Paralysis Didn’t Stop Me Becoming A Ballet Dancer | TRULY

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A 17-YEAR-OLD girl with paralysed arms has sworn that she’ll never let her disability stop her from dancing. Sarah Todd Hammer, from Atlanta, was just eight years old when she developed acute flaccid myelitis, a rare neurological condition which left her unable to move her arms and hands. But despite how many small difficulties she faces day-to-day, she refuses to let her disability hold her back from making impressive accomplishments. At just 11 years old. Sarah Todd published her first auto-biographical book ‘5k, Ballet and a Spinal Cord Injury’, and has published another two books since. She also continues to dance and choreographs moves to adapt to her disability. Follow her story here: / sarahtoddhammer
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@SarahToddHammer 5 лет назад

Thank you so much for sharing my story, Barcroft!! :)

@LeslieMessick 5 лет назад

You are the perfect example of ambition and inspiration. 💖

@jasonbasurto889 5 лет назад

You are amazing! Lots of love 😊

@manga_kita 5 лет назад

Keep being a great inspiration to many of us Sarah💕

@latanyabradford8025 5 лет назад

😍😘💜 beautiful

@2saintsss 5 лет назад

This is probably a long shot, but I noticed you live in my area based on the route taken to the dance studio. I'd love to photograph you sometime if you'd ever be open to it!

@JordanJSparks 5 лет назад

For having paralyzed arms, can we give this lady a HUGE shoutout for her beautiful posture and decolatage! Beautiful from a ballet perspective.

@SarahToddHammer 5 лет назад

Jordan Sparks thank you!

@JordanJSparks 5 лет назад

@@SarahToddHammer awe yay you saw my comment! I shared your story with my subscribers, The Sparkly Family

@SarahToddHammer 5 лет назад

Jordan Sparks aww you’re so nice!! I appreciate your kind words very much! :)

@jonathannoesges1435 5 лет назад

She has paralyzed shoulders. She can her biceps and triceps

@SarahToddHammer 5 лет назад

Jo No my arms are in fact paralyzed

@amandawarner7241 5 лет назад

I remember the little girl that danced at my studio and was 3 years younger than me but her smile lit up the whole studio. I remember the day she got sick and hearing she was in the hospital. I remember her coming to dance in a wheelchair and now here she is. This girl truly loves to dance and makes everyone around her happier

@SarahToddHammer 5 лет назад

Amanda Warner aww Amanda!! I remember you!! Thank you for this sweet comment!!

@amandawarner7241 5 лет назад

Stay positive and amazing

@preciousogie9852 5 лет назад

She wrote an entire book typing with one finger? If this isn’t inspirational I don’t know what is

@EliteXtasy 5 лет назад

There was a guy who wrote an entire book with one eye.

@forevertheaii 5 лет назад

@@EliteXtasy don't ruin the mood. It's still an amazing thing she did.🙃

@vildeve818 5 лет назад

Didn't dhe actually write THREE books

@grayskindablue 5 лет назад

Three books. Yeah.

@icturner23 5 лет назад

It’s impressive that she wrote a book as a child. Typing with one finger is neither here nor there. Most people only use two, and on an iPad like I’m using now I only use one.

@purple_engineer 5 лет назад

Love the Tommy Hilfiger adaptable clothing. Wish more cheaper retailers adopted that for the disabled

@icturner23 5 лет назад

Lyra M I didn’t get the impression that it came like that. I think they’ve had it adapted.

@jenniferstarzec1044 5 лет назад

icturner23 they actually did come like that!! Tommy Hilfiger has their own adapted line :) & i agree that more retailers should follow suit!

@icturner23 5 лет назад

Jennifer Starzec Wow, I’m impressed.

@tierracaccitolo 5 лет назад

Target is starting to

@ashleyburbank3129 5 лет назад

icturner23 actually Tommy Hilfiger does sell those clothes adaptive but they are quite expensive

@lauralehtosalo3415 5 лет назад

She published 3 books at 17!! WOW

@SarahToddHammer 5 лет назад

Thank you!!

