didn’t feel good enough to do Emma and overcame my fear. It was a life changing decision and i’ve went on to achieve so much since. GREAT SHARE !
Felt sadness thinking about you being homeless at one point. That’s another full talk on its own Emma ! Such an issue for many and you are a true inspiration!!!!
Thank you! You’re right, each minute is a whole separate talk on its own, but had to be brutal and cut it down / fit just the highlights and lowlights in.
Who doesn’t have a hang up or hang ups or trauma that has followed them through life. Really inspiring how you have used it almost as fuel to be better and do more. Really loved your talk. ❤️
Emma, a good friend of yours recommended your Tedtalk and all I can say is, I find your journey truly motivating. You are so influential and I admire you.Thanks❤
Emma I found this very relatable , my family has had its fair share of problems and some of us have decided to go one way and others another way. Inspirational work. Appreciate the share
I agree with this wholeheartedly it’s either one extreme or the other. I often find in families plagued by addiction there is no invetween. It’s either use it as fuel for growth or go the other way as you say.
Totally agree and isn’t it very sad that around 50 % of us don’t want to be like our parents .. maybe we should give them a break .. they are human too .. Mad world we live in & no one gets out alive
Love how you turned your childhood experiences around . Truly amazing and one many many many people need to hear. Shared it to my mailing list for you. 10k +
Emma I cried all the way through this ... I'm incredibly proud of you and the fire you have in that belly of yours. You are a true survivor and I will always have the highest regard for you as a truly beautiful human. Well done lass !!!
I think it was really great how you leaned into really feeling the fear , understanding your emotions and i suppose in a way getting comfortable in that situation.. maybe im wrong 😑 Congrats !!
One of the talks of the year for me. Parts of this i personally resonated with Emma. Thanks for being the inspiration you are to many. Keep shining ! 🙌
That photo of you in the thumbnail of the kid you was very effective and got me in the feels .: i’m a visual person and it made your talk even better if that makes any sense to anyone !
That’s interesting to hear. The AV actually went awry on the day and it didn’t come on till way after it was meant too. But good to know it was still effective. Thanks for your comments❤
Mr Tarantino, from a man with 23 million views and one of the most watched talks of all time and one of THE most powerful I have ever seen. Your comment makes me immensely proud. Just like Pat is of you. ❤ Thank you. @johntarantino5258
Fear can work one of two ways. It can paralyse us and hold us back from achieving our full potential or we can face it and overcome it and truly grow !!!
Very very good talk Emma and i’m glad you are at the place in your life you are assured enough to share it. Many people i know have experienced similar and will be inspired by this . Thank you 🙏.
Thank you! Emma, I so much respect you for sharing your story with us, as all you said - I feel it, I have been there, I saw it. Thank you Emma, you helped me to relieve the inner pain. Now I understand where my bravery came from and that there is nothing wrong with that, as I always thought.
Amazing speech Emma, such a brave and wonderful way to tell your story and help others. So proud of you and how you've turned all adversity into your superpower. x
Totally agree and isn’t it very sad that around 50 % of us don’t want to be like our parents .. maybe we should give them a break .. they are human too .. Mad world we live in & no one gets out alive
Love female entrepreneurs who are so empowering Emma !
Excellent talk and we are all battling something aren’t we. No one is unscathed and it’s very inspiring to see you’ve used your adversity as a catalyst to success. Resilience. ❤️
I wholeheartedly agree and thank you❤
You’re a phenomenal force of nature Emma. People like you change the world and I think you’ve changed my world a little during the process of this talk. Thank you so much for being a local inspiration and making yourself available to the people of Doncaster who really need role models like yourself.
What an amazing comment to make ❤
What a lovely comment x
Embracing fear is important, great speech Emma 🎉
Thank you!
Had never thought about trauma in this way before !!! How it can be turned into a super power. Love it !
Love this ❤
Emma, i don’t know you but i love this talk !
Thank you, I’m glad you like!
Courage is a word that springs to mind about you Emma, jumping on a plane to Aus , surviving adversity , entrepreneurial journey etc . Hugely inspiring , love this so much. ❤️
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The bit i loved most Emma was the bit you reconnected with your father in your 30’s plus who isn’t without fault eh. Beautiful ❤️
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Well done Emma McSkelly and all at TEDxDoncaster. ❤️
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Amazing speaker Emma McSkelly !
Thank you!! 🙏🏼
Emma - you’re a courageous and special soul. What a true 🦒 you are, sticking your neck out to inspire and help others.
I appreciate your message and your willingness to be so open.
This a lovely comment to read thank you @cjarvis0903 I appreciate you writing this!
Emma , your story really resonates where me personally and is see alignment with the quote ‘ships are safe at harbour’ but that isn’t where they are supposed to be
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Emma’s talk makes you rethink fear as a powerful ally rather than an enemy, empowering us to turn our deepest challenges into catalysts for growth and success. Truly inspiring!😊
Love this!
