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Find the Thing that Breaks your Heart and Refuse to Look Away | Pete Proimos | TEDxRaleigh

Diagnosed with cystic fibrosis as a baby, Pete was never expected to see adulthood, let alone build a family, a business, and a movement. In this raw and inspiring talk, he shares how silence protected him, how ordinary moments saved him, and how one broken-hearted decision sparked a foundation that has now supported hundreds. Through his story, Pete reminds us: you don’t need a perfect plan to make change. You just need to start with the pain and refuse to look away. Pete Proimos was born with cystic fibrosis and is the founder of the Filotimo Foundation, an organization dedicated to empowering individuals with CF and raising awareness about the disease. A husband and father of three, he is passionate about removing stigma, fostering community support, and creating opportunities for those affected by CF. 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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