Hi beautiful souls! Thank you so much for being here and for your wonderful comments - I truly appreciate them ❤️ I try to read and answer as many as possible, and know that I’m just so thankful that you take from your valuable time to do so ❤️ Love & light!
Thank you Eirin. I became a paraplegic 39 years ago. Your ability to tell your story so well is remarkable. You put into words so many of the things I have had a hard time expressing. You have a gift and I thank you so much for sharing yourself and your story with everyone. I am so happy to have found your channel. ❤
@eirinceciliegjedrem: Hi Eirin: I think of you every day. You have changed my life in a very positive way by reminding me every day to be grateful for what I have. Last night I was tossing and turning in bed, couldn't get comfortable. Then I thought of YOU! I asked God to forgive me for being so ungrateful for my warm bed and thanking Him that I have the ability to toss and turn. I thought, "Eirin can't toss and turn to get comfortable, so settle down and go to sleep." Then I said a prayer for you and fell asleep. God bless you Eirin. Looking forward to your videos. ❤❤
@@psrwhite God is using Eirin in her misfortune of this lifes trials for exactly that purpose, to encourage so many✝️ She has been gifted with His strength to endure just as Philippians 4:13 tells us we can..
I am a 72 year old woman who has just seen the most beautiful soul of my journey here on earth. I cried, I prayed, I held my hand over my heart Your ability to describe what you felt, what you heard, what you saw that day is incredible. I am truly humbled by your story. I am ashamed for my petty problems . You are a true inspiration and light from God.. to remind us what gratitude and joy can fill a heart in the most unimaginable circumstances. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Thank you. I am a physician. I have patients with spinal cord injuries and I have never had the courage, even as their doctor, to say how does it feel. I know one who has a level that appears similar to yours has told me he has tremendous pain sometimes. But like you, he avoids pain medications but does need muscle relaxers some. Your story will help me understand and care for my patients better. Again Thank you.
I was thinking the same thing. I used to be a case manager/social worker. Several of my clients had similar injuries and I wondered how it it. Out of fear of causing more harm, I didn't ask some of the questions I wanted to know. I find it very brave of this young lady to share her story. By sharing her story, she is helping us to provide better care for her.
As a social worker and therapist, I appreciate your comment. I encourage you to do better and ask. Social workers ask. We seek to understand and that takes emotional risk. Being present and bearing witness to our patients' suffering and pain is a gift that they deserve. Be brave.
Hello Eirin, I am a nurse and you said something that caught my attention. When you talked about how you felt as you were being moved, bathed, and taken to the bathroom…. I know a lot of the time we are trying to work together as to not hurt the patient. Others are in a rush to get to the next room. I was always worried about a blanket or sheet to cover them up. But I do remember saying at times to patients, “it’s ok we see patients everyday”. Now I hear from your point of view, and I wished I would have worded that differently. I thank you for your honesty and how brave you have been to endure all there is to go through. I appreciate it. Thank you!
You are a beautiful woman. I don't know from where you reign, nor from what you became paralyzed, but you are an angel to share your experience and life. "An uncomfortable notion". Wow. Warm hugs from Utah, beautiful young lady. I'd love to visit you.
As a med student, its really common for patients to be angry and rude sometimes, and health care professionals are trained to understand it. If someone is in the hospital, they are in pain, mental or physical or both, and it's IMPOSSIBLE to be always nice when you're in pain. 90% of the patients don't act rude because they want to, but because they can't help it. It's a normal part of the process, so don't blame yourself! ❤
@@morgancalvi6675 yikes! You shouldn’t have to go through that. I’m a C5-6 (complete) quad for 30+ years and have had several female friends who are also quadriplegic, and they’ve never been made to feel like a second-class citizen. We’re going through a major healthcare shortage in Canada right now, practicing "reactive" medicine as opposed to the proactive approach we had pre-pandemic. I urge you to do whatever you can to get out of that Province-which is so much easier said than done. I’m sorry to read that you’re going through this. Be strong.
Thank you so very much for sharing your journey. It brought me such inspiration, and your light is an absolute gift. I awed by your courage, warmth and spirit. I had no idea that paralysis brought physical pain, as you described. I will add you forever to my prayers.
My son is a c6 7 quad chest down, no finger movement but can use arms and wrist. He became independent on his own. Cooks, cleans, does his own laundry etc transfers goes to university just got his license lives in a dorm only uses help for bc. Never give up, his med list is baclofen and oxybutnin for the past 16 years, pain meds at first he was 15. He has proven to me when someone says they can't they will find a way and say can. I was in a panic at first when he moved to the dorm at yhe University, I had always done almost everything for him. Little did I know he would figure out his own techniques without hand tools to bake, steam and use the dorms kitchen. He had started his own bathing vacuuming his room etc before moving out. He has had his guitar modified and plays it again and builds computers from scratch. He's on his masters degree for IT tech. You can do anything your mind can reach for.. bless you
Well, I am not sure why UA-cam sent you to me but I am so glad it did. I have been a critical care nurse for 17 years. I have cared for young adults in the Neuro ICU that were withdrawn, angry, depressed, and understandably so. When you expressed your regret for being so angry and yelling at the nurses, please know that a lot of our tears have more to do with seeing your emotional pain and knowing you are suffering. We just want to make things better and sometimes the realization is that we can’t. Please keep telling your story. You truly are gifted. The education you have provided with your video is amazing and far reaching. I believe you are just getting started. 😊
You are truly a gift from God to show us how to manage our difficulties instead of complaining about small things. You certainly are a strong person and you have given me courage to face what may come my way. Thank you for this inspiring video. My prayers and love for you will remain always.❤ you are so beautiful and know always that God is always beside you. ❤😇❤
As an ER doc for over 30 years, I want to thank you for sharing what happened to you. You spoke with such eloquence that I felt I was you. Not many people have the gift you have of making a story of intense pain become so relatable, captivating the hearts of anyone who watched this. I think you are perfect candidate for posting all kinds of content, even storytelling. Thank you so much for inspiring all of us! ,
I cannot walk unaided either. Not completely paralyzed but I no longer cannot balance or move without falling over. I have had two surgeries in my neck to fuse and stabilize all of it to prevent my spinal cord from becoming severed.
I am so fortunate that I am not in pain except occasionally when my back and neck muscles get tight. Then manual therapy helps get that worked out. I have a spouse who cares for me. Drives me where i need to go. I can take showers, get dressed and go to the toilet by myself. So far anyway. Since my most recent surgery, my manual dexterity has gotten better. Balance is about what it was, but at least it does not seem to be worsening. I am grateful to my surgeon at Stanford. I had problems with post op pain issues and once had to be revived with Narcan. I guess that whatever they gave me was too much which suppressed my breathing. The only thing I remember is waking up suddenly and being told about the Narcan. A very strange situation altogether. No pain relief possible for three days after that. Narcan had tied up the pain receptors. Not a good situation but at least I was alive and breathing.
Please know you are changing lives by sharing your story. I was just laying in bed feeling sorry for myself over my own petty health issues and depression and accidentally clicked on your video. I hung on to every word. You gave me the strength to get up get back to life. You're an angel and here on earth for a reason. I could feel every word you said. Just like other commenters, it was like being right there with you. I don't cry often, but I did listening to your story. I'll never take my mobility for granted again because of you. Sending every ounce of love in my heart to you, from Texas. No need to reply, just know that you have a new subscriber from TX who will follow you as long as you make videos.
@@eirinceciliegjedrem I am disabled and mostly bedridden as well, but it was from a malpractice spine surgery. I very much understand what it’s like for our world to turn upside down and learn to accept what has happened to us/our new lives. I also must’ve had something in my subconscious to do a lot with my life before my surgery happened, which I have never heard anybody else describe besides you... that was interesting to hear put into words. If you don’t mind my asking, does anyone know/understand what exactly you dove into that paralyzed you? You described that you dove into the water and you didn’t dive deeply, so I am a little confused on that. Thank you for sharing your story.
@@eirinceciliegjedrem Gentle hugs and love beautiful lady. I am so glad I stopped by. My disabilities are bad, but nothing like yours. 😔 It just goes to show that our lives can be changed in the blink an eye. You took us on your story that changed your life.😢 Stay safe beautiful lady and love from Bonnie Scotland. Your story will live on in me foreve Erin. X 💗🕊😔
My sister was paralyzed in a car accident and I just happened to find your story. We had just gone through the death of our mother and she had just graduated nursing school. She had just got a job and I was so proud of her. She was finally going to be able to help support her little family and not have to struggle financially. All of her hard work had paid off and this was her chance to shine. The death of our mother had torn our hearts out and we were all hurting so bad. So sudden and unexpected that we were all struggling with the grief, but this was something that I felt would be good to help her deal with some of the pain of losing our mother. Our mother died in September and my sisters car accident was the following January. Just months after. I’ll never forget the shock and pain of hearing she was paralyzed. So many emotions of pain, deep sadness, and even anger. I still question why did this have to happen to her. She didn’t deserve this. Nobody does. She is living her life and doing well all things considered. It’s just still so hard to understand why bad things happen to good people. God spared her life and allowed her to be here to raise her 2 precious little girls. I cannot imagine losing her. I am so thankful God chose to let us keep her and I speak for all of us. Our entire family. I’m pretty sure if she ever doubted how much she was loved, she now knows firsthand. I want to thank you for sharing your story and I am keeping you in my prayers. You will inspire so many people and help them find their way through similar circumstances. God bless you! ❤
What a wonderful testimony. Thank you for sharing. She is blessed to have a wonderful sister like you. May the God of comfort and peace cover you all .
Dear Melissa ❤️ Thank you for sharing your story; I feel for you and your family. You have been through so much pain and heartache and it’s a precious thing that you have each other. You seem like two strong and resourceful women, who are a blessing to not only your surroundings, but to me and people here as well 💖 Thank you for sharing your light with us all, I’m so thankful you’re here and you’re in my prayers as well ✨💖🙏
I'm struggling in my own head because I have cancer. Ovarian, stomach, in my neck and tumors in my lungs. I sometimes feel so dam sorry for myself. To hear your story and your great attitude helped me very much tonight. I'm not alone. Some people have it worse than I . Your strength is so inspiring. You truly just helped me not to feel so sad, and sorry for myself. Idk what my future holds but I hope I can have more gratitude, as you do. Take care n thank you so much for sharing your story. Xoxo
My heart breaks for that little girl who had no idea what was happening. I don't think I've ever heard someone talk about paralysation with such eloquence and depth. You're an incredible soul and I thank you for sharing your story; you should be so proud of how far you've come. ❤
Hello Eirin. Your story was very emotional for me. When my son was 17 years old in 1998, he was in an accident very similar to yours. He was at a friend's house on a lake. He was very athletic and had spent his summer doing water sports and driving around town with his friends. He didn't realize that the water level had dropped at the dock he was diving at and like you he boke his neck. It was a very minor break but it damaged his spinal chord at the C4 to C5 level. He was instantly paralyzed and if a friend hadn't noticed that he didn't come up, he would not have made it. The main difference for him was that no one knew for sure that he wouldn't ever be able to walk- there was hope that once the swelling went down, and the trauma his body went through was over, he may get better. He did get better. He has some movement everywhere but not enough to walk or do any of the things he loved, the things he told me, he was planning to do with his one beautiful. life. Although he has adjusted well over the years (he is 42 now), he is obviously a different person than he was on track to be. He is smart and loving, and is careful to not let me see him sad or angry. But sometimes I just know that when he's moody or angry about something trivial, it's not really that trivial thing that he is upset over. I still sometimes cry for him, and it seems like it happened yesterday. My heart that has been broken for him will never heal. I hold on to my belief that we actually have more to look forward to than this one life. But that is not his belief, so he tries to make the best of the things he can enjoy doing now, and he is the strongest person I know. I love him so very much. Thank you, Eiren for your story. I wish you much happiness. You are an inspiration. Teresa
Thank you so much for being here and for sharing your story; you are wonderful 🥰 My heart goes out to you both and I wish for as many good moments, experiences and memories as possible - you both truly deserve it ❤️ You are incredibly strong yourself, and he is blessed by having you in his life - just as I am with my Mom 💖
From the very beginning of your video, the moment you began talking, I could feel your beautiful heart, there's a light about you--hard to explain. Your perspective, I noticed, was not so much on yourself but in moments of possible death, you were thinking of others. How your friend felt, how panicked your grandparents looked, etc.You are a light-worker, your journey here on earth, imo, is to help others through your videos and possibly a book on how you deal with trauma and pain day after day. God bless you!
