Overcoming Obstacles | Ingrid Hernandez | TEDxVeroBeach

Ingrid takes us through her early life of abuse and her self defined moments where she escaped through the U.S. military and entrepreneurship. Not being defined by her past, Ingrid is an amazing achievement story. Ingrid graduated from Chelsea High School in 1999. She joined the United States Army in 2002 and served for 13 years as a Civil Affairs soldier. Ingrid served one tour in Iraq, driving daily convoys in an austere location and earning a Bronze Star for her bravery in combat. In 2009, she became a licensed Radiation Therapist and earned an Associate Degree in Science. Ingrid left military service and pursued a new career with Mary Kay. Ingrid is also featured as a storyteller for “Hear My Story”. She is currently a Mary Kay Sales Director and loves the profession because it allows her to help women become their best selves and the flexibility to spend quality time with her husband and three children. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@ernestacevedo8893]

I have the pleasure of knowing Ingrid for over twenty years. She is one of the strongest people I have ever met. The journey and the issues she has endured in her life is not fabricated or exaggerated. Both John (the person she spoke of) and I came from the same city as Ingrid but did not live the same lives. When I first met her I had no idea what she went through or what she was going through. She seemed so strong and in control. It does not surprise me in one bit what kind of women, mother, and wife she has become. If you want to inspired by a truly genuine and caring person Ingrid is your women. I am very proud to call her a friend!

[@ingridyhernandez]

Thank you, I never wanted anyone to know. But God worked through John to show me the way ! Forever grateful !

[@millieramos5548]

You Ingrid are every strong woman, who will also teach your beautiful daughter how to be even stronger it takes a lot to get to where you are today my friend. U have a great understanding with your husband and your children All of your experiences is. What made you the strong women that you are today.just continue with your strength and Spiritual walk with the Almighty God Jehovah and his son Jesus Christ they know you better then yourself. Keep them on your list firsthand and you will continue being the best living person with your husband, children,families and friends. Your friend and Spiritual MOM'S Millie Ramos

[@millieramos5548]

Loveing

[@thisoldbaker]

What a powerful story!

[@ingridyhernandez]

Thanks sweet lady. I appreciate you !

[@ebenburger111]

Wow...Shes soooo pretty!

[@ingridyhernandez]

Thank you .

[@manjunathjayaram]

Wow the toughness of life has made her more cute and gorgeous .

[@ingridyhernandez]

Thanks

[@skyethehusky8144]

Ingrid, you are strong and humble and so kind. And your beauty and love for making others feel beautiful is spectacular! I could see you as an actress mortician.... but not an actual mortician. Lol. You are great. Congrats on this success! - (Jenn Stockdale)

[@ingridyhernandez]

Hahhaaa ! Thanks Jenn. We all have stories I was blessed to have such an opportunity.

[@ienjoywritingsometimes3986]

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[@ingridyhernandez]

Thanks for the ice breaker!