@jenniferstarzec1044 5 лет назад

Right? She published the first one at age 11 and the second at 14!!

@natashamerline 5 лет назад

Such a beautiful soul. Very blessed to have a supportive mother!

@kiarabravi3963 5 лет назад

Natasha Merline ojo

@genevievebrusie6754 5 лет назад

i remember when that tommy hilfiger line first came out and it truly brought me to tears to see a major brand embracing customers with disabilities and giving them genuine fashionable options for clothing. it makes me so happy to see that those clothes are helping her so much and are allowing her and others like her to be more independent. it's the little things people!

@DylanFowler 5 лет назад

Thanks for sharing your story and those magnetic clothes, it's gonna help a lot of people out there!

@shelbijackson5286 5 лет назад

The clothes aren't hers. It's a brand she just has some of their clothes

@Tomipeace13 5 лет назад

I have disabilities and I thought I couldn't be a doctor. My service Dog has changed my life!

@hdbdhdhdhndjd3092 5 лет назад

Tomipeace13 well done

@melissasmith6762 4 года назад

I just hope you're not one of the types that goes around scowling at people that notice your dog in public.

@rebeccagarza1532 4 года назад

That’s amazing! I’m so happy you didn’t put away your dream! Hopefully you’ll be able to help future generations get better! P.S. Melissa, “Noticing” a service dog can be *extremely* dangerous. When a service dog is distracted it may miss cues signaling something like a seizure, or misguide a blind person. Simply pointing it out (with a finger) making eye contact, or waving to it/talking to it can make it lose focus if it wasn’t professionally trained. The people upset aren’t trying to be bullies, but instead trying to stay safe. Their life is in the dog’s paws. It is also important to put yourself in their shoes. Getting stared constantly while trying to do something like shop at the grocery store will also take a toll on you. I mean all of this gently, trying to explain, not to start a comment war. Please consider this information before acting dismissively.

@novamcclain2605 3 года назад

@@rebeccagarza1532 Well said!

@HappiestSadGuy 5 лет назад

Instantly, after reading the title, my thoughts were: "Shouldn't PARALYSIS be something that would stop you from being a ballet dancer"?! But the video was sweet

@Caitzeee 5 лет назад

HappiestSadGuy I was confused at first too!

@veraaalto9499 5 лет назад

Omg me too

@jenniferbrowne4030 5 лет назад

U r special young lady God bless u continue wat u r doing, u inspire millions of us aroung the world thnx

@Buckle02 4 года назад

I thought this as well. Shouldn't have assumed the paralysis affected her legs

@amisharam 3 года назад

May God bless her mom

@918melissa 5 лет назад

I was diagnosed with transverse myelitis at 18 ... by some miracle, my body recovered by itself, but I spent over a year with very limited mobility, breathing difficulties, loss of bladder control, intense muscle cramps and zero balance or coordination. Wishing you so much love!

@itsmrclla7812 5 лет назад

I spy a 1D merch right there

@SarahToddHammer 5 лет назад

itsmrclla but of course!!! Haha 😂

@cheena... 5 лет назад

same

@karltheraccoon7502 5 лет назад

Wait what? I'm missing something

@karltheraccoon7502 5 лет назад

itsmrclla never mind I see

@itsmrclla7812 5 лет назад

@@karltheraccoon7502 yupp

@jennifer9084 5 лет назад

She is a go getter. I Feel like my mood as improved slightly after watching this video.

@texasbeauty1991 5 лет назад

I truly love the fact that she still has that beautiful smile after everything .

@artisticipse 5 лет назад

If you have a goal or dream, don't ever let anything come in between it no matter how tough it may be. Put your mind to it and you will get it done. It may be difficult and you might have to work around certain things but it sure will be worth it. But first you have to believe you can! Than the action comes subsequently.