Thank you for the word "light worker" I will have to check into that. I am not paralysed but I have the same premonitions that she speaks of. I came to realize that we are all shown what our lives will be like....some remember and some don't.
Oh my goodness. I lost both my adult children last year and I often feel like my life is over. Your courage and sweet spirit makes me want to be better - to focus on what is good rather than what I have lost. Your loss is profound, as is mine, and yet you are making, as you say, the best of it. God bless you for sharing your story with all of us. You give me hope. ❤
My heart goes out to you, in the pain of your loss - I’m so sorry you have to experience something as painful as you have ❤️ Bless you for sharing your light 🤍✨🕊️🙏
The way you described the accident, especially how it was for you in the water, you took me right there with you. I could not imagine how terrified you must have been but somehow you managed to convey that helpless terror so realistically and poignantly. You are an incredible story teller and a beautiful, incredibly strong soul. I love your gratitude too. It is so so humbling. Thank you so much for sharing such an experience with us all. You have really touched my heart and my God bless you in every way possible.
I rejoice with you about finding gratitude. I'm 70 and have been almost bllind all of my life. I went through all the anger, bitterness and resentment. After finding Jesus Christ I finally had the courage to go into serious therapy for all the aabuse. It has been slow, but I now live in a Board & Care home and retirement is absolutely the best time in my life. Like you I am grateful and had to apologize to people for so much rage. God Bless and all like that..
Hello Jane, In a way we all are blind until God opens our eyes for the Grace in Jesus Christ. I'm very happy Jesus came into your life. Now you have "everything" that you need.(maybe not what you want) ❤️❤️❤️
Jane, I have very much enjoyed your success story-therapy and connecting to god is the only path. So happy that you were able to conquer your previous negative view of life and that you are living in the light and enjoying the peace that you so richly deserve. You are a highly evolved human with your 180 degree turn around. Live life!
Dear Erin, I have just watched your video . Warm tears rolled down my face , when you were in the water my own breath became shallow . You are a gifted storyteller young woman . Beautiful, smart and I can feel your kindness . Please write a book . You could help so many . This old lady from North Carolina, USA would buy your book . All the best to you .💕
I'm a rather blunt person who says things, I think... without thinking how the person might take what I say. I'm very, very curious and think everyone else is the same. So listening to your sad, courageous, and beautiful story, I remembered I'd heard of another young girl who went through a similar ordeal. Because my middle name is Jon, I assumed the girl's name was the same as mine, and in my mind, I called her what sounds like MY name, 'Jonny', with an 'y' instead of 'i'. (This was before the folk singer, Joni Mitchell, I was young myself and had no clue her name sounded like Joan.) She is less than a year older than me and while I've neither met nor corrisponded with her, she's my shining example on how to live. At any rate, if you haven't heard of her, she exhibits the courage you have. Her life's rich, important, and meaningful; you might like reading about her. This is a few links I found online: duckduckgo.com/?q=Jonie%20the%20quadrapoligic&ko=-1&ia=web Please know I mean well. I HOPE it offers you some relief that another person has been where you've been, and can be the model to show you life can still be complete, active, and joyful. I'm not injured in any way, but have my own difficulties to bear. She has helped me...
Thank you for sharing your life story so far. You have so much to give .. very inspiring. You don’t know how much listening to you has helped me. Thank you so very much honey. I cried with you but also felt the love and hope and acceptance. Something I had struggled with during my own struggles.
This old lady from California is looking forward to reading your book!! You are a great storyteller and I just know you will put those stories in books someday. Thank you for your honest story today.
Hello, I went through something similar. I was 22 at the time. Now I am 64. Despite the difficulties, you will not give up. I send you all my best wishes.
Thanks for sharing your story. I am paralyzed from the chest down. I’ve been paralyzed since the age of 19. I’ve learned that everyone’s injury is different. For instance I can feel the lower part of my body meaning my rear end. So I haven’t had a pressure sore since my time first being in the hospital for 3 months. I will be turning 59 in August. You just have to learn how to live being paralyzed. Adapt and just figure things out. I know it’s hard being in a chair after being such an active person. I was a dancer. So I know what you are going through. Just know life is good. You are loved. If you need someone to talk to I’m available anytime. Take care. 😊😊😊
Dear Eirin, After, my daughter passed away from cancer, I learned even more to put my faith in God. You are a blessing. It’s no coincidence that you are posting this when all is chaotic in the world today. You are doing Gods will by sharing your experience. God is smiling down at you and that’s a beautiful thing. You’re a beautiful soul.❤ Thank you for being courageous.
It’s weird that people give credit to god as if it wasn’t also god’s plan to destroy so many lives every single day but when someone survives but is a quadriplegic, praise god. But my question is, which god?
@@accuratealloys It’s because of Sin… When Adam and Eve sinned it doomed humanity, but God sent his only begotten son Jesus Christ to die for a sin full people. We are not here by accident. He given us a another chance through his son we may be saved from our sins… Jesus Christ is the only way to God.
I have a close friend who’s son just passed from drowning. He was duck hunting in very cold water, and the boat capsized, and he unfortunately had waders on. I pray that he saw the gold swirls and felt peace before his passing. Hearing you explain that part of your story gives me some sense of peace. You are amazing, and I hope that your story helps others going through similar circumstances. ❤️🙏❤️
I’m so sorry for your and your friend’s loss. When my mom was 14, a wave came onto my grandpa’s boat and threw him off deck. He also had waders on, they used those back then for fishermen, and he had no chance. He wasn’t even found… It was a grief that would be brought up as if it was fresh in certain situations, for the rest of my mom’s life… Whenever some tragedy happened at sea, it was as it had happened yesterday… Hopefully she’s with him again now…❤🙏❤️
I’m so sorry that you lost your friend. I believe that souls live on and our loved ones are all around us. Please ask your friend to show you that he is there with you. My father shows me that he’s here and listening.
Dear, dear, dear. Your intellectual ability to recount, process, and share this is remarkable. YOU ARE A STORYTELLER. My best to you. I see you rising even higher🌺
As a retired Social Worker that spent 14 years providing services and equipment to those that sustained traumatic brain injuries or spinal cord injury I have NEVER heard such an articulate and poignant narrative of what such a journey means as you have shared. I always verbalized that life indeed can irreversibly shift in the blink of an eye as you also stated. I always tried to impart to those individuals and their families that life can continue but now in a different way to navigate in the world. I also will share that my 47 year old daughter was born with Spina Bifida and has been paraplegic since birth. She is a wonderful woman that has faced and met challenges with grace and dignity as they have occurred in her life. Thank you so much for your courage in opening your heart to give witness to your journey. Blessings and peace from Texas.
Your story touched my heart. You did an amazing job speaking to all you have gone through. I would welcome updates. You are very insightful. Easy to understand, brave and helpful to others. I love your smile. I will think of you daily. I wish you all you hope for.and then some. 🙏🏻
Thank you Eirin for laying bare your experience and how you have navigated your life since. Your story is unimaginably inspirational. I lost my mom, brother, husband and dog in 2022-I have no one left. As a result, sleep eludes me. UA-cam has become my place to immerse myself in things other than grief and worry. Tonight I stumbled upon your video completely by accident. It has helped me so much-I thought my coping skills were strong until I watched your video. Godspeed friend, you have my support and admiration.🙏
I'm so very sorry for your losses. I also, in quick succession, lost multiple family members as well as a pet. It has been devastating. Hopefully you will find the strength to go out and make friends and learn to live a different life. I still talk to my parents and brother every night before I go to bed. They are still with me in my memories. Sending a tight hug.
You are never alone. I have suffered great loss, as you have. Times are tough during holidays when you want to be with your family, but you have none and no one to share daily life with. You get through it. Pray and ask for blessings and for strength from your Heavenly Father. He is all we need. With Him in your life, you'll never be alone.
@user-bb4yh2uk1o My heart goes out to YOU too. Words never help, but just know that there are those of us out there who DO understand what you're going through. I wish you strength and courage through your ordeal. P.S. Only because I have suffered the same heartache as yourself, DO get another pet asap. Your heart will heal much faster. 💕🕊
Your words are so poetic. Speaking about the beautiful swirl of gold being breathtaking and a sunny energy. “Is there thunder in Heaven?” The gold fading away and your appreciation for air and breath. “I was so lost in everything. Such in shock, I didn’t breath, I didn’t cry. I just breathed.. for the life of me.” Also, speaking of your caretakers as “your hands and your feet” makes me want to enter this field of work. What a beautiful outlook and wording. Thank for you sharing this story. It feels profound for me, I know it must have been for you.
I hope you follow your heart and try out the caretakers field as it is very rewarding. I worked as a support worker until I become disabled myself requiring caregivers so have been on both side of that fence. Support/careworkers are always in short supply so very needed so much appreciated.
My son was paralyzed in January 1999. He was 18. He suffered a C3 to 5 and T7 to 11 injury with a spinal puncture at C5. He was paralyzed from the chest down with a complete injury. As you talked about your premonitions, I got chills because I am the same way. The week of my son's accident, I had several. I had a strong one the day before that made me shudder. I was in the car with my husband, and he asked what was wrong. I told him something really bad was about to happen, and he laughed and said I was nuts. I didn't know who it involved or what it was. Unfortunately, I soon found out. My son fell over 100 ft down a mountain ravine. The people with him said it sounded like a rifle going off. Later, they found out it was his bones breaking. Thankfully,my son did not feel pain. He never had pain like some of the people he later met, although he did have spasms. Your story sounds so familiar, even the pressure sores. My son went thru all that several times. My son's doctor did not use the word paralyzed for several days. I was thankful for that. It was all too much for all of us. I totally understand what you are saying. My heart goes out to you, and you are in my prayers from now on. Remain strong. Lots of love from the USA.
Sherry, being a Empath as you, Eirin and I are can be very difficult at times. You and Eirin have the same Empath gifts where I have a different one. I feel other’s feelings, can tell when someone is lying, and can feel bad people. It’s hard to explain. There is a great book about Empath’s if your interested in learning more about it, that I could recommend.