You could feel the fear leaving Emma even as she delivered her talk - incredible
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Inspirational talk , speaker, lady, entrepreneur, daughter, mum !!!!
Thank you!
A tail of pure inspiration and how you turned your life around is remarkable. Hugely inspiring.
Thank you for your words!
Never cried listening to a TED talk before but it was very moving, you spoke with such emotion. Thank you and you can tell you're a wonderful and inspiring mother to your daughter.
Thank you so much, it’s lovely to get such touching comments from people you do not know.❤
I was in the room and saw how moved everyone was, and the standing ovation at the end was memorable
I encourage anyone to speak to someone, there’s always help , always a way out, always light at the end of the tunnel. Emma is proof .
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Beautiful speech Emma.
Thank you.
I had the absolute privilege of attending this event and listening to Emma's story which was both heartbreaking and heartwarming in equal measure. It is a true story of how you can't change the cards that life has dealt you, but you can change your outlook and approach and face down your fears to turn them into your secret weapon. Amazing story Emma, wonderfully told. Thanks for sharing
Thank you❤
Beautiful words Ant - I also felt privileged to hear Emma’s story at this TedX event and feel incredibly inspired by her approach to facing fears.
Emma you are such an inspiration! My dad showed me this talk and it’s incredible what you’ve achieved. I loved it!😊
Thank you ❤
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I can hear the emotion in your voice in parts , very authentic!
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A phenomenal and though-provoking talk! You are an inspiration to us all. Thank you - The NCM Team
Legend team.
I accepted a job i didn’t feel good enough to do Emma and overcame my fear. It was a life changing decision and i’ve went on to achieve so much since. GREAT SHARE !
Wonderful, Love this! Well done you 💪🏼
Felt sadness thinking about you being homeless at one point. That’s another full talk on its own Emma ! Such an issue for many and you are a true inspiration!!!!
Thank you! You’re right, each minute is a whole separate talk on its own, but had to be brutal and cut it down / fit just the highlights and lowlights in.
Absolutely brilliant talk Emma, very inspiring!
Thank you ❤
Life is one BIG journey and too many people don’t enjoy it enough, too many don’t be present and happy in the moment. 😊
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Congratulations, great and love what you’ve overcome to go onto be the successful genuine and authentic person you are now! Congratulations again. 🙌🙌
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Really enjoyed this speech Emma. Thank you for sharing so courageously i might add. Well done 👏
Ahh thank you
Who doesn’t have a hang up or hang ups or trauma that has followed them through life. Really inspiring how you have used it almost as fuel to be better and do more. Really loved your talk. ❤️
Love this ❤
Incredible story . So proud of you Emma 🌸
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Well done on a great talk Emma. Thoroughly enjoyed it. A mixture of story telling, real passion and useful advice. Thank you 🙏
Thank you ❤
I use fear as fuel, as fuel for motivation to actually do something about it . make moves, take action, go for it !!
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So will I after watching this
A captivating watch... well done, Emma!
Thank you!
Congratulations Emma. 🎉
Thank you ❤
You are an example to many Emma McSkelly !!!
Thank you ❤
Incredible story and an inspiration to so many battling with their greatest fear!
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Hugely inspiring Emma !! The power of fear , so so true and a wonderful talk. 🙌🙌🙌🙌
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🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌💯 Agree totally. Fear kills more dreams than anything else!
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Emma McSkelly thank you for being you, a courageous , brave and resilient lady. Thank you
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I was in tears at one point in this Emma, thanks for sharing this and being so open .
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Sorry to hear the bit about the environments that let you down so badly . You are a very strong lady Emma. ❤️
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Emma, a good friend of yours recommended your Tedtalk and all I can say is, I find your journey truly motivating.
You are so influential and I admire you.Thanks❤
Thank you ❤
Emma I found this very relatable , my family has had its fair share of problems and some of us have decided to go one way and others another way. Inspirational work. Appreciate the share
I agree with this wholeheartedly it’s either one extreme or the other. I often find in families plagued by addiction there is no invetween. It’s either use it as fuel for growth or go the other way as you say.
Bravo Emma. 💯
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Totally agree and isn’t it very sad that around 50 % of us don’t want to be like our parents .. maybe we should give them a break .. they are human too .. Mad world we live in & no one gets out alive
I always have let other peoples opinions hold me back Emma for years , trauma that i never set free , appreciate your talk very much !
Thank you
Fantastic talk. Emma you are such an inspiring lady and entrepreneur!
Thank you ❤
You are so inspiring Emma. You left me in tears. Thank you for sharing your story🎉❤this was such a brave thing to do. 🎉
Thank you!
The fear of public speaking has now also been overcome!
Amazing talk, amazing woman, Doncaster should be very proud of you and i’m sure they all are !
Ahh thank you ❤
Doncaster is truly proud of her!
Fantastic speech Emma
Thank you!
