A Huge (Unexpected!) Win!!! 🎉
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 ก.ย. 2024
- Sometimes its the little things that are BIG wins!
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Fourteen years of pain and failed ankle surgeries brought me to 2018, when I made the difficult decision to become a twenty-seven-year-old below-the-knee elective amputee. This channel is to document my journey of amputation surgery, recovery, and reclaiming my life.
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Any win emotionally is a great thing, no matter how little or big.
billy shipman exactly
billy shipman I totally agree with you...... ☮️⚛️🌏
it's sooo NOT a small thing!! changing ones mindset is freaking hard!! you go girl!!
Jo, let me share with you a small victory I had today as well. I'm a bk amputee as well since May, 2019 and have had my prosthetic since late October. In the last few weeks my residual leg has finally accepted my prosthetic leg and so I've been able to do more and more with my crossfit training, walking, and just living in general. I am still walking with a cane but am slowly walking on my own little by little. Today I accompanied my 8 y.o. son to the dentist and had to wait outside while he had a cavity filled. When he was done, I was invited inside to pick him up and pay for the appointment. They then told me how much they enjoyed my son and how he was such a trooper and even gave me a Target gift card for him plus a loose tooth that they extracted free of charge. In all the excitement, we walked out of there and then joined my wife who was in the car and subsequently did some house hunting in a nearby neighborhood. We then got home and I did a few chores when all of a sudden I realized that I had forgotten my cane at the dentist office and had been walking without it for at least two hours without even noticing it. I laughed with my wife as we celebrated this small victory. I still want my cane back as it is a nice wooden one but maybe I'll now have the confidence to leave it behind for a whole day...we'll see. Yup, we need to celebrate these small victories in this unique journey!
Avelino that’s a huge win! I bet the moment you realised you had the biggest grin on your face 🤗
bluedeva 😊
I know she says “below knee” but I keep hearing “Baloney” 🌭 😂
Right!? So many people think that's what I'm saying haha! I gotta slow down and annunciate. ...or not! 😉
I will never hear bellow knee the same way again.
The subtitles call it Bologna amputee.
God bless you.xx
😂
It seems as though the “small” victories are the ones with the most impact. So proud of you, Jo, for finding something that may help you to feel more empowered! I’m currently stuck in a rut mentally so thank you for reminding me that there is a way to fight my inner demons. Hope anyone reading this has a wonderful day💕
You keep mentioning "meat" leg. Is this "meat" a filet mignon, t-bone, sirloin, strip cut, or maybe a pot roast?
Patrick Chambers it her foot 🦶 it not
Edible to eat
It's baloney x)
A taco perhaps.
Vanessa MacMillan a foot is not a taco it a t-bone
Peyton Tabor www.vice.com/en_us/article/gykmn7/legal-ethical-cannibalism-human-meat-tacos-reddit-wtf
Rather than getting frustrated learn to solve the issues. Even after 47 years I have issues that pop up and I need to fix.
I have even used duct tape to as a makeshift strap to hold my leg on. Which helped me win a "most creative use of duct tape" contest.
I always carry an Allen wrench so I can tighten or adjust my leg on the fly. Duct tape can also make for a good temporary patch for your suction sleeve. It will work long enough to get to your prothetist.
I've been trying to celebrate any win, no matter how small, and it does do wonders for my mind. Take the win. Do a victory lap! A win is a beautiful thing.
There is a real lesson in this sort of thinking. When you suffer a setback it can be very helpful to take step back, evaluate the situation, accept what you can't to and realise what you can do.
It's easy to say. I know from my own experience that when I am full of energy I tend to see the possibilities much easier than when I am tired, physically or emotionally.
We often have more options available to us than we realise because we are all bound by our habits and routines.
It requires more of us to think outside the proverbial box. There is a whole field about it in social science called Institutionalism
Thank you for calling me talented! It really helps and I appreciate it
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I love to hear all the small little wins love you jo you are such a strong person I really admire your strength
Advice to visitors: set the speed to 0.75 - it´s qicksilver Jo today. Why, this sounds like a pirat´s name :D
Also at 5:02 she calms down, because she's said the thing.