I understand My son was hit by a car. He lived, but can't walk well. Prior to the accident, I was always worried and I would say, I'm worried he is going to be hit by a car. Prior to leaving after spring break I wanted to talk to him about safely crossing the road, and he refused to listen. My last works to him before he left were "Kids with autism get hit by csr/bus." I had read a story about s,omeobe with autism that Happened to. During winter break, as i was buying his coat, i tight to myself, which coat makes him more visible to cars and reduces the chances of getting hit by a car. So I understand the premonition thing.
@@kathyglass2922 My husband was going on a business trip about 500 miles away. I felt scared about the trip & asked him if he could fly instead of driving. As the days got closer to him leaving I got more scared and the day B4 he left I showed him my hands and they were shaking and I told him I had a bad feeling about him going. I didn't know what would happen - I just had a bad feeling. He assured me everything would be fine. He left for the trip & was hit by a drunk driver and died.
Thank you for sharing your story. In 2014 my husband was in a motorcycle accident and broke his back. He severed his spinal cord at T5 and T6 and was instantly paralyzed. He is now coming to the 9 year mark of being a paraplegic. So much of your story reminds me of the struggles he face and continues to face everyday. The amazing thing is the he (and you) are so positive, choose to be happy when it would be so easy to be sad. I tell my husband that he is the strongest man I know. We have allowed his accident to bring us closer and stronger as a couple. Your video shows your strength as well. Thank you again for sharing.
Dear Erin, I’m grateful to be one of those, who have listened to your story. In moments like this, you still managed to think of your friend and other nurses at the hospital. I applaud you and I wish you all the best ❤️💕
I am a care giver and your description of what it feels like to be paralyzed is so helpful, on how to provide better and more empathetic care. ❤️ Keep sharing!
My niece is a quad also. Thanks for sharing your story. I understand so much what you’ve gone thru. My niece is completely paralyzed. The only muscles she can control are her facial muscles. She is on a ventilator to breathe and since her vocal cords are also paralyzed we have to read her lips. She’s such an inspiration. And she keeps us constantly busy taking her to movies and shopping and hanging out at books stores. Lol. Thanks for living with the grace and strength that you thrive in. God bless.
Wow. I’m laying in bed going through some really difficult health problems at the moment and just happened to click on your video by mistake. It’s definitely put things into perspective and I want you to know how incredibly humbling your video was for me. To see such a gentle loving soul speak so eruditely brought me to tears. It’s not a question of you being brave because you have no choice but to be but to open yourself up to the vulnerability has blown me away. I’m sending you a huge virtual hug from the uk and you’re an inspiration to so many people. Much love to you and you family from the uk. 😢❤
I spent this whole video thinking of what I could possibly write in a comment that would do it justice. I'm afraid I haven't managed to think of anything, so I'll just speak from my heart. I think you are incredibly brave to talk to us about what happened to you. Your positivity and hopes for a better future is incredible and inspirational. I'm forever moaning about the various issues I have in my own life, but when I see what life has dealt you, I feel lucky to be as I am. Most of my issues are completely my own fault, whereas what's happened to you was not your fault at all. I'm working on myself but have so many regrets that I didn't make changes when I wasn't an old git like I feel I am now. Thank you Eirin for being so brave and sharing your story. I think you're amazing.
Love from Chicago! Wowww your story made me stop in my tracks.... all my problems disappeared.... I lost my job, bills pilling up, my bank account is negative and I find myself sitting in a chair crying! Friends blowing in the air... yet your video gave me a push to keep pushing life forward! Thank you xoxo
I feel so priviledged to be able to give you something of value in your painful circumstances, and you deserve so much more! Thank you for shining your light my way and I send you my light and love as you push forward and upwards! 🤍✨💖
I’m an oncology nurse and your story is so moving. Please know that nurses empathize and don’t take any frustration personally. Thankyou so much for sharing your story. I’m so sorry you have gone through this life changing moment , but happy you have found the positives.
I felt so many things while watching this… I’m sorry that this happened to you, amazed by your premonition, and in awe of your beautiful personality and perseverance. I can feel your warmth and light through the screen.
Your channel has been suggested to me but YT. Gosh, you are amazing and probably the bravest person I’ve watched a video of. What a strong, strong light you do have. Make sure you spread that across the whole world 🌟
Erin, your story was like a Devine Appointment for me. My neighbor’s son was in a terrible car accident 10 days ago and he is paralyzed from the chest down. He is only 24 and single. All of his facial bones were broken, both hips broken, broken knee. He has had several surgeries and they stabilized his spine. He is beginning to realize what has happened. Your experience was so valuable to help me understand what he is feeling. His parents are devastated and heartbroken. Thank you for sharing your feelings and that it is still possible to have happiness and purpose.. God bless you and thank you♥️🙏
I want to thank you for telling your story. I am certain it will inspire many like myself who live every day with disabilities that they are unaware of until life throws them a situation that they have no control over or say in. In 2009 I was involved in a crash whilst on a Council bus. At the time I don't know how it happened but I got home then two days later I discovered that walking and keeping my balance was almost non existent. All of a sudden I began having numerous falls and other events that were inexplicable to me until I met a Paediatric Neurosurgeon ŵho took the time to explain that I still have a condition called Hydrocephalus. A side- effect of Meningitis and there is no cure. I am almost 70 and will spend the remainder of my life in a Care Facility with Staff who are very kind and caring to me. My husband and family 👪 keep tabs on my welfare daily. I know that every day I am grateful for everything that is done for me by others. Yes! Especially my husband who doesn't want to divorce me. Still love him❤.
You were a child going through this, and yet you stop your story at times, because you are thinking of others, even though you endured and suffered immensly, your thoughts are still of others and how they suffered, your friend and her frozen reaction, the nurses that you yelled at when you understandably were so angry,-- that to me is so amazing. What a heart you have. I cried with you through this video. I am glad that you are learning about true happiness and I hope that you continue to do so. I hope you have a wonderful evening as well. ❤️
Thank you so much for sharing your story. You are a beautiful girl and I love listening to you. 25 years ago my 17 year old son, Jonathan, drowned on the last day of summer camp. I was particularly interested in your account of your near drowning, and the beauty that you saw, as you were drifting into unconsciousness. It gave me hope to think that perhaps he had gone through a similar experience as he passed from his earthly life. I have subscribed and hope to hear more of your story.
You are truly THE bravest, sweetest soul!!! My story has a different turn than yours. I've had 5 cervical surgeries. I have rods from C2-T3 and a plethora of other hardware. As much as I dreaded my 5th surgery knowing it could yield permanent migraines, I knew paralysis was unavoidable if I didn't have the surgery. Fast forward almost 10yrs since #5. Yes I have migraines 20+ days per mo. I manage them without pain meds due to being deathly allergic to 99.9% of all pain meds including over the counter. But as you said, we learn life if worth living. I say, "It's learning how to live in my new normal.". You, My Sweetheart, are my new hero! Love, light, prayers and hugs to you!!!
Thank you so much for being here, sweet soul ❤️❤️ My heart goes out to you, all you’ve been through and the challenges you still face ❤️ You’re my hero too 🥰
You should be a writer! Your story captivated me, you describe these things so well and in a painfully beautiful way. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. It gives me hope :)
100%. I don't know why this video was recommended to me, just clicked because I didnt know the word ' Quadriplegic'. But as you were speaking i could see the whole event happening in front of my eyes. That really is a talent
I'm not sure why your video showed up on my feed, but I am so glad it did. ❤️ You are truly amazing and inspiring. Hearing your story helped me put my own life and troubles in perspective. You are a gifted, eloquent speaker who is here for an important purpose. Keep letting your light shine.
Your story reminds me a lot of Joni Eareckson Tada who became a quadriplegic in a diving accident when she was 17yo. She wrote her autobiography Joni. You might find it interesting to read, if you've not already come across it. Your positive attitude is inspiring.
My neighbor across the street is paralyzed from the neck down. He can’t move his arms. His attitude is amazing. It’s been over 30 years for him. So incredible, and I wish you all the best that life can capture.
Well, whats left to say. The comments on here say it all. You are a darling woman, who exudes grace by the bucketful. I too dont know why this video showed up on my feed, but sure am glad it did. May Gods love and power touch you and lift you up to new heights. You are more powerful than you realize.
Erin, you said it, “My best years are yet to come.” I believe you! Your testimony is heartfelt and life-changing. Thanks for your vulnerability. You're an angel of light. it’s easy to see you before large crowds of people telling your story. Like Joni Eareckson Tada, one day you will write a life-changing book. My love and prayers are coming your way from Bosnia-Herzegovina. ❤❤❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
It broke my heart hearing your story. I am so sorry that happened and I am glad you were able to share your story. Keep going, Erin because you’re a beautiful soul ❤
@@Starae336 That isn’t what they’re saying here. It’s basic human psychology to pull yourself out of a situation, by measuring your experiences to others. It’s very normal and can be very healthy
Oh Eirin, you poor darling 😢. I’m in Australia. My mum came across your videos and recommended that I watch them to see what others have gone through in life. I became a triple amputee just over 8 years ago and I’m still not coping with this new way of life. I absolutely admire your strength and positivity after everything you’ve gone through. Thank you for sharing your story with us, it certainly makes others open their eyes and realise that these things CAN AND DO happy to anybody, anytime, anywhere. You are SUCH A WARRIOR! Please don’t ever lose your positivity, love and glow for life and everything you’ve endured and continue to. You’ve certainly made me realise I have a LOT of work to do on myself still.. especially since I start at the beginning time and time again. I wish you all of the love and happiness that’s possible in the world. ❤
As much of an inspiration she is to you. Also remember that you are somebody else’s inspiration in their hardship. Life is a big circle. Much love from a fellow Aussie in Adelaide ❤️
you are a warrior as well...just the fact that u admit you start at the beginning time and time again is proof u are determined to make it .....your new reality may not be desirable but it is actually full of possibilities....everytime our lives takes us kicking and screaming down a path we don't want its time to really find the strength to make it work ....there will be people counting on u ......
You are amazing! You’re so kind and sweet and I’m so sorry this happened to you! I just wanted to say your strength is an inspiration and I hope you know that you’re a gift to all of us here. Thank you for sharing your story ❤️
Thank you so much for being so open and vulnerable in sharing your story. It’s important. I’m glad to hear you are so resilient. The best things are indeed ahead of you!
Thank you for sharing your story. I am a retired nurse, & I just want you to know that as nurses we do not take any of the patients’ frustrations personally. We understand that it comes from the pain & difficulty that they are going through. So no need to feel anything bad about what happened when at the hospital. I am amazed at your strength & positivity & you are truly an inspiration in so many ways. Wishing you happiness & peace in your life.❤️💖💗💜💕🙏
I have been struggling with the loss of my partner, my brother, and my sister in a short period of time. There have been times my mental and emotional pain feels too much to bear. I don’t know how else I came across your video except for divine intervention. I needed to hear your story. I am inspired to make the best of the rest of the time I have here. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Sending love ❤
Beautiful Sarah ❤️ I can only try to imagine your pain, but I can very well understand that it must be and feel unbearable at times. It’s such a trauma that you are living in and I am hoping to the Heavens that your life will still be filled with good moments, joyful experiences and precious memories. Thank you for being here and blessing us all with your bright light ✨ You now live in our hearts, thoughts and prayers, and you’re never truly alone 🙏💖 Bless you, angel, your story will bring grace to so many souls who are going through painful and brutal experiences 🤍🌎
I just started my channel, and I feel for you so much! C5-C7 complete, not only does the injury include paralysis, it causes depression, anxiety, loneliness, loss off all friend relationships, etc. yet we power on somehow, and that in itself says wonders.❤️❤️❤️❤️
Good luck with your channel! Thank you! I also feel for others in similar situations, because you’re right. It’s more than a single physical trauma, it has a domino effect of mental and emotional trauma that can go on and on. We really do, and I hope that that will be the reality for as many of us as possible. Thank you for being here ❤️
Hello there. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and prayers are going out to you. You are a wonderful person and your story is very important to listen to. I am a caregiver and also learn from you how to help people with the same values and also how you gain control of your independence. It was very uplifting for me to hear you talking about your life and how you had taught people skills to be a nurse assistant to get through your daily routine.
