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Learning to find dignity in risk - Paul PritchardFri Night Vid

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This week's Friday Night Video is a TEDx Talk from Paul Pritchard, in which he advocates for the dignity of risk and showcases how taking risks can lead to personal growth and extraordinary achievements.

While climbing The Totem Pole, a rock dislodged, crushing Paul's skull and causing a massive brain injury. He lost the use of his right side and his ability to talk for a year, enduring months of epileptic seizures.

Eighteen years later, Paul returned to The Totem Pole. His talks emphasize the dignity of risk for people with disabilities, showcasing the importance of taking risks to develop courage and a growth mindset. Despite his injury, Paul has continued to lead challenging expeditions, including cycling to Mount Everest, an expedition to Mount Kilimanjaro, and leading a team of people with disabilities to traverse the 232km Larapinta Trail in Australia's Red Centre.


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30 Aug, 2024

An inspiration to us all

Thanks for posting this

30 Aug, 2024
Thanks Paul,having suffered a lesser brain injury and broken neck, I then lost a leg in a climbing accident.

“Dignity of risk”, has put into words what I have struggled to convey on my return to climbing, thank you.

30 Aug, 2024

Great to see and hear from Pritch, such an inspiring look at someone who has dealt with adversity in such a positive way. Never an easy ride but neither were his ascents in the Wilton Quarries North wales or the Greater Ranges. Wilton Fest tomorrow you will be with us on the crag Paul.

30 Aug, 2024

Articulate and on-point, so prescient with the Paralympics at the moment.❤️

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