The Five F’s of Healing: A Journey from Breakdown to Breakthrough | Sandra Swaby MD | TEDxClarkstown
This talk shares the speaker's inspiring journey of overcoming early menopause, personal trauma, and a stroke to find healing and wholeness. After a health crisis in her 20s and being dismissed by multiple doctors, she was finally diagnosed with menopause at 27, which sparked a decades-long journey centered on what she calls the “Five F’s”: forgiveness, family, fitness, friends, and faith. She reflected on the emotional pain of unintentionally neglecting her daughter, the loss of her beloved grandfather, and how high-intensity fitness routines worsened her health. Sandra emphasized the power of surrounding yourself with supportive people and choosing faith over fear, especially after a stroke diagnosis threatened her future. Refusing to accept limitations, she relied on her belief, transformed her lifestyle, and even entered the Miss Universe competition at age 53, placing in the top 5. Her talk encourages self-love as the ultimate form of healing and reminds us that it’s never too late to rewrite your story.Dr. Sandra Swaby is a trailblazing physician turned cosmetic surgeon, celebrated for her commitment to empowering self-confidence and holistic wellness. As the Chief Surgeon of Harmony Health Cosmetic Clinic in Jamaica and founder of Zen Oasis anti-aging spa, she champions a philosophy of beauty rooted in mindfulness and self-love. Known as "The Queen of Body Positivity," Dr. Swaby has spent over a decade transforming lives and inspiring others to embrace self-care.Her influence extends globally through workshops, conferences, and a strong social media presence, including the “SelfCare is SelfLove” conference. Notably, she made history as the first contestant over 50 to place in the top five at the 2024 Miss Universe Jamaica pageant.Dr. Swaby’s dedication to personal growth and balance as a wife, mother, and advocate for emotional and physical well-being makes her a beacon of resilience and transformation, inspiring audiences worldwide. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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