I'm not paralyzed but I so relate to learning to stop being angry, start being grateful and to start living again. I don't know how I got this recommended to me but I'm so thankful it did. Beautiful and inspiring. Thank you!
That’s my goal. To stop being so angry. My right side is screwed up thanks to a drunk driver. It took all my control not to exact revenge I. Him. I just came across this video, & I know I’m better off than this individual,but emotionally… it’s a different story
I'm so glad you are here and you did not die. I'm so thankful to hear you say you have a life. You are here and here for a reason. We all are. You are certainly an inspiration!
Thank you for sharing your story with us. I can’t even begin to imagine how hard that must have been for you. You are one strong lady. God continue to bless you. 🙏🏽
Your story really touched me, especially about how the nurses forgave you and it allowed you to forgive yourself. Even through all you went through, you were still worried about being mean to them. That speaks volumes to the kind of person you are at your core. Wishing you a full happy life.
I was a nurse and am now a nurse lecturer. Your story is one of the most powerful things I have seen, and your comments on subjects such as how it feels to have people to perform intimate procedures such as washing you is something I am constantly trying to impress on my students. I hope you don’t mind me sharing this link with them, I feel hugely privileged to have shared your story with you. I wish you all the very best, and again, thank you xx
Your strength in being able to express yourself is amazing. As a trauma nurse I’ve been on the receiving end of the emotional trauma that has happened to others that had experienced similar experiences. We don’t take it personally. You’re showing me the resilience of a beautiful woman that I never got to experience from a post traumatic experience. Thank you. Keep living your life. ❤️
Grandma Birdy from Texas, USA sending you love & blessings! I am retired teacher & I believe you are a healer & uplifter…..your talent with words & your experiences will/can help so many that are suffering. Your words uplift people that also have no suffering to help them realize “their blessings”. Thank you for sharing, my sweet Angel 😘. I look forward to hearing your wisdom in the future!
Well done for telling your story. I felt all the emotions as you went through it all in such detail. I'm so sorry for what happened to you. It must be hard to prevent the "what if" thoughts from sliding in to your mind. You are so strong. Just know, from a student nurse, and carer for 22 years that when we care for a patient.. ie. Washing, dressing helping to use the toilet... we don't look at you and think "a naked person", or "a person using the toilet".. we help someone to the toilet with the some thoughts as we do when we go to the toilet ourselves. There's no embarrassment, no shame and no need to feel like you are taking up people's time. We do it because we love to help in what ever way we can, to make you feel normal and clean and well cared for. XxxX
I have no idea why the YT algorithm recommended your video, but I'm so glad it did. I believe "everything happens for a reason". We may **never** know that reason, and maybe sometimes we will. So I don't know what brought me to your channel, but I feel profoundly changed after watching this. Your courage and strength in just speaking of your experience is uplifting and inspiring. You have helped us to "imagine" the unimaginable. Not in a pitiful way... but in an emotionally charged educational way. A way that we can feel in our own hearts and souls. I can't thank you enough for the gift you have left me with tonight.
Thank you for telling your story. My daughter at 16 became a paraplegic. She is now 19 and going to college. From a mom hearing your story brings back memories from my daughter. You are a strong woman.
Oh, it’s such a trauma for a parent to witness their child go through something like that. One must feel so powerless and scared when it happens 😔 My mom still struggles with it, even though we have much to be thankful for. It’s natural. Thank you ❤️ You’re both beautiful, strong women too - and I’m so excited for your daughter going to college! 🤩
Wow!! I didn’t know what I had stumbled upon. I listened to every word on the edge of my seat. You’re an amazing storyteller!! You definitely could write a book! You should! Wishing you the best!!❤
Eirin , I'm a sp.ed. teacher, I sometimes I see tears rolling down this student that is quadriplegic, no speech from his part . Deep inside me I know he is suffering bc he sees other students play, jump, walk etc. i talk to him about God's love for all his children. For my own comfort I know these children are very special in the lord's eyes, and that in eternal life theywill be complete in every way. They will get to do the things that that could not do on Earth. Love you!
Wouldn't that be a horror...to be trapped inside your body, be unable to speak, as we really don't know the brain processes, the awareness, the pain! Hope you keep communicating with that young student, perhaps finding some way of eliciting a response through eye blinking, eye focus, touch, etc. Blessings in the work you do.
You are an amazing woman. You have so much strength and beauty in life where something tragic has happened to you, but you don’t let it get you down. I admire you and want to thank you for sharing your story. ❤
Oh Honey, you are so brave. I am so sorry for your accident. It’s just like a Joni Erickson Tada. She was also in a diving accident here in the USA years ago. She is such a blessing to so many people. I am sure you will also be a wonderful blessing to others also. God Bless you. ❤
Yes. Her movie is on Netflix now:) I’ve yet to watch it, but my mother told me her story as a child.. Thank you for sharing Eirin, so much:) love to you sweetheart ❤
I cannot begin to imagine how difficult this was for you to record. I can only hope that sharing your incredibly moving narrative was cathartic for you. Your intelligence, sensitivity, and compassion shined through with every word spoken. I wish you the best. Take care of yourself.
You’re such a light ✨ you’ve inspired so many people (including myself) with sharing your story. I know it’s not easy to relive the situation, but I applaud your strength. hope you’re doing well these days ❤
You are such a light. Thank you for sharing your story with all of us. I am so happy you’re here and choose to fight for your life every single day. I am sending you so much love and a big hug. I hope whatever your day looks like today, I hope it’s amazing and beautiful. ❤
You are my new hero. Never have I had the chance to hear someone's story with such feeling and detail. You are loved by so many people, and thank you for reminding us that life is so precious, no matter what it throws at us. You are here for a reason. Your words will help thousands or even millions of people going thru something difficult. I could never have your strength, it takes a special someone to do what you are doing.
Thank you for sharing your story Erin! My daughter's father was paralyzed and became a quadriplegic after being hit by a drunk driver while riding his bicycle. He lives independently and has a good life. I wish the same for you! All the very best to you in life! You're awesome! 🤗💖 🤗💖
Thank you for sharing your story. Your straightforwardness and honesty is so appreciated. What courage you have, to accept what cannot be changed, and to move forward in the ways that you are able. You're a great example for all to follow!❤
Thank you Eirin for being so vulnerable with us. I admire your courage. We can see sense that have done a lot of work on yourself, you are full of compassion towards others and i think it is very selfless of you. Please continue to share ! Sending much love and prayers! You are truly an inspiration. Prayers your way!!♥️♥️
Thank you so much for your kind words - I truly appreciate it! ❤️ It’s so wonderful to hear that I could give you something of value 🙏 Sending light and love your way 💖✨
Hi beautiful souls! Thank you so much for being here and for your wonderful comments - I truly appreciate them ❤️ I try to read and answer as many as possible, and know that I’m just so thankful that you take from your valuable time to do so ❤️ Love & light!
You are so beautiful. Ugh i cant stop crying. I just hate all the worst things happen to the best people
Thank you Eirin. I became a paraplegic 39 years ago. Your ability to tell your story so well is remarkable. You put into words so many of the things I have had a hard time expressing. You have a gift and I thank you so much for sharing yourself and your story with everyone. I am so happy to have found your channel. ❤
@eirinceciliegjedrem: Hi Eirin: I think of you every day. You have changed my life in a very positive way by reminding me every day to be grateful for what I have. Last night I was tossing and turning in bed, couldn't get comfortable. Then I thought of YOU! I asked God to forgive me for being so ungrateful for my warm bed and thanking Him that I have the ability to toss and turn. I thought, "Eirin can't toss and turn to get comfortable, so settle down and go to sleep." Then I said a prayer for you and fell asleep. God bless you Eirin. Looking forward to your videos. ❤❤
@@psrwhite God is using Eirin in her misfortune of this lifes trials for exactly that purpose, to encourage so many✝️ She has been gifted with His strength to endure just as Philippians 4:13 tells us we can..
@@Proverbs--tx6yr Yes we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us! Thank you for that reminder. AMEN!!
I am a 72 year old woman who has just seen the most beautiful soul of my journey here on earth. I cried, I prayed, I held my hand over my heart Your ability to describe what you felt, what you heard, what you saw that day is incredible. I am truly humbled by your story. I am ashamed for my petty problems . You are a true inspiration and light from God.. to remind us what gratitude and joy can fill a heart in the most unimaginable circumstances. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
@@mihe6212 A soulless troll has entered the chat.
@@mihe6212 , if you read the comments you'll see many friends have written, like me! Empathy is a precious gift🌹
And I 2nd that Thank You 💖 Liane!
Molly Henn you must be a miserable person
@@mihe6212 we all need friends- otherwise the internet would be silent 🤔 ppl just ppl.
Thank you. I am a physician. I have patients with spinal cord injuries and I have never had the courage, even as their doctor, to say how does it feel. I know one who has a level that appears similar to yours has told me he has tremendous pain sometimes. But like you, he avoids pain medications but does need muscle relaxers some. Your story will help me understand and care for my patients better. Again Thank you.
I was thinking the same thing. I used to be a case manager/social worker. Several of my clients had similar injuries and I wondered how it it. Out of fear of causing more harm, I didn't ask some of the questions I wanted to know. I find it very brave of this young lady to share her story. By sharing her story, she is helping us to provide better care for her.
Thank you - I appreciate you and what you’ve dedicated your life to do ❤️
As a social worker and therapist, I appreciate your comment. I encourage you to do better and ask. Social workers ask. We seek to understand and that takes emotional risk. Being present and bearing witness to our patients' suffering and pain is a gift that they deserve. Be brave.
Hello Eirin,
I am a nurse and you said something that caught my attention. When you talked about how you felt as you were being moved, bathed, and taken to the bathroom…. I know a lot of the time we are trying to work together as to not hurt the patient. Others are in a rush to get to the next room. I was always worried about a blanket or sheet to cover them up. But I do remember saying at times to patients, “it’s ok we see patients everyday”. Now I hear from your point of view, and I wished I would have worded that differently. I thank you for your honesty and how brave you have been to endure all there is to go through. I appreciate it. Thank you!
You are a beautiful woman. I don't know from where you reign, nor from what you became paralyzed, but you are an angel to share your experience and life. "An uncomfortable notion". Wow.
Warm hugs from Utah, beautiful young lady. I'd love to visit you.