Thank you I didn't know that it was possible to change the speed
This is actually an amazing win!
I am learning so much from the things you share. Thank you for being such positive influence!
That’s so lovely of Zach. You could have used a ferrier coupler makes it super easy to switch without having to tweak the alignment or wear down the screw heads but thanks to zach you don’t need to... Zach is a true leg-end (amp joke) PS, the pit of doom mood that sets in when our prosthetics are not right is completely normal. Listening to your body is so important especially if there’s a niggle with the leg it’s best not to push through (could lead to not being able to wear your leg for a week) and to try find alternatives. This is as you said all part of acceptance and we all go thru it. This is a huge part of the rollercoaster of the first 2 years of becoming an amputee. You’re getting there Jo and that sparkle is growing 🤗🥰😍
I love that you are just holding your leg at the beginning of the video
😂 💜
As the saying goes "enjoy the small things".
Amen to that! 😊
This is a really big victory 🥳 you go girl! ❤️
Aw thank you Sina!!
Jo, there is no such thing as a small victory. I once knew someone who 30 years out of becoming an a/k amputee (my supervisor’s boss) who had a major rant at work about the government not giving him enough for losing his leg. He lost it during WWII at the age of 18. He received 100% pension for himself, his wife and any of his children that went to school up to the age of 25 without getting married or into a common-law relationship, all his prosthetics were paid for 100%, a mortgage payment of $25.00 per month (curtesy of something called the Veterans’ Land Act) said mortgage you never wanted to pay off. He was also gainfully employed at a well paying job and coached kids hockey. The pension was tax free a definite mega plus. One of the employees that were at my level essentially told him where to find sympathy in the dictionary and gave him the finger figuratively as he would not have gone any further had he still had both legs. In the late 70’s - 80’s the inflation rate was quite high and mortgage interest rates were as high as 25% or more. Btw, we all worked for the government department responsible for the pension.
This is fantastic! So glad you had this breakthrough! Being able to come out of those negative thought moments more quickly is a huge step!
"Instead of my meat foot." You're hilarious Jo 😂🤣😂
Jo that is a HUGE growth moment!! I'm so pleased for you, it can seem simple but so very powerful
That’s the little things that count in the end. So happy that you’ve progressed in that respect, well done you SuperJo. 💛 Love from London, UK.
Awesome mental win !! Now it’ll come back to you if you need to use it in the future. If your leg parts gets a tear like that, is it totally not useable or or just not biking, but you can walk etc
I don’t want to sound superficial but you’re looking amazing in this video! Congrats on your emotional win today, they all count 😊
It wasn't a small thing. It was HUGE. Congrats, Jo.
As someone who works in the prosthetics industry, your videos have been invaluable. I love getting to hear about all your highs and lows.
That’s amazing! Well done for persevering, it’s so hard to keep going when the dark clouds come in.
Your hair looks awesome by the way!
Your hair is stunning in this video btw :)
Aww that's so sweet Sarah, thank you!
I think you are a profile in courage. I don't know that I would have dealt with this anywhere near as well as you have. I was watching a rider I follow in Instagram and TikTok, and she was talking about another rider who had recently lost her leg. The injured rider replied to an encouraging comment, paraphrasing, thanks for your good wishes, I've received several mean comments about how I lost my leg. I was just shocked and pretty pissed.
This is really awesome. Those "little" wins, where we are able to bounce back faster OMG...Amazing. And SO important. I'm really happy for you.
doesn't sound like a small thing to mee, it sounds INCREDIBLE and like you worked so hard to get to a point where you can change the rest of the course of your day for the better. That's so so awesome Jo. Also the curls look amazing.
This is huge! I am so proud of you Jo. Acceptance is one of the hardest things to overcome. This win doesn’t mean you might not ever feel that anger and resentment again, but if and when you do, you can always go back to this and remind yourself that you *have* won. You are bigger than your leg. I’m so happy you shared this. People who do not suffer from struggles with depression/PTSD cannot ever know the sense of accomplishment that comes with these gains. The more you share, the more the world gets it.
I am not an amputee, but I go through this all the time. I like how you talked yourself out of it. I need to learn this
So glad I am that you HAVE a second leg!
I think that is huge! You hit an obstacle and adjusted. Simple not easy.
Yea! You go girl!
Most of life is made up of those little moments, and getting to a place mentally where a negative moment isn't crushing anymore is a big deal that is worth celebrating!
I still chuckle at “baloney amputee” teehee. When you say “below knee” quickly it sounds like baloney
Sounds like you kicked that “pity party” to the curb!! Woo hoo! You are amazing Jo, keep it up!❤️
Good for you, Jo! I hope for you that this happens more.
I love that. Someone out there could apply that mindset to the frustration of not being able to do something during COVID and it would really be helpful!
Yay Jo! I like to enjoy the “little victories” instead of feeling sad for not being able to do anything (for one reason or another)! Side note... your hair is super cute today 👍🏻.
I love you and your videos, you do such an amazing job😄
As usual, you hit the nail on the head, or the leg?
It’s not the amputation. It’s all the interruptions because of your leg. It can make you feel powerless or you have to rise above it. Not always easy.
Thanks. Great insight.
Nothing about any victory is small. Take yes for an answer and enjoy the win. You are going to be okay.
Great job! Where there's a will, there's a way... and no one has will like you!
Aw that made me smile...thank you so much! 😊
It's always the little things that make us feel so good, and so big ♥️♥️♥️
You are such a precious soul ❤️❤️ I hope that you get better everyday ❤️
Hi!!! Jo ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
BRAVO !!! You are doing a SUPER job!!🙏👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🥰
Great win. It may be a small win, just remember the small things happen more that the large ones and help make us what we are and any win is a good win.
Highly recommend everyone check out Trauma Talk, it's an awesome channel, more great Jo videos! 😊💕
Its not a small thing its a big thing. That is a great step forward. I really hope it carries on that way.x
Loved this, Jo! Thanks for sharing the ups. I'm not an amputee, but I can use this mentality in my life.
Jo, Maybe I missed it or don't remember if you addressed it. Have you ever tried a pin lock? My wife loves hers. It sure makes on and off easy. sleeve on, socket on, maybe 10 seconds of standing as the excess fluid leaves her leg to get the first click, then off she goes. No bulky suction sleeve over it all. Being willing to spend those 10-15 seconds standing as the fluid leaves means no shrinker and maybe only 1 sock layer during the day.
Since I have been a left BK amputee for the past 14 years I know your frustrations but take it from me you have to keep a positive outlook. It will always get better. As for your leg not feeling right I know the feeling and often it is usually where I have put the leg on just a little bit twisted some times a little as 1/16th of a turn will fix the problem. So stay positive.
This is a lot bigger of an accomplishment then you make it out to be. Congrats!
Mood boosted by your videos always Jo! I'm inspired to go outside and get some exercise to feel better mentally. Thank you.
Little wins are big wins. One day at a time. It's not a silly story at all!
Big hugs to you for your win from me to you. Sanne from Danmark
It is actually a huge thing to be able to stop that anger and just be able to say ok let's do something else. That's a huge achievement mentally and emotionally and you should be proud of yourself for being about to hit that milestone in that day. Yes you will still have days you can't get to that point but the more you are able to celebrate the days you don't allow yourself to go dark the less often you will go to that angry place.
Thus is not a small thing. This is a huge win.
Love this!!!!! So happy for you!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Tis simple. I see Jo, I click!
That’s a manifestation of hard work, Jo. You deserve to take pride in it. It sets off the reward centers on the brain and makes us do those good things more and you should feel good. 💜💜
Jo you look amazing, well rested and hair/makeup done...so glad you’re doing better mentally and physically.
I'm very happy for you about this win, but I also really feel the need to tell you how amazing your hair has been looking lately. Seriously, it's beautiful. I just thought you should know :)
Such a brave lady! You're an inspiration for many.
So happy for you! ❤️❤️ That’s awesome!!
I’m going to send you fan mail jo I love your channel so much
Congrats on the win! I'm going to be a LBKA patient in 3 months, so these videos are a huge inspiration and the advice is wonderful. Keep on trucking!
Just wanted to let you know, you look really beautiful in this video just like all your others :)
I feel this with my mental health. I have been doing a lot the past year towards healing from trauma. Over a year or two ago my therapist asked me where I saw myself in five years and I had no answer. She then changed the question to where I would LIKE to be. I mentioned the apartment I wanted, and how I would like a dog for a therapy animal. Along with having a job I like, and a nice partner. I have been feeling down for months but I just realized that I achieved 2 of my goals already! While they aren’t the specific goals I mentioned I moved into an apartment I love and I now have a lovely therapy cat named Lettie. The goals changed a bit but my real meaning behind them was met. Glad to hear your ups!
Jo this is huge!!! :O So happy for you to have made that step! (lol)
At first sight it might seem like a small thing, but I think it is a big victory.
Small things for some people are huge for others. And I am actually so happy for you! Lots of love ♥️
I don’t understand why “meat foot” is so common 🤨
I don't know that it's common but, being an amputee it definitely makes sense to say it to me 😊
I think it's said in a slightly joking way. Humour helps people deal with weird things in their life.
Congratulations! Not silly at all. What you've achieved is still a goal for many. Your lovely enthusiasm and joy are exactly what so many need to see. It sends a positive message: you can do this too. Truly. ♥️
I thought you said “bologna amputee” and then you said “meat foot” and it was perfect. 🤣❤️
Hi!💜
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This is my first time watching your Chanel, I hope you’re okay
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Always mechanicly adjusting and fiddling around da leg is a recipe for premature wear and failure of parts.
Not silly! Fantastic!
I had the cramp problem also my leg guy just adjusted the inside so when my muscle flexs there is a little more room on my exercise leg. Helped me a ton.
I love this story! It gives me hope about my own dark, hopeless thoughts can be overcome
I am so happy to see you so happy😁
My brain really hears “bologna” amputee every time you say “below knee”and that’s a weird visual
I can soooooo relate!! Being what I refer to as "less than" definitely has its potholes in life. It is super easy to get upset when our disability bits fail us because it can totally trash a day, or a week, or worse! I have to remind myself that this is nothing more than life happening. but, GRRRRRRR!!!
Your hair is looking gorgeous, Jo!! 😍😍😍
You truly are a strong woman. You’re the symbol of brave. Be proud of who you are ❤️
So happy for you Jo! ❤️
You are really beautiful and gorgeous girl. U r really smart and strong woman.
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I absolutely understand being bothered by the small things in life. I have a couple of chronic illnesses that all present really miner in me. Most of them are manage by lifestyle changes which sucks. Because it feels like I have to think of a million things in my day to day life. I manage to do most things and am grateful that most things are managed by lifestyle changes but it gets exhausting to think about all the small things every day.
I know exactly what you mean by the small things getting you upset. Happens to me all the time.😫
You look great....you will get used to this. I know it sucks😭 hello from miami fl... Don't let this put you down...
Was it similar when your injured ankle would stop you from doing things? Because that's another way to think about it- how much less does your day get disrupted by limitations versus before? 💖
Totally huge. Congratulations 🥳
Jo, this has nothing to do with the video, but I have to say it anyway; you look extra beautiful in this video, love your hair like this ❤️ it really suits you!
I had foot surgery 6 weeks ago after being in pain for 3 years. Being non weight bearing has been frustrating, and today was the day I was finally allowed to put weight on my foot and start walking again. It's been a rough day because it's SO much more painful and difficult than I expected. I can't bear weight without assistance. So your video was an encouragement at the right time! It's been a rough year full of disappointments and frustrations, but I know this is temporary. I can't wait to be able to walk without pain for the first time in 3 years.
OoOh I’m early.. anyway love your vids!!