@jawadvlog86 5 лет назад

✌🖒

@AJ-nt8cc 5 лет назад

What an awesome comment. Last year i lost 111lbs. And i gained it all back. Iv been so depressed i dont know what to do. Im trying again. Any words to help me.

@artisticipse 5 лет назад

Chunky A. Yesss try again!! It'll be hard at first but you can do ittt!

@AJ-nt8cc 5 лет назад

@@artisticipse thank you so much. If you dont mind me asking..what nationality are you?

@artisticipse 5 лет назад

Chunky A. Oh ofcourse! I'm Moroccan 🙃

@gordanramsay1997 5 лет назад

Wow, and she still smiles through all of this. She makes me look so selfish for what I have. I take everything for granted, such as a healthy body. God bless her❤

@eyeHATEuall85 5 лет назад

Quite honestly, your disability actually makes you more beautiful! When you dance, there's a grace about you that I don't even see in "normal" dancers. And I'd like to take this opportunity to quote one of my favorite bands: "You never know how strong you are, until strong is the only choice left".

@cruse1177 5 лет назад

It does

@deborahkelly1489 5 лет назад

First of all , tell your mom she is STILL young and beautiful ! Second, YOU are an inspiration. Thankyou for sharing your story. And remember to keep on dancing !

@marnikramer3026 5 лет назад

Oh this made my cry. 3 books with just one finger since the age of 11, dances like she doesn’t have a different story to show, she’s so sweet AND she is literally going places. Proud mom, proud supporter.

@gincandido8617 5 лет назад

I want to be her best friend 💕 I love her courage and determination. 😚

@shae-lynelizabeth4830 5 лет назад

If this doesn’t make you thankful for the privileges you have I don’t know what will! This girl is defying the odds 💕

@Isa-cr7fd 5 лет назад

Tommy Hilfiger is my fave brand and I’m glad they cater to everyone. His clothing may be expensive for some but the quality is perfection and it’s great to know I support a brand for doing this. if you can afford it I encourage you!!!

@julialovegym8953 4 года назад

She is so mature , humble,inspirational ,dedicated and just amazing

@SeptemberBluez 5 лет назад

what i don’t get is how anybody could dislike any of these videos🤔 what’s not to like?

@eeeeeeee70 Год назад

I personally had a stroke at age 12 which caused me to be completely paralysed in my left side this really brought down my confidence and really pulled me into a state of depression so seeing this lightens my heart that I can finally see others like me (I am able to walk now with the help of a walking stick) I give all my love out to this woman! ❤❤❤❤❤

@ellioshiem7892 4 года назад

THE SHOCK AND PAIN FOR MOM SO AWFUL. SHE MUST OF BEEN SO UPSET BECAUSE SARAH IS HER PRECIOUS BABY... TRULY A GREAT MOM. TRULY AN AMAZING BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTER......🌹🌹🌹🌹

@sophiealexander2489 4 года назад

"dance as if the whole world is watching "❤

@applesidertea 4 года назад

i love the way she articulates when she dances ballet. she is truly talented. and that smile is healing.

@RAWatson1989 5 лет назад

There's literally no excuse not to share your stories. This young lady is extraordinary in mind, body, and spirit; for her to have 3 published works is a reminder to just keep pushing for your dreams

@blackangel6003 5 лет назад

God bless her and her wonderful mother. Beautiful story. May she continue to shine. 🖤🖤🖤

@teendancer1082 5 лет назад

She got to meet One Direction?!?!?! Lucky girl!!!!!❤️ so proud of her!!!!🥰

@kaiyanachan9273 4 года назад

Oh my gosh! I live in Georgia (not telling where, though) and my father has a spinal cord injury. This girl is also really inspirational. I don't think I could deal with paralysis the same way.

@irenedontoh3539 4 года назад

The things we take for granted. Bless her.

@donaantel5940 2 года назад

I was so many of these videos. I am simply amazed at how people with disabilities have a better outlook on life. People don’t realize how lucky they are not to have a debilitating disability. God Bless you.