As a med student, its really common for patients to be angry and rude sometimes, and health care professionals are trained to understand it. If someone is in the hospital, they are in pain, mental or physical or both, and it's IMPOSSIBLE to be always nice when you're in pain. 90% of the patients don't act rude because they want to, but because they can't help it. It's a normal part of the process, so don't blame yourself! ❤
@@morgancalvi6675 yikes! You shouldn’t have to go through that. I’m a C5-6 (complete) quad for 30+ years and have had several female friends who are also quadriplegic, and they’ve never been made to feel like a second-class citizen. We’re going through a major healthcare shortage in Canada right now, practicing "reactive" medicine as opposed to the proactive approach we had pre-pandemic. I urge you to do whatever you can to get out of that Province-which is so much easier said than done. I’m sorry to read that you’re going through this. Be strong.
Thank you for saying this. Thank you for understanding.
@@morgancalvi6675 Unfortunately, I know exactly what you mean
Thank you so very much for sharing your journey. It brought me such inspiration, and your light is an absolute gift. I awed by your courage, warmth and spirit. I had no idea that paralysis brought physical pain, as you described. I will add you forever to my prayers.
My son is a c6 7 quad chest down, no finger movement but can use arms and wrist. He became independent on his own. Cooks, cleans, does his own laundry etc transfers goes to university just got his license lives in a dorm only uses help for bc. Never give up, his med list is baclofen and oxybutnin for the past 16 years, pain meds at first he was 15. He has proven to me when someone says they can't they will find a way and say can. I was in a panic at first when he moved to the dorm at yhe University, I had always done almost everything for him. Little did I know he would figure out his own techniques without hand tools to bake, steam and use the dorms kitchen. He had started his own bathing vacuuming his room etc before moving out. He has had his guitar modified and plays it again and builds computers from scratch. He's on his masters degree for IT tech. You can do anything your mind can reach for.. bless you
This brigthens my soul to read - I’m happy for you both that he is making such a wonderful life for himself 🥹🥰
Absolutely amazing
Wow! Your son sounds too perfect to be real! 👏🏾✊🏾
@@suzymoroka297 he pushed himself to be independent, it's not impossible just he said a disability wasn't gonna hold him back.
what is “bc”?
Sounds like he is very smart & hard working; impressive. Sounds like you & others have provided good support as well.
I never knew that paraplegics felt pain. Thank you for explaining that and telling your story.
Yes I'm paraplegic and in great pain and discomfort. God bless this lady. X
There are complete and incomplete paraplegics depending on how much fluid left the spinal cord
@@calenodepuracepa thanks. I'm paraplegic with incomplete. I never knew it was to do with fluid. X
Same here. Did not understand when paralyzed persons would claim to have pain
@@doonagoding6146 it's the nerves running riot coz they don't know where to go coz the spinal cord is damaged. Naturopathic pain
Well, I am not sure why UA-cam sent you to me but I am so glad it did. I have been a critical care nurse for 17 years. I have cared for young adults in the Neuro ICU that were withdrawn, angry, depressed, and understandably so. When you expressed your regret for being so angry and yelling at the nurses, please know that a lot of our tears have more to do with seeing your emotional pain and knowing you are suffering. We just want to make things better and sometimes the realization is that we can’t. Please keep telling your story. You truly are gifted. The education you have provided with your video is amazing and far reaching. I believe you are just getting started. 😊
Thank you for sharing your light and for being your wonderful self 💖✨
AMEN!!!
You are truly a gift from God to show us how to manage our difficulties instead of complaining about small things. You certainly are a strong person and you have given me courage to face what may come my way. Thank you for this inspiring video. My prayers and love for you will remain always.❤ you are so beautiful and know always that God is always beside you. ❤😇❤
As an ER doc for over 30 years, I want to thank you for sharing what happened to you. You spoke with such eloquence that I felt I was you. Not many people have the gift you have of making a story of intense pain become so relatable, captivating the hearts of anyone who watched this. I think you are perfect candidate for posting all kinds of content, even storytelling. Thank you so much for inspiring all of us! ,
Thank you so much for your wonderful and kind words - I truly appreciate them! ❤️
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I cannot walk unaided either. Not completely paralyzed but I no longer cannot balance or move without falling over. I have had two surgeries in my neck to fuse and stabilize all of it to prevent my spinal cord from becoming severed.
I am so fortunate that I am not in pain except occasionally when my back and neck muscles get tight. Then manual therapy helps get that worked out. I have a spouse who cares for me. Drives me where i need to go. I can take showers, get dressed and go to the toilet by myself. So far anyway. Since my most recent surgery, my manual dexterity has gotten better. Balance is about what it was, but at least it does not seem to be worsening. I am grateful to my surgeon at Stanford. I had problems with post op pain issues and once had to be revived with Narcan. I guess that whatever they gave me was too much which suppressed my breathing. The only thing I remember is waking up suddenly and being told about the Narcan. A very strange situation altogether. No pain relief possible for three days after that. Narcan had tied up the pain receptors. Not a good situation but at least I was alive and breathing.
Please know you are changing lives by sharing your story. I was just laying in bed feeling sorry for myself over my own petty health issues and depression and accidentally clicked on your video. I hung on to every word. You gave me the strength to get up get back to life. You're an angel and here on earth for a reason. I could feel every word you said. Just like other commenters, it was like being right there with you. I don't cry often, but I did listening to your story. I'll never take my mobility for granted again because of you. Sending every ounce of love in my heart to you, from Texas. No need to reply, just know that you have a new subscriber from TX who will follow you as long as you make videos.
Thank you, sweetness ❤️
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I am disabled and mostly bedridden as well, but it was from a malpractice spine surgery. I very much understand what it’s like for our world to turn upside down and learn to accept what has happened to us/our new lives. I also must’ve had something in my subconscious to do a lot with my life before my surgery happened, which I have never heard anybody else describe besides you... that was interesting to hear put into words.
If you don’t mind my asking, does anyone know/understand what exactly you dove into that paralyzed you? You described that you dove into the water and you didn’t dive deeply, so I am a little confused on that.
Thank you for sharing your story.
Totally 💯 on your post from another Texan. East Texas.
Thanks for your wonderful spirit. Thanks for sharing. I am praying for you, for me and for humanity.
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Gentle hugs and love beautiful lady.
I am so glad I stopped by.
My disabilities are bad, but nothing like yours. 😔
It just goes to show that our lives can be changed in the blink an eye.
You took us on your story that changed your life.😢
Stay safe beautiful lady and love from Bonnie Scotland. Your story will live on in me foreve Erin. X 💗🕊😔
My sister was paralyzed in a car accident and I just happened to find your story. We had just gone through the death of our mother and she had just graduated nursing school. She had just got a job and I was so proud of her. She was finally going to be able to help support her little family and not have to struggle financially. All of her hard work had paid off and this was her chance to shine. The death of our mother had torn our hearts out and we were all hurting so bad. So sudden and unexpected that we were all struggling with the grief, but this was something that I felt would be good to help her deal with some of the pain of losing our mother. Our mother died in September and my sisters car accident was the following January. Just months after. I’ll never forget the shock and pain of hearing she was paralyzed. So many emotions of pain, deep sadness, and even anger. I still question why did this have to happen to her. She didn’t deserve this. Nobody does. She is living her life and doing well all things considered. It’s just still so hard to understand why bad things happen to good people. God spared her life and allowed her to be here to raise her 2 precious little girls. I cannot imagine losing her. I am so thankful God chose to let us keep her and I speak for all of us. Our entire family. I’m pretty sure if she ever doubted how much she was loved, she now knows firsthand. I want to thank you for sharing your story and I am keeping you in my prayers. You will inspire so many people and help them find their way through similar circumstances. God bless you! ❤
What a wonderful testimony. Thank you for sharing. She is blessed to have a wonderful sister like you. May the God of comfort and peace cover you all .
Dear Melissa ❤️
Thank you for sharing your story; I feel for you and your family. You have been through so much pain and heartache and it’s a precious thing that you have each other. You seem like two strong and resourceful women, who are a blessing to not only your surroundings, but to me and people here as well 💖
Thank you for sharing your light with us all, I’m so thankful you’re here and you’re in my prayers as well ✨💖🙏
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ wow! You are such a beautiful light! Thank you for sharing. God bless you!
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I'm struggling in my own head because I have cancer. Ovarian, stomach, in my neck and tumors in my lungs. I sometimes feel so dam sorry for myself. To hear your story and your great attitude helped me very much tonight. I'm not alone. Some people have it worse than I . Your strength is so inspiring. You truly just helped me not to feel so sad, and sorry for myself. Idk what my future holds but I hope I can have more gratitude, as you do. Take care n thank you so much for sharing your story. Xoxo
Praying for you and your cancer journey. Sending you lots of love and hugs.
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Im so sorry. You have right to feel pain. Each is going through their own. Cancer is a monster. Sending you love and wishing you a full recovery.
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My heart breaks for that little girl who had no idea what was happening.
I don't think I've ever heard someone talk about paralysation with such eloquence and depth.
You're an incredible soul and I thank you for sharing your story; you should be so proud of how far you've come. ❤
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Hello Eirin. Your story was very emotional for me. When my son was 17 years old in 1998, he was in an accident very similar to yours. He was at a friend's house on a lake. He was very athletic and had spent his summer doing water sports and driving around town with his friends. He didn't realize that the water level had dropped at the dock he was diving at and like you he boke his neck. It was a very minor break but it damaged his spinal chord at the C4 to C5 level. He was instantly paralyzed and if a friend hadn't noticed that he didn't come up, he would not have made it. The main difference for him was that no one knew for sure that he wouldn't ever be able to walk- there was hope that once the swelling went down, and the trauma his body went through was over, he may get better. He did get better. He has some movement everywhere but not enough to walk or do any of the things he loved, the things he told me, he was planning to do with his one beautiful. life. Although he has adjusted well over the years (he is 42 now), he is obviously a different person than he was on track to be. He is smart and loving, and is careful to not let me see him sad or angry. But sometimes I just know that when he's moody or angry about something trivial, it's not really that trivial thing that he is upset over. I still sometimes cry for him, and it seems like it happened yesterday. My heart that has been broken for him will never heal. I hold on to my belief that we actually have more to look forward to than this one life. But that is not his belief, so he tries to make the best of the things he can enjoy doing now, and he is the strongest person I know. I love him so very much. Thank you, Eiren for your story. I wish you much happiness. You are an inspiration.
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Thank you so much for being here and for sharing your story; you are wonderful 🥰 My heart goes out to you both and I wish for as many good moments, experiences and memories as possible - you both truly deserve it ❤️ You are incredibly strong yourself, and he is blessed by having you in his life - just as I am with my Mom 💖
From the very beginning of your video, the moment you began talking, I could feel your beautiful heart, there's a light about you--hard to explain. Your perspective, I noticed, was not so much on yourself but in moments of possible death, you were thinking of others. How your friend felt, how panicked your grandparents looked, etc.You are a light-worker, your journey here on earth, imo, is to help others through your videos and possibly a book on how you deal with trauma and pain day after day. God bless you!
I, too, noticed her concern for others first rather than herself. She has a certain light about her.
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Thank you for the word "light worker" I will have to check into that. I am not paralysed but I have the same premonitions that she speaks of. I came to realize that we are all shown what our lives will be like....some remember and some don't.