Love how you turned your childhood experiences around . Truly amazing and one many many many people need to hear. Shared it to my mailing list for you. 10k +
Thank you for this ❤
Congratulations, great talk !
Congrats , really enjoyed this !
Thank you!
Loved the story telling in this Emma, you are a great speaker also. Very confident. Well done.
Thank you
Emma I cried all the way through this ... I'm incredibly proud of you and the fire you have in that belly of yours. You are a true survivor and I will always have the highest regard for you as a truly beautiful human. Well done lass !!!
Ahh thank you ❤
I think it was really great how you leaned into really feeling the fear , understanding your emotions and i suppose in a way getting comfortable in that situation.. maybe im wrong 😑 Congrats !!
💯 leaning into fear and then getting comfortable with it
Congratulations on a fantastic talk Emma.
Thank you
Emma you are such a strong inspirational lady
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Emma you are a real thought leader and it’s amazing to see someone from the UK do this
Thank you
Very enjoyable speech , i don’t see enough speakers use the screen behind ! Always works for me seeing some visuals too. Well wishes from afar ! 🇮🇳
Thank you!
One of the talks of the year for me. Parts of this i personally resonated with Emma. Thanks for being the inspiration you are to many. Keep shining ! 🙌
Ahhh this is brilliant thank you ❤
I agree channelling them the right way can be transformative
Equally can so easily go the other way too. So being mindful of it is so important
I truly believe we can overcome anything and thanks for this timely reminder Emma.
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That photo of you in the thumbnail of the kid you was very effective and got me in the feels .: i’m a visual person and it made your talk even better if that makes any sense to anyone !
That’s interesting to hear. The AV actually went awry on the day and it didn’t come on till way after it was meant too. But good to know it was still effective. Thanks for your comments❤
Super talk Emma !
Thank you
We’ve got to get to grips with our fear and really understand it i feel
We absolutely do!
Fantastic talk Emma.
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Excellent talk Emma , really enjoyed this !
Thank you
Being vulnerable is ok isn’t it Emma as long as we rationalise it too, as you say not all fear is out to kill us !
It is ok, scary at first but ok.
This is a courageous and inspiring talk.
Mr Tarantino, from a man with 23 million views and one of the most watched talks of all time and one of THE most powerful I have ever seen. Your comment makes me immensely proud. Just like Pat is of you. ❤ Thank you. @johntarantino5258
Fear can work one of two ways. It can paralyse us and hold us back from achieving our full potential or we can face it and overcome it and truly grow !!!
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Incredibly humbling, given our history. I'm sorry. For all of us.
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Female empowerment at its finest Emma! I’d love to hear you speak live and in person.
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I was lucky enough to be there and it was incredible - what a woman!
You have definitely re-took control of the fear you previously experienced Emma! Proud of you for sharing your vulnerable story at TEDx Doncaster :)
Thank you!
Emma shows how you can take any setback and use it to your advantage
I think we all have choices in life, we can choose one way or the other. Life is all about choices. x
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Very good talk !
Thank you
Emma you are a true inspiration. I had a look at your work and such a empowering inspiration
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Very very good talk Emma and i’m glad you are at the place in your life you are assured enough to share it. Many people i know have experienced similar and will be inspired by this . Thank you 🙏.
Thank you ❤
Love this talk Emma!
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Thank you! Emma, I so much respect you for sharing your story with us, as all you said - I feel it, I have been there, I saw it. Thank you Emma, you helped me to relieve the inner pain. Now I understand where my bravery came from and that there is nothing wrong with that, as I always thought.
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Fantastic talk….
Thank you!
Congratulations
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You are an amazing person Emma 👍
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Incredible, you should be immensely proud on such a journey 🩷xx
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Incredible Ted Talk! 👏👏👏👏
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How fabulous that you’ve shared your inspirational journey xx
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Excellent talk. 🙌🙌🙌
Thank you!
Love this lady !
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Amazing speech Emma, such a brave and wonderful way to tell your story and help others. So proud of you and how you've turned all adversity into your superpower. x
Thank you
Totally agree and isn’t it very sad that around 50 % of us don’t want to be like our parents .. maybe we should give them a break .. they are human too .. Mad world we live in & no one gets out alive
I was in tears listening to this Emma. Honestly i don’t know how you got through that and finding your mum etc. Really broke my heart hearing that: x
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Love this thank you for sharing at TEDx Doncaster 2024
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You Got the FEAR !! Smashed it . X
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Followed you on LinkedIn Emma ! Sharing this too for you :-)
Thank you!! ❤
Thank you for sharing ❤
Thank you Caroline❤
You’ve come so far Emma !
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love this inspiring talk so much ❤
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Amazing!
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love the story! can't wait for the day when I do my first TEDx talk! ;)
Thank you and Go for it! 💪🏼
Congratulations tedx doncaster fab share
Thank you, I shall let Marcus and the team know