@TheDblRnbw 3 года назад

She has such a beautiful smile & an amazing light about u. There will never be a person that looks (or stares) at u for ur disability... It's ur light that intrigues them to compulsively stare at true beauty.🥰after all it is difficult to come by... 🤩🤗😍 👏🏻🙏🏻God bless u & ur family 🙏🏻👏🏻 May u find love & happiness! Best Wishes & much love💖thank you for sharing your story with the world. Truly inspirational! 💞🤩

@jimfowler5930 4 года назад

Love you and what you have accomplished and do currently. After a stroke 1.5 years ago, and seeing this video, I feel like a big baby. Thank you for this NEEDED attitude correction for me....you ARE a blessing. Don't concern yourself with the 149 naysayers above, they have apparently never had any "eye opening/teaching situations" in their lives, YET. You are blessed!!

@SarahToddHammer 4 года назад

Jim Fowler Thank you so very much! I wish you all the best in your recovery and am so glad I brought some positivity in your life!!

@XxMidnightRain18xX 3 года назад

I had TVM around 18m old, they said i would never walk again but im 21 and im walking/ running. I was paralyzed from my ribs down. People take small things for granted, you're kicking butt girl friend!

@luvjc77 4 года назад

What a sweet, talented young lady you are! I'm sure you'll accomplish everything in life that you set your mind to, look what you've done so far. Best of luck...keep being a great role model for people with disabilities.

@laurenferrell4445 3 года назад

When she talked about taking a shower for the first time by herself really got me! God gives us our lives of “normalcy” that we take for granted everyday and something as simple as taking a shower for me is monumental for her. God bless her, she’s amazing and so sweet!

@jenniferstarzec1044 5 лет назад

Such a perfect representation of my best friend, co-author, “little sister” ❤️ Thank you for this video, Barcroft! ST, this perfectly demonstrates your drive, determination, beauty, and maturity. I love you SO SO much and I’m so happy you got the opportunity to share your story this way!!!

@SarahToddHammer 5 лет назад

Jennifer Starzec AWWWW JEN!!! I LOVE YOU ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@jenniferstarzec1044 5 лет назад

Sarah Todd Hammer LOVE YOUUUUU ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@MRuby1234 4 года назад

Standing ovation for Sarah! She has persevered and accomplished so much early in her life. Even though she has limitations, she does not let them stop her which is amazing. I wish her nothing but success, happiness and joy as she continues forward in achieving her set goals and aspirations. :)

@melodyyy7954 4 года назад

She is literally so pretty 😍

@_dudeinyafridge_318 4 года назад

Well I think she is beautiful with or without the “🎁disability! she’s doing far more then a lot people who are completely able. This was lovely to see🙌🏼

@elizabethkennedy2561 5 лет назад

I could imagine her as an amazing choreographer in the future as a job!

@SarahToddHammer 5 лет назад

Richie Tozier thank you!

@alek14p 5 лет назад

Beautiful brave girl inside & out! God bless her, I couldn't imagine not having independence. We shouldn't take little things for granted. Her smile & attitude is amazing. People like this deserve a medal. I hope she'll keep pushing forward.

@SarahToddHammer 5 лет назад

Thank you!

@alek14p 5 лет назад

You're welcome😉 I have my own struggles & have a big heart for people going through hard things. I think we can grow & learn from others stories of determination.

@alek14p 5 лет назад

I have just discovered you're the girl is this video! I have great admiration for you & have subscribed to your channel. Your story, although heartbreaking is equally heartwarming. I send nothing but love, support, & best wishes your way. I hope to follow your journey & sucess😊

@Lizybeth93 5 лет назад

Meeting one direction and Harry Styles holding her book she wrote is a life goal! I have a disability but a bit different than hers but I’m still amazed by her!

@rhyfelwrDuw 5 лет назад

Beautiful girl with a beautiful story! No bitterness there! Inspirational!