Oh my goodness. I lost both my adult children last year and I often feel like my life is over. Your courage and sweet spirit makes me want to be better - to focus on what is good rather than what I have lost. Your loss is profound, as is mine, and yet you are making, as you say, the best of it. God bless you for sharing your story with all of us. You give me hope. ❤
I’m so very sorry for the loss of your children.🍀May the Road Rise to Meet You🍀
My heart goes out to you, in the pain of your loss - I’m so sorry you have to experience something as painful as you have ❤️ Bless you for sharing your light 🤍✨🕊️🙏
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The way you described the accident, especially how it was for you in the water, you took me right there with you. I could not imagine how terrified you must have been but somehow you managed to convey that helpless terror so realistically and poignantly. You are an incredible story teller and a beautiful, incredibly strong soul. I love your gratitude too. It is so so humbling. Thank you so much for sharing such an experience with us all. You have really touched my heart and my God bless you in every way possible.
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I rejoice with you about finding gratitude. I'm 70 and have been almost bllind all of my life. I went through all the anger, bitterness and resentment. After finding Jesus Christ I finally had the courage to go into serious therapy for all the aabuse. It has been slow, but I now live in a Board & Care home and retirement is absolutely the best time in my life. Like you I am grateful and had to apologize to people for so much rage. God Bless and all like that..
Where is this board and care home?
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What a wonderful testimony Jane.
Hello Jane,
In a way we all are blind until God opens our eyes for the Grace in Jesus Christ.
I'm very happy Jesus came into your life.
Now you have "everything" that you need.(maybe not what you want)
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Jane, I have very much enjoyed your success story-therapy and connecting to god is the only path. So happy that you were able to conquer your previous negative view of life and that you are living in the light and enjoying the peace that you so richly deserve. You are a highly evolved human with your 180 degree turn around. Live life!
Dear Erin, I have just watched your video . Warm tears rolled down my face , when you were in the water my own breath became shallow . You are a gifted storyteller young woman . Beautiful, smart and I can feel your kindness . Please write a book . You could help so many . This old lady from North Carolina, USA would buy your book . All the best to you .💕
this almost 30 year old knitter will put her knitting needles down to read your book. i wish you nothing but the best.
True. You are a storyteller. Use that.
I'm a rather blunt person who says things, I think... without thinking how the person might take what I say. I'm very, very curious and think everyone else is the same. So listening to your sad, courageous, and beautiful story, I remembered I'd heard of another young girl who went through a similar ordeal. Because my middle name is Jon, I assumed the girl's name was the same as mine, and in my mind, I called her what sounds like MY name, 'Jonny', with an 'y' instead of 'i'. (This was before the folk singer, Joni Mitchell, I was young myself and had no clue her name sounded like Joan.) She is less than a year older than me and while I've neither met nor corrisponded with her, she's my shining example on how to live.
At any rate, if you haven't heard of her, she exhibits the courage you have. Her life's rich, important, and meaningful; you might like reading about her. This is a few links I found online:
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Please know I mean well. I HOPE it offers you some relief that another person has been where you've been, and can be the model to show you life can still be complete, active, and joyful. I'm not injured in any way, but have my own difficulties to bear. She has helped me...
Thank you for sharing your life story so far. You have so much to give .. very inspiring. You don’t know how much listening to you has helped me. Thank you so very much honey. I cried with you but also felt the love and hope and acceptance. Something I had struggled with during my own struggles.
This old lady from California is looking forward to reading your book!! You are a great storyteller and I just know you will put those stories in books someday. Thank you for your honest story today.
Hello, I went through something similar. I was 22 at the time. Now I am 64. Despite the difficulties, you will not give up. I send you all my best wishes.
Thanks for sharing your story. I am paralyzed from the chest down. I’ve been paralyzed since the age of 19. I’ve learned that everyone’s injury is different. For instance I can feel the lower part of my body meaning my rear end. So I haven’t had a pressure sore since my time first being in the hospital for 3 months. I will be turning 59 in August. You just have to learn how to live being paralyzed. Adapt and just figure things out. I know it’s hard being in a chair after being such an active person. I was a dancer. So I know what you are going through. Just know life is good. You are loved. If you need someone to talk to I’m available anytime. Take care. 😊😊😊
Thank you so much for sharing your love and light 🥰❤️😍
Dear Eirin, After, my daughter passed away from cancer, I learned even more to put my faith in God. You are a blessing. It’s no coincidence that you are posting this when all is chaotic in the world today. You are doing Gods will by sharing your experience. God is smiling down at you and that’s a beautiful thing. You’re a beautiful soul.❤ Thank you for being courageous.
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I wish her family would have left a comment for you. Thank you for encouraging words and uplifting messages that you have shared with us. Be blessed💕
It’s weird that people give credit to god as if it wasn’t also god’s plan to destroy so many lives every single day but when someone survives but is a quadriplegic, praise god. But my question is, which god?
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It’s because of Sin… When Adam and Eve sinned it doomed humanity, but God sent his only begotten son Jesus Christ to die for a sin full people. We are not here by accident. He given us a another chance through his son we may be saved from our sins… Jesus Christ is the only way to God.
I have a close friend who’s son just passed from drowning. He was duck hunting in very cold water, and the boat capsized, and he unfortunately had waders on. I pray that he saw the gold swirls and felt peace before his passing. Hearing you explain that part of your story gives me some sense of peace. You are amazing, and I hope that your story helps others going through similar circumstances. ❤️🙏❤️
My heart goes out to you and to your friend w/family 🥺🤍✨ I choose to believe he felt the peace and warmth as I did 🙏💛
I’m so sorry for your and your friend’s loss. When my mom was 14, a wave came onto my grandpa’s boat and threw him off deck. He also had waders on, they used those back then for fishermen, and he had no chance. He wasn’t even found… It was a grief that would be brought up as if it was fresh in certain situations, for the rest of my mom’s life… Whenever some tragedy happened at sea, it was as it had happened yesterday… Hopefully she’s with him again now…❤🙏❤️
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I’m so sorry that you lost your friend. I believe that souls live on and our loved ones are all around us. Please ask your friend to show you that he is there with you. My father shows me that he’s here and listening.
Im so so sorry! That is one of my biggest fears when my husband and family goes duck hunting. He's an avid duck hunter.
Dear, dear, dear. Your intellectual ability to recount, process, and share this is remarkable. YOU ARE A STORYTELLER. My best to you. I see you rising even higher🌺
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As a retired Social Worker that spent 14 years providing services and equipment to those that sustained traumatic brain injuries or spinal cord injury I have NEVER heard such an articulate and poignant narrative of what such a journey means as you have shared.
I always verbalized that life indeed can irreversibly shift in the blink of an eye as you also stated. I always tried to impart to those individuals and their families that life can continue but now in a different way to navigate in the world.
I also will share that my 47 year old daughter was born with Spina Bifida and has been paraplegic since birth. She is a wonderful woman that has faced and met challenges with grace and dignity as they have occurred in her life.
Thank you so much for your courage in opening your heart to give witness to your journey.
Blessings and peace from Texas.
Thank you so much for your kind words 🥰❤️ My heart goes out to you two wonderful women 💖
Your story touched my heart. You did an amazing job speaking to all you have gone through. I would welcome updates. You are very insightful. Easy to understand, brave and helpful to others. I love your smile. I will think of you daily. I wish you all you hope for.and then some. 🙏🏻
Love and prayers for a wonderful girl. You are a true blessing to many.
Thank you Eirin for laying bare your experience and how you have navigated your life since. Your story is unimaginably inspirational. I lost my mom, brother, husband and dog in 2022-I have no one left. As a result, sleep eludes me. UA-cam has become my place to immerse myself in things other than grief and worry. Tonight I stumbled upon your video completely by accident. It has helped me so much-I thought my coping skills were strong until I watched your video. Godspeed friend, you have my support and admiration.🙏
And you have mine 🥰❤️😍 Thank you for sharing your light 💝✨💖
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I'm so very sorry for your losses. I also, in quick succession, lost multiple family members as well as a pet. It has been devastating. Hopefully you will find the strength to go out and make friends and learn to live a different life. I still talk to my parents and brother every night before I go to bed. They are still with me in my memories. Sending a tight hug.
You are never alone. I have suffered great loss, as you have. Times are tough during holidays when you want to be with your family, but you have none and no one to share daily life with. You get through it. Pray and ask for blessings and for strength from your Heavenly Father. He is all we need. With Him in your life, you'll never be alone.
@user-bb4yh2uk1o My heart goes out to YOU too. Words never help, but just know that there are those of us out there who DO understand what you're going through. I wish you strength and courage through your ordeal. P.S. Only because I have suffered the same heartache as yourself, DO get another pet asap. Your heart will heal much faster. 💕🕊
The world needs you. You're voice. Your story. And your spirit.
Your words are so poetic. Speaking about the beautiful swirl of gold being breathtaking and a sunny energy. “Is there thunder in Heaven?” The gold fading away and your appreciation for air and breath. “I was so lost in everything. Such in shock, I didn’t breath, I didn’t cry. I just breathed.. for the life of me.”
Also, speaking of your caretakers as “your hands and your feet” makes me want to enter this field of work. What a beautiful outlook and wording.
Thank for you sharing this story. It feels profound for me, I know it must have been for you.
Thank you so much for your kind words ❤️🥰 The health and care professions always need beautiful souls like you 💖✨
I hope you follow your heart and try out the caretakers field as it is very rewarding. I worked as a support worker until I become disabled myself requiring caregivers so have been on both side of that fence. Support/careworkers are always in short supply so very needed so much appreciated.
I believe you’re giving the world far more than you might realize. You are a gift to all those who see and hear you. Thank you ❤
My son was paralyzed in January 1999. He was 18. He suffered a C3 to 5 and T7 to 11 injury with a spinal puncture at C5. He was paralyzed from the chest down with a complete injury.
As you talked about your premonitions, I got chills because I am the same way. The week of my son's accident, I had several. I had a strong one the day before that made me shudder. I was in the car with my husband, and he asked what was wrong. I told him something really bad was about to happen, and he laughed and said I was nuts. I didn't know who it involved or what it was. Unfortunately, I soon found out.
My son fell over 100 ft down a mountain ravine. The people with him said it sounded like a rifle going off. Later, they found out it was his bones breaking. Thankfully,my son did not feel pain. He never had pain like some of the people he later met, although he did have spasms. Your story sounds so familiar, even the pressure sores. My son went thru all that several times.
My son's doctor did not use the word paralyzed for several days. I was thankful for that. It was all too much for all of us. I totally understand what you are saying.
My heart goes out to you, and you are in my prayers from now on. Remain strong. Lots of love from the USA.
Such a strong story - my heart goes out to you 🥺❤️
You’re both in my thoughts and prayers 🤍✨🕊️🙏
Thank you for being here 💖
Sherry, being a Empath as you, Eirin and I are can be very difficult at times. You and Eirin have the same Empath gifts where I have a different one. I feel other’s feelings, can tell when someone is lying, and can feel bad people. It’s hard to explain. There is a great book about Empath’s if your interested in learning more about it, that I could recommend.
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My son was hit by a car. He lived, but can't walk well. Prior to the accident, I was always worried and I would say, I'm worried he is going to be hit by a car. Prior to leaving after spring break I wanted to talk to him about safely crossing the road, and he refused to listen. My last works to him before he left were "Kids with autism get hit by csr/bus." I had read a story about s,omeobe with autism that Happened to. During winter break, as i was buying his coat, i tight to myself, which coat makes him more visible to cars and reduces the chances of getting hit by a car. So I understand the premonition thing.
