1) Pockets: What They Hold, What They Hide
Overview:
As children and students, sometimes it seems that if we don’t fit in, we stand out. So, we tend to hide our secrets, differences and challenges in our pockets to prevent from being bullied. By the age of 15, Kelsey Tainsh had survived two bouts with cancer and a life-changing stroke. She has spent the past 10 years learning how to cope with the daily challenges of accepting her new “normal.” In her pocket, she can both hold and hide her secret. Today, she proudly shares it with you and wants to know, “What secrets are you hiding in your pocket?” The key to changing student’s lives lies in teaching and helping them to share and embrace their differences, and the uniqueness of others. This highly inspirational program is the first important step.
The Audience Will:
- Learn to share their struggles and differences instead of hiding them
- Learn the importance of kindness and why it matters
- Learn to accept others uniqueness and embrace tolerance
- Learn to turn uncomfortable situations into life-changing opportunities
2) Kelsey Speaks and So Can You! – Workshop
Overview:
How shifting your perspective can dramatically boost your potential.
Public speaking is one of the top fears in America. Yet part of being a great leader is being a great communicator. In this session Kelsey will share her tricks of the trade while allowing the audience to show what they’ve got and learn from each other through a series of fun, interactive activities.
3) I’m Not Limping. That’s Swagger!
Overview:
How shifting your perspective can dramatically boost your potential.
27 year-old stroke survivor Kelsey Tainsh will remind you that your worst day is often better than most peoples best day. Armed with her quirky sense of humor, engaging stories and relevant message, Kelsey helps youth gain the perspective needed to overcome any challenge.