@caitlinbartlett971 5 лет назад

i love her bed decor

@asukamayou6165 5 лет назад

Truly an inspiring story, good going girl ❤️🌟

@florencegirard3494 5 лет назад

Very beautiful girl!!! Congratulations for your book❤️

@arushi1031 5 лет назад

Someone:you can't do this .. Sarah:watch me 🤘 True inspiration girl.♥️

@harluquis1229 5 лет назад

Such an incredible story! I didn’t see not one man in here, I love it.

@sergiyradonezhsky634 5 лет назад

absolutely beautiful smile. makes even gloomy me look at the bright side.... truly inspiring... your story has moved me to tears miss.

@hollydonovan2273 3 года назад

She is so sweet! Such a strong light coming from her!

@MsKJackson831 5 лет назад

Jesus... what an incredible reminder that your life can change in a matter of one day. What a strong young woman

@SarahToddHammer 5 лет назад

Kay Jack thank you!!

@andreawaite7978 3 года назад

This story is inspiring. May god continue to bless you family especially your mom for doing such a wonderful job.

@annaarcher6424 3 года назад

She’s so inspiring SHE WROTE A BOOK AT 11 she’s smart as hell

@lakshmimuralidharan8294 5 лет назад

Amazing girl! A true inspiration! Let many miracles happen in your life. Many blessings to you! Lobe your mom's positivity. Long live! Live happy!

@zoebasina1804 5 лет назад

She has such a big and bright smile! We all need to learn from her how to love life

@amymiller9775 4 года назад

shes so sweet, i feel for her

@carolheverin8814 4 года назад

What a sweet, smart and strong young lady!

@lizzy4827 5 лет назад

Aww she's such an awesome person :( makes me very sad that we didn't find a way to fix this yet

@swethaparthasarthy2494 5 лет назад

All the best dear.May God bless you with happiness and love for long time

@lightningstar6668 4 года назад

Such an amazing positive young lady

@sj4iy 3 года назад

The sister of one of my best friends was paralyzed from the waste down by this disease when she was 14. She's in her late 20's now and has gone on to do some amazing things, including playing wheelchair basketball in the paralympics.

@fredhoy6697 4 года назад

Thank you ladies for sharing your story. The human condition never ceases to amaze me. To my way of thinking you and others are not didabled, but instead, other abled. If that makes sense to you. I'm proud of you.

@djsews 5 лет назад

What a beautiful girl. God bless you and your family.

@goldenspark4life 4 года назад

Disabled people are the strongest people. These videos really make me feel stupid for being all down in the dumps over stupid stuff like boys and my job and crap like that. She has some limitations but is sooo positive and happy and that definitely motivates me to change my outlook on life as well.

@shonahurren 5 лет назад

Sara amazing story girl I'm so glad you never let yur paralysis hold you back your ballet dream has probably been what gave you most of this freedom back, so overly happy for you & so glad you shared your story to inspire others 👌 💕

@ginamariemckee5250 3 года назад

Your personality and drive are so admirable and draw me in. Continued blessings to you!

@crimzonrayz3274 5 лет назад

I feel terrible watching this heartbroken i hope she can get better in the future right now hope she keeps fighting and has her head high why do good people have to go through such terrible events and diseases

@singngirl29 4 года назад

You are so inspirational thank you for your dedication to stay strong and believe in yourself it helps me a lot❤️❤️

@gabbyardito6921 4 года назад

this is so inspiring! you go girl!

@TinkLuvsHarleys 3 года назад

Oh MyGoodness !!!!! This young lady just made me smile soul deep , what a true inspiration AND her amazing attitude towards life in creating a happy life filled with so much joy ,her eyes speak directly to your heart and makes me smile knowing this young lady will not let anything interfere as she takes leaps and bounds chasing her dream , her journey will be extraordinary with happiness and laughter ,joy and love.

@Preettyzeee 4 года назад

Shes a burst of sunshine and happiness🤗

@christineclarevilgos-mitch1955 5 лет назад

You are so brave, strong, talented, beautiful, and inspiring. I have Lupus / SLE, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, Chronic Lyme Disease, and some other stuff too. I have wanted to go back to ballet for years and you have given me the inspiration to try as hard as i can to go back and regain this part of me that has been missing .

@SarahToddHammer 5 лет назад

Christine Clare Vilgos-Mitchell awww Thank you!!! I’m so glad to hear that! ❤️

@luuveon 4 года назад

Welp, RU-vid recommendations did it’s thing at the right moment, because right now, it is. April 19th 2020 so 10 years exactly after the moment and she is so much stronger and it is just so inspirational!!

@sunburnz 5 лет назад

What a beautiful person! ❤️

@natalielambrelli630 5 лет назад

Random but I love her voice

@annamaria1003 4 года назад

❤️❤️ You’re beautiful, you’re strong. I’m so sorry the doctor didn’t believe you or listen to your parents.

@Pendragon981 5 лет назад

Such a beautiful person, full of life with a fiery soul.. a heart of pure light.

@auntmayme8119 3 года назад

What a beautiful story with a supportive mom. Bless you both!

@imthinkingaboutagooduserna8531 4 года назад

I mean..... she amazing! Good for her I wife her nothing but luck, love and success! She's a true inspiration.

@PsychicWorldTV 5 лет назад

You are an utter inspiration and a beautiful soul and we are all blessed to be able to watch your story and be humbled by it

@hadaspaperin6470 5 лет назад

I am 12 years old, and i dance, i think that you'r amazing and i love what you are able to do and doing!!! ❤

@SarahToddHammer 5 лет назад

Hadas Paperin aww thank you!! Keep dancing!

@doc559 5 лет назад

Speechless 💕🌹🏆🏆🏆😊 Inspirational🙏 My stroke was 2/16/2016

@indersingh800 5 лет назад

God bless you

@Radio-sg3dh 5 лет назад

@@indersingh800 clearly he didn't

@blackangel6003 5 лет назад

Dr. Mark in Texas God bless and strengthen you each day as you deal with health issues. 🖤🖤

@arayofsunshine4556 5 лет назад

Dr. Mark in Texas God Bess you ♥️

@doc559 5 лет назад

@@blackangel6003 Thank you. I'm getting better. Drive , walk wife jet skis. Doing therapy. 🙏

@selinaogorman8380 3 года назад

She is incredible human being a beautiful inspiring woman for being strong and brave with her disability much love and respect to this beautiful woman this is hope in God she can recover and heal more God is love he loves her to.

@rachaelleann9847 4 года назад

Wow what a very beautiful and very inspiration to us all! And publishing and writing them w 1 finger. Wow just amazing. Your smile is so idk just contagious

@TheBeingReal 3 года назад

The smile Sarah seems to always have is infectious. She’ll do well in life. ☺️

@MR-zq5gt 4 года назад

I can’t imagine going through this as a parent .. how traumatic for the family.. but she is so beautiful and strong .. what a beautiful woman

@bongoscongasantiquecashreg4544 4 года назад

I admire her so much & just will say that wish to help for a cure for her. Thoughts & prayers are with you!

@JordanJSparks 5 лет назад

What an inspiring young Lady you are!

@mina4298 3 года назад

She’s stunning

@ashperilli9583 10 дней назад

Thank you so much for sharing your story. I can't wait to buy your books !

@gracepetzoldt7021 3 года назад

When I tell you my mouth DROPPED when she explained how she write her book!! That is incredible and she is so amazing

@aqua6485 5 лет назад

Thank you so much for telling your story! It makes me Bawl but you are a such a inspiration!💛 You are Beautiful!!

@Margalus 4 года назад

Wow, what a positive attitude!

@pque1257 2 года назад

Wow she smiles through it all 😭😭😭🖤🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼

@concertvip6221 4 года назад

What kind of person takes time out of their day to leave a thumbs down on such an inspirational video ? Apparently 184 tortured souls thats who … very sad. Anyway , know this ……… You are amazing !! 👍