@@kathyglass2922 My husband was going on a business trip about 500 miles away. I felt scared about the trip & asked him if he could fly instead of driving. As the days got closer to him leaving I got more scared and the day B4 he left I showed him my hands and they were shaking and I told him I had a bad feeling about him going. I didn't know what would happen - I just had a bad feeling. He assured me everything would be fine. He left for the trip & was hit by a drunk driver and died.
Thank you for sharing your story. In 2014 my husband was in a motorcycle accident and broke his back. He severed his spinal cord at T5 and T6 and was instantly paralyzed. He is now coming to the 9 year mark of being a paraplegic. So much of your story reminds me of the struggles he face and continues to face everyday. The amazing thing is the he (and you) are so positive, choose to be happy when it would be so easy to be sad. I tell my husband that he is the strongest man I know. We have allowed his accident to bring us closer and stronger as a couple. Your video shows your strength as well. Thank you again for sharing.
@evelynconway8344 - Did you share this video with your husband? What was his response?
Dear Erin,
I’m grateful to be one of those, who have listened to your story.
In moments like this, you still managed to think of your friend and other nurses at the hospital.
I applaud you and I wish you all the best ❤️💕
Profound on so many levels.
You should be a writer.
You took me on a journey I could never have anticipated. Took me to a place I never imagined.
And all in a foreign language! Eirin is really remarkable.
I am a care giver and your description of what it feels like to be paralyzed is so helpful, on how to provide better and more empathetic care. ❤️ Keep sharing!
My niece is a quad also. Thanks for sharing your story. I understand so much what you’ve gone thru. My niece is completely paralyzed. The only muscles she can control are her facial muscles. She is on a ventilator to breathe and since her vocal cords are also paralyzed we have to read her lips. She’s such an inspiration. And she keeps us constantly busy taking her to movies and shopping and hanging out at books stores. Lol. Thanks for living with the grace and strength that you thrive in. God bless.
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Hi I’m so sorry to hear about your niece. I pray that God will return her to her previous state🙏🏾
@@taylorcobb425 thanks so much. Huge hugs.
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Wow. I’m laying in bed going through some really difficult health problems at the moment and just happened to click on your video by mistake. It’s definitely put things into perspective and I want you to know how incredibly humbling your video was for me. To see such a gentle loving soul speak so eruditely brought me to tears. It’s not a question of you being brave because you have no choice but to be but to open yourself up to the vulnerability has blown me away. I’m sending you a huge virtual hug from the uk and you’re an inspiration to so many people. Much love to you and you family from the uk. 😢❤
Thank you so much for your wonderful comment and for being here 🥰❤️
I spent this whole video thinking of what I could possibly write in a comment that would do it justice. I'm afraid I haven't managed to think of anything, so I'll just speak from my heart. I think you are incredibly brave to talk to us about what happened to you. Your positivity and hopes for a better future is incredible and inspirational. I'm forever moaning about the various issues I have in my own life, but when I see what life has dealt you, I feel lucky to be as I am. Most of my issues are completely my own fault, whereas what's happened to you was not your fault at all. I'm working on myself but have so many regrets that I didn't make changes when I wasn't an old git like I feel I am now. Thank you Eirin for being so brave and sharing your story. I think you're amazing.
Thank you for sharing your story and light, too, and I’m so grateful you’re here 🥰❤️
Love from Chicago! Wowww your story made me stop in my tracks.... all my problems disappeared.... I lost my job, bills pilling up, my bank account is negative and I find myself sitting in a chair crying! Friends blowing in the air... yet your video gave me a push to keep pushing life forward! Thank you xoxo
I feel so priviledged to be able to give you something of value in your painful circumstances, and you deserve so much more! Thank you for shining your light my way and I send you my light and love as you push forward and upwards! 🤍✨💖
I hope things get better for you Maritza E 🤞🙏
I’m an oncology nurse and your story is so moving. Please know that nurses empathize and don’t take any frustration personally. Thankyou so much for sharing your story. I’m so sorry you have gone through this life changing moment , but happy you have found the positives.
I felt so many things while watching this… I’m sorry that this happened to you, amazed by your premonition, and in awe of your beautiful personality and perseverance. I can feel your warmth and light through the screen.
Thank you so much ❤️❤️
Your channel has been suggested to me but YT. Gosh, you are amazing and probably the bravest person I’ve watched a video of. What a strong, strong light you do have. Make sure you spread that across the whole world 🌟
Thank you so much 🥹🥰 I’m grateful you’re here ❤️
Erin, your story was like a Devine Appointment for me. My neighbor’s son was in a terrible car accident 10 days ago and he is paralyzed from the chest down. He is only 24 and single. All of his facial bones were broken, both hips broken, broken knee. He has had several surgeries and they stabilized his spine. He is beginning to realize what has happened. Your experience was so valuable to help me understand what he is feeling. His parents are devastated and heartbroken. Thank you for sharing your feelings and that it is still possible to have happiness and purpose.. God bless you and thank you♥️🙏
I want to thank you for telling your story. I am
certain it will inspire many like myself who live every day with disabilities that they are unaware of until life throws them a situation that they have no control over or say in. In 2009 I was involved in a crash whilst on a Council bus. At the time I don't know how it happened but I got home then two days later I discovered that walking and keeping my balance was almost non existent. All of a sudden I began having numerous falls and other events that were inexplicable to me until I met a Paediatric Neurosurgeon ŵho took the time to explain that I still have a condition called Hydrocephalus. A side- effect of Meningitis and there is no cure. I am almost 70 and will spend the remainder of my life in a Care Facility with Staff who are very kind and caring to me. My husband and family 👪 keep tabs on my welfare daily. I know that every day I am grateful for everything that is done for me by others. Yes! Especially my husband who doesn't want to divorce me. Still love him❤.
Sending all my thoughts and love to him ❤
Let your neighbors hear Erin’s story, it will help them too!!
Can you explain more about the accident, i'm supposing he wasn't wearing his seatbelt if his face was broken like that?
I'm so sorry for him. What hell. Hope he can recover somewhat and get some enjoyment from life
You were a child going through this, and yet you stop your story at times, because you are thinking of others, even though you endured and suffered immensly, your thoughts are still of others and how they suffered, your friend and her frozen reaction, the nurses that you yelled at when you understandably were so angry,-- that to me is so amazing. What a heart you have. I cried with you through this video. I am glad that you are learning about true happiness and I hope that you continue to do so. I hope you have a wonderful evening as well. ❤️
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God bless 🙌 you praying for u to get well again my GOD still performs miracles 🙏!
Thank you so much for sharing your story. You are a beautiful girl and I love listening to you. 25 years ago my 17 year old son, Jonathan, drowned on the last day of summer camp. I was particularly interested in your account of your near drowning, and the beauty that you saw, as you were drifting into unconsciousness. It gave me hope to think that perhaps he had gone through a similar experience as he passed from his earthly life. I have subscribed and hope to hear more of your story.
This makes me so grateful, though I am so sorry for your loss ❤️
You are truly THE bravest, sweetest soul!!! My story has a different turn than yours. I've had 5 cervical surgeries. I have rods from C2-T3 and a plethora of other hardware. As much as I dreaded my 5th surgery knowing it could yield permanent migraines, I knew paralysis was unavoidable if I didn't have the surgery. Fast forward almost 10yrs since #5. Yes I have migraines 20+ days per mo. I manage them without pain meds due to being deathly allergic to 99.9% of all pain meds including over the counter. But as you said, we learn life if worth living. I say, "It's learning how to live in my new normal.".
You, My Sweetheart, are my new hero!
Love, light, prayers and hugs to you!!!
Thank you so much for being here, sweet soul ❤️❤️ My heart goes out to you, all you’ve been through and the challenges you still face ❤️ You’re my hero too 🥰
You should be a writer! Your story captivated me, you describe these things so well and in a painfully beautiful way. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. It gives me hope :)
100%. I don't know why this video was recommended to me, just clicked because I didnt know the word ' Quadriplegic'. But as you were speaking i could see the whole event happening in front of my eyes. That really is a talent
Indeed. I couldn't stop listening. Eirin would also be a great speaker who is able to impress and motivate people.Thanks Eirin for sharing your story.
I was thinking the same thing. She has such a gift for storytelling. It was captivating!
@@madeleine1138 I totally agree.
I'm not sure why your video showed up on my feed, but I am so glad it did. ❤️ You are truly amazing and inspiring. Hearing your story helped me put my own life and troubles in perspective. You are a gifted, eloquent speaker who is here for an important purpose. Keep letting your light shine.
Your story reminds me a lot of Joni Eareckson Tada who became a quadriplegic in a diving accident when she was 17yo. She wrote her autobiography Joni. You might find it interesting to read, if you've not already come across it. Your positive attitude is inspiring.
Damn, you are beyond brave. You really are an inspiration, thank you for sharing your story. Love from Wisconsin, USA❤
My neighbor across the street is paralyzed from the neck down. He can’t move his arms. His attitude is amazing. It’s been over 30 years for him. So incredible, and I wish you all the best that life can capture.
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Girl, you are an amazing and inspiring human. I'm privileged to be among those who could hear you story. Thank you.
God bless her
Thank you for being here 🥰
Well, whats left to say. The comments on here say it all. You are a darling woman, who exudes grace by the bucketful. I too dont know why this video showed up on my feed, but sure am glad it did. May Gods love and power touch you and lift you up to new heights. You are more powerful than you realize.
Thank you for telling your story. You are a warrior!
Erin, you said it, “My best years are yet to come.” I believe you! Your testimony is heartfelt and life-changing. Thanks for your vulnerability. You're an angel of light. it’s easy to see you before large crowds of people telling your story. Like Joni Eareckson Tada, one day you will write a life-changing book. My love and prayers are coming your way from Bosnia-Herzegovina.
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The whole time you were talking in your video ,I thought of Joni Eareckson Tada, ya'll need to meet!! God Bless you!
It broke my heart hearing your story. I am so sorry that happened and I am glad you were able to share your story. Keep going, Erin because you’re a beautiful soul ❤
I’m so sorry this happened to you. Stay strong. Praying for a miraculous recovery for you.
For anyone that says how hard their life is, think again. Thanks for sharing your story. You are a strong person.
Someone else’s hardship doesn’t mean another’s hardship isn’t important or just as difficult..
@@Starae336 That isn’t what they’re saying here. It’s basic human psychology to pull yourself out of a situation, by measuring your experiences to others. It’s very normal and can be very healthy
Oh Eirin, you poor darling 😢.
I’m in Australia. My mum came across your videos and recommended that I watch them to see what others have gone through in life.
I became a triple amputee just over 8 years ago and I’m still not coping with this new way of life.
I absolutely admire your strength and positivity after everything you’ve gone through.
Thank you for sharing your story with us, it certainly makes others open their eyes and realise that these things CAN AND DO happy to anybody, anytime, anywhere.
You are SUCH A WARRIOR!
Please don’t ever lose your positivity, love and glow for life and everything you’ve endured and continue to. You’ve certainly made me realise I have a LOT of work to do on myself still.. especially since I start at the beginning time and time again.
I wish you all of the love and happiness that’s possible in the world. ❤
Sending you wishes for lightness of spirit, joys large and small, and a world of possibility. Love from Canada ! 🇨🇦
As much of an inspiration she is to you. Also remember that you are somebody else’s inspiration in their hardship. Life is a big circle. Much love from a fellow Aussie in Adelaide ❤️
you are a warrior as well...just the fact that u admit you start at the beginning time and time again is proof u are determined to make it .....your new reality may not be desirable but it is actually full of possibilities....everytime our lives takes us kicking and screaming down a path we don't want its time to really find the strength to make it work ....there will be people counting on u ......
Thank you so much for being here and for sharing your light ✨💖 I know that you too, inspire and help people more than you know - just by being you 🥰
You are amazing! You’re so kind and sweet and I’m so sorry this happened to you! I just wanted to say your strength is an inspiration and I hope you know that you’re a gift to all of us here. Thank you for sharing your story ❤️
Thank you so much for being so open and vulnerable in sharing your story. It’s important. I’m glad to hear you are so resilient. The best things are indeed ahead of you!
Thank you for sharing your story. I am a retired nurse, & I just want you to know that as nurses we do not take any of the patients’ frustrations personally. We understand that it comes from the pain & difficulty that they are going through. So no need to feel anything bad about what happened when at the hospital. I am amazed at your strength & positivity & you are truly an inspiration in so many ways. Wishing you happiness & peace in your life.❤️💖💗💜💕🙏
I have been struggling with the loss of my partner, my brother, and my sister in a short period of time. There have been times my mental and emotional pain feels too much to bear. I don’t know how else I came across your video except for divine intervention. I needed to hear your story. I am inspired to make the best of the rest of the time I have here. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Sending love ❤
Beautiful Sarah ❤️ I can only try to imagine your pain, but I can very well understand that it must be and feel unbearable at times. It’s such a trauma that you are living in and I am hoping to the Heavens that your life will still be filled with good moments, joyful experiences and precious memories.
Thank you for being here and blessing us all with your bright light ✨ You now live in our hearts, thoughts and prayers, and you’re never truly alone 🙏💖
Bless you, angel, your story will bring grace to so many souls who are going through painful and brutal experiences 🤍🌎
So sorry for your losses.
You have gone through a lot and it is ongoing so I am happy that you’ve found a better outlook. You are incredibly articulate. Thank you for sharing.
I can not describe how this impacted me emotionally. Thank you so much for sharing. This will stay with me.
I just started my channel, and I feel for you so much! C5-C7 complete, not only does the injury include paralysis, it causes depression, anxiety, loneliness, loss off all friend relationships, etc. yet we power on somehow, and that in itself says wonders.❤️❤️❤️❤️
Good luck with your channel!
Thank you! I also feel for others in similar situations, because you’re right. It’s more than a single physical trauma, it has a domino effect of mental and emotional trauma that can go on and on.
We really do, and I hope that that will be the reality for as many of us as possible.
Thank you for being here ❤️
@@eirinceciliegjedrem I could not have said it better myself! And thank you very much, stay strong 💪🏼 ❤️🙏🏼
Hello there. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and prayers are going out to you. You are a wonderful person and your story is very important to listen to. I am a caregiver and also learn from you how to help people with the same values and also how you gain control of your independence. It was very uplifting for me to hear you talking about your life and how you had taught people skills to be a nurse assistant to get through your daily routine.
I'm not paralyzed but I so relate to learning to stop being angry, start being grateful and to start living again. I don't know how I got this recommended to me but I'm so thankful it did. Beautiful and inspiring. Thank you!
That’s my goal. To stop being so angry. My right side is screwed up thanks to a drunk driver. It took all my control not to exact revenge I. Him. I just came across this video, & I know I’m better off than this individual,but emotionally… it’s a different story
Thank you for being so generous to share your story. God bless!
Eirin - your positive attitude shows how far you've come. Hang in there and may God bless you!
Wow, as a nurse this was a very powerful story for me to hear. Thank you for being so brave and sharing this with us!! ❤❤
I'm so glad you are here and you did not die. I'm so thankful to hear you say you have a life. You are here and here for a reason. We all are. You are certainly an inspiration!
Thank you for sharing your story with us. I can’t even begin to imagine how hard that must have been for you. You are one strong lady. God continue to bless you. 🙏🏽
Thanks so much for sharing your story. I’m sorry this happened to you but it’s clear you’re a fighter. I’ll keep you in my prayers.
Your story really touched me, especially about how the nurses forgave you and it allowed you to forgive yourself. Even through all you went through, you were still worried about being mean to them. That speaks volumes to the kind of person you are at your core. Wishing you a full happy life.
Thank you so much, and likewise ❤️
I was a nurse and am now a nurse lecturer. Your story is one of the most powerful things I have seen, and your comments on subjects such as how it feels to have people to perform intimate procedures such as washing you is something I am constantly trying to impress on my students. I hope you don’t mind me sharing this link with them, I feel hugely privileged to have shared your story with you. I wish you all the very best, and again, thank you xx
You are an amazing lady! Thank you for sharing your strength xx❤
Your strength in being able to express yourself is amazing. As a trauma nurse I’ve been on the receiving end of the emotional trauma that has happened to others that had experienced similar experiences. We don’t take it personally. You’re showing me the resilience of a beautiful woman that I never got to experience from a post traumatic experience. Thank you. Keep living your life. ❤️
Grandma Birdy from Texas, USA sending you love & blessings! I am retired teacher & I believe you are a healer & uplifter…..your talent with words & your experiences will/can help so many that are suffering. Your words uplift people that also have no suffering to help them realize “their blessings”. Thank you for sharing, my sweet Angel 😘. I look forward to hearing your wisdom in the future!
Thank you so much, Grandma Birdy ❤️❤️ I am so thankful you’re here!
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Well done for telling your story. I felt all the emotions as you went through it all in such detail. I'm so sorry for what happened to you. It must be hard to prevent the "what if" thoughts from sliding in to your mind. You are so strong. Just know, from a student nurse, and carer for 22 years that when we care for a patient.. ie. Washing, dressing helping to use the toilet... we don't look at you and think "a naked person", or "a person using the toilet".. we help someone to the toilet with the some thoughts as we do when we go to the toilet ourselves. There's no embarrassment, no shame and no need to feel like you are taking up people's time. We do it because we love to help in what ever way we can, to make you feel normal and clean and well cared for. XxxX
Thank you for sharing this 🥰❤️
You are a true inspiration, praying for you
Thank you for sharing Erin. You are very strong and serve as an inspiration ❤
I have no idea why the YT algorithm recommended your video, but I'm so glad it did. I believe "everything happens for a reason". We may **never** know that reason, and maybe sometimes we will. So I don't know what brought me to your channel, but I feel profoundly changed after watching this. Your courage and strength in just speaking of your experience is uplifting and inspiring. You have helped us to "imagine" the unimaginable. Not in a pitiful way... but in an emotionally charged educational way. A way that we can feel in our own hearts and souls. I can't thank you enough for the gift you have left me with tonight.
I'm receiving this same gift now. 🙏🏼🥹
Such a brave and beautiful soul. ❤
Thank you for telling your story. My daughter at 16 became a paraplegic. She is now 19 and going to college. From a mom hearing your story brings back memories from my daughter. You are a strong woman.
Oh, it’s such a trauma for a parent to witness their child go through something like that. One must feel so powerless and scared when it happens 😔 My mom still struggles with it, even though we have much to be thankful for. It’s natural. Thank you ❤️ You’re both beautiful, strong women too - and I’m so excited for your daughter going to college! 🤩
I'm so sorry. What happened to your daughter if you care to share
@@pearlperlitavenegas2023 she was shot in her back T11 spinal cord injury
@@melaniechmiel1739 Oh no 😢 I'm so sorry
You are a good mom.
You told your story with so much warmth and light. Im so sorry for your loss of mobility. sending you love
Thank you so much for sharing your story and being vulnerable! I’m sure it’s not an easy things to talk about it.❤
Wow!! I didn’t know what I had stumbled upon. I listened to every word on the edge of my seat. You’re an amazing storyteller!! You definitely could write a book! You should! Wishing you the best!!❤
Eirin , I'm a sp.ed. teacher, I sometimes I see tears rolling down this student that is quadriplegic, no speech from his part . Deep inside me I know he is suffering bc he sees other students play, jump, walk etc. i talk to him about God's love for all his children. For my own comfort I know these children are very special in the lord's eyes, and that in eternal life theywill be complete in every way. They will get to do the things that that could not do on Earth. Love you!
Wouldn't that be a horror...to be trapped inside your body, be unable to speak, as we really don't know the brain processes, the awareness, the pain! Hope you keep communicating with that young student, perhaps finding some way of eliciting a response through eye blinking, eye focus, touch, etc. Blessings in the work you do.
You are an amazing woman. You have so much strength and beauty in life where something tragic has happened to you, but you don’t let it get you down. I admire you and want to thank you for sharing your story. ❤
You're amazing and I'm so glad that you have the opportunities that you have. You deserve all you wish for. ❤❤❤
Oh Honey, you are so brave. I am so sorry for your accident. It’s just like a Joni Erickson Tada. She was also in a diving accident here in the USA years ago. She is such a blessing to so many people. I am sure you will also be a wonderful blessing to others also. God Bless you. ❤
Joni Erickson Tada same story indeed.I hope you’ll get to know her Miss Eirin❤❤❤
Yes. Her movie is on Netflix now:) I’ve yet to watch it, but my mother told me her story as a child.. Thank you for sharing Eirin, so much:) love to you sweetheart ❤
I cannot begin to imagine how difficult this was for you to record. I can only hope that sharing your incredibly moving narrative was cathartic for you. Your intelligence, sensitivity, and compassion shined through with every word spoken. I wish you the best. Take care of yourself.
You’re such a light ✨ you’ve inspired so many people (including myself) with sharing your story. I know it’s not easy to relive the situation, but I applaud your strength. hope you’re doing well these days ❤
You are such a light. Thank you for sharing your story with all of us. I am so happy you’re here and choose to fight for your life every single day. I am sending you so much love and a big hug. I hope whatever your day looks like today, I hope it’s amazing and beautiful. ❤
I was a one on one care for a quadriplegic fire fighter who had a diving accident. Knowing how hard his day to day life is, my heart goes out to you.
You are my new hero. Never have I had the chance to hear someone's story with such feeling and detail. You are loved by so many people, and thank you for reminding us that life is so precious, no matter what it throws at us. You are here for a reason. Your words will help thousands or even millions of people going thru something difficult. I could never have your strength, it takes a special someone to do what you are doing.
You are an inspiration! Stay positive and know we are all praying for you.
Thank you for sharing your story, which I believe will help countless others and yourself. Your strength is inspiring.
Thank you for sharing your story Erin! My daughter's father was paralyzed and became a quadriplegic after being hit by a drunk driver while riding his bicycle. He lives independently and has a good life. I wish the same for you! All the very best to you in life! You're awesome! 🤗💖 🤗💖
❤ Thank you for enduring the emotional labour it took to share all that. You have a real gift for storytelling.
Thank you for sharing your story. Your straightforwardness and honesty is so appreciated.
What courage you have, to accept what cannot be changed, and to move forward in the ways that you are able. You're a great example for all to follow!❤
You are so incredibly well spoken. All the best with everything xx
Thank you Eirin for being so vulnerable with us. I admire your courage. We can see sense that have done a lot of work on yourself, you are full of compassion towards others and i think it is very selfless of you. Please continue to share ! Sending much love and prayers! You are truly an inspiration. Prayers your way!!♥️♥️
Thank you so much for your kind words - I truly appreciate it! ❤️ It’s so wonderful to hear that I could give you something of value 🙏 Sending light and love your way 💖✨