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Former NFL quarterback Alex Smith almost died after a particularly rough tackle snapped his leg in 2018 — yet he was back on the field just two years later. In this inspiring talk, he shares his hard-won insights on overcoming fear, self-doubt and anxiety that could help anyone endure life’s challenges. (This talk contains graphic…
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Belony Omeus
November 5, 2021 at 4:20 pm
Good to see Alex thriving. Listen to Alex. He overcame a lot of adversity on the field.
Just think the mental strength it takes for him to still stand on his own two feet…just amazing story.
Sheila Askew
November 5, 2021 at 4:26 pm
Excellent!
Milo
November 5, 2021 at 4:29 pm
Football isn’t meaningless Alex ♥️
A -Boundless
November 5, 2021 at 4:37 pm
Not diminishing the struggle and trying to look past hearing someone with privilege, resources and supports overcoming obstacles.
gloomordoom
November 5, 2021 at 4:39 pm
It’s been awhile since I seen Mr. 4Yarder.
xxx xxx
November 5, 2021 at 5:01 pm
Sooo…. a big tall alpha dude, with good looks, who never had issues with females, found a way back to being a big muscular tall dude after a period of jutters. Aha, inspiring. >< Jesus, what has TED degenerated into....
daa texans
November 5, 2021 at 5:07 pm
This was amazing
Just.G. Dispatcher
November 5, 2021 at 5:24 pm
Been a fan of Alex Smith’s since 49ners days… just saw him at the MNF game at Arrowhead, highlight of the game! So glad he is doing well. Loved the message in this talk! Also kudos to his saintly, patience wife!!
Harold H
November 5, 2021 at 5:49 pm
the fans in KC will always love you bud… and we thank you for all you did here… and more importantly, for all you have done for youself since leaving us.
Mika
November 5, 2021 at 6:25 pm
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November 5, 2021 at 9:11 pm
🍩🎀 ＋𝟏𝟖𝟕𝟐𝟗𝟗𝟗𝟓𝟒𝟖𝟔🎀 🍩
Elizabeth Levih
November 5, 2021 at 9:22 pm
Much appreciated I will text him as soon as I can.
Jessica Twist
November 5, 2021 at 9:25 pm
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November 5, 2021 at 9:39 pm
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Ayman Shata
November 5, 2021 at 6:35 pm
Nothing is impossible. Everything is possible with determination and self confidence
Mouna Faci
November 5, 2021 at 7:05 pm
“setbacks” is the euphemism of the century
Mr. C
November 5, 2021 at 7:28 pm
Are the two defenders watching this? I’m sure that they would say that this is just part of the game with all its risks. Why should they feel any remorse or regret or sadness? Maybe this guys story will inspire them to tackle lower??
Kevin Cleppe
November 5, 2021 at 7:30 pm
Incredible!
Mr. C
November 5, 2021 at 7:36 pm
This is exactly what he said it wasn’t going to be.
kiki balustrada
November 5, 2021 at 7:55 pm
watching this with inhuman pain in my foot, i fight so hard to keep my leg as doctors wanted to amputee my leg 5 times now. and all this, because they left me 5 days with no blood in my leg. 22 surgery, 3 years, still i hardly walk 5 meters. i am frustrated. but i will walk again.
K D
November 6, 2021 at 2:01 am
Why didn’t you want to amputate?
chase rennie
November 5, 2021 at 9:59 pm
does anyone else like playing vigor? i need a smart person to play with me because all the randoms i get paired with dont pass the pp poopoo check so im looking for fellow intellectuals here 😉
Rene Garcia
November 5, 2021 at 10:10 pm
Powerful !!! Reminder that we are all alike more than you know. We all have fears and phobias .
Louis Young
November 5, 2021 at 10:55 pm
Genuinely compelling story, thank you for sharing it! 👏👏 🙂
Delfina Bustos
November 6, 2021 at 12:01 am
Amazing lesson !
e A
November 6, 2021 at 12:04 am
Thank you Alex. I’m don’t watch sports but your TED talk is inspiring… I will continue to go back to this as I fight my anxiety, self doubt and fear. God bless.
MarsDelver
November 6, 2021 at 12:30 am
What a great speech
Rexford Pauley
November 6, 2021 at 12:53 am
I love Alex! This had me in tears! Amazing! Just amazing!
Ligia Sommers
November 6, 2021 at 12:58 am
Wonderful talk! So inspiring 🙏🏻💖🌹
Patricia Colbert
November 6, 2021 at 12:58 am
Truly inspiring. Thank you for sharing your struggles, so honestly, openly and humble. I can relate this wholeheartedly. God bless you and your family. Praying for you and your family 🙏 🤲
Y_SoScary?
November 6, 2021 at 1:31 am
Ouch
crazyjdavola
November 6, 2021 at 2:28 am
Alex had it rough. He admit he got lucky his last 2 season in college and got drafted 1 overall and claimed he was a fraud. With all the hate he got from everyone, he still ended up playing at his peak at a elite level with a good coach after years of having bad coaches. He made the playoffs every year in kc and took Washington to the playoffs after surviving his injury. Wow his journey is amazing.
sempercharge
November 6, 2021 at 3:14 am
Best TED Talk I’ve ever seen. Thank you Alex Smith!
Nandolorian
November 6, 2021 at 3:50 am
godspeed.
Jay Bee
November 6, 2021 at 4:08 am
Well done Alex Smith, what a journey and outcome. And yep, we can’t do it alone and it’s ok to ask for help. Life is a journey as a group of people.
Kevin Wells
November 6, 2021 at 4:27 am
You don’t have to win a Super Bowl to be forever known… in my heart Alex will be always one of my favorite quarterbacks. He fought through this adversity, but he also had to endure fickle fans, fickle ownership, changes in where he played and who for, and I don’t know how much he had to go through. But he always had such a great demeanor, cheerful attitude, and supported his teammates even when he was overlooked at times. Anyway, Alex is purely a good human being. I don’t have to wish him to have a good life, he already is having one. And yes, it was cool.
G Pridgen Jr
November 6, 2021 at 4:43 am
Thank you for sharing your powerful story, Alex. No doubt, it will help countless people. Your substantial accomplishments on the field will be eclipsed by those of the rest of your life. All the best!
Maruthi Prasad
November 6, 2021 at 7:18 am
Die everyone dies
weirdone002
November 6, 2021 at 2:42 pm
Football Quarterback learns his job is a “Stupid meaningless game” and then goes back to it like an Addict.
Davethe3rd
November 8, 2021 at 8:31 pm
He goes back to it because that’s what HE wanted. That was HIS dream. He wanted it so much that he was willing to DIE for it.
Do you have anything in your life that you’re that passionate about?
Sean Lumly
November 6, 2021 at 5:45 pm
Consider this challenge, only without resolution, nor hope of resolution, multiplied by more than 100 million people in the speakers country.
Terrible Customer
November 6, 2021 at 6:17 pm
My takeaway: Everyone needs a supportive spouse, a crazy linebacker and an enthusiastic coach in their lives. Don’t do it alone.
M
November 6, 2021 at 8:51 pm
Well done Alex. but it would be better that you didn’t share those harch photos of your leg.
theamazingguzzardo
November 6, 2021 at 9:25 pm
Alex Smith was absolutely part of the