TEDx Talks | Is "can't" a Medical Cop-Out? | Samantha Conner | TEDxShore Regional HS @TEDx | Uploaded 6 days ago | Updated 1 day ago
Samantha Conner, aspiring surgeon, shares a deeply personal reflection on the lesson her mom instilled in her: "'Can't' is a cop-out." Through powerful stories of overcoming injuries and setbacks, Samantha explores how this mindset shaped her journey in medicine. She opens up about the pressures of medical school, the toll it takes on mental health, and the importance of finding support. Conner challenges viewers to reconsider their own limits, reminding us that sometimes "can't" isn't a cop-outit's a call for help. Samantha Conner is a 16-year-old sophomore at Shore who has an immense passion for the medical field. When not working on academics, she can be found on the dance floor as a competitive dancer. Despite facing the setback of tearing her ACL, she remains determined to come back stronger. As the co-president of the Medical Career Club, she enjoys inspiring others to pursue their dreams in healthcare. With a high-achieving mindset, Samantha strives for excellence in all areas of life. 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
Samantha Conner, aspiring surgeon, shares a deeply personal reflection on the lesson her mom instilled in her: "'Can't' is a cop-out." Through powerful stories of overcoming injuries and setbacks, Samantha explores how this mindset shaped her journey in medicine. She opens up about the pressures of medical school, the toll it takes on mental health, and the importance of finding support. Conner challenges viewers to reconsider their own limits, reminding us that sometimes "can't" isn't a cop-outit's a call for help. Samantha Conner is a 16-year-old sophomore at Shore who has an immense passion for the medical field. When not working on academics, she can be found on the dance floor as a competitive dancer. Despite facing the setback of tearing her ACL, she remains determined to come back stronger. As the co-president of the Medical Career Club, she enjoys inspiring others to pursue their dreams in healthcare. With a high-achieving mindset, Samantha strives for excellence in all areas of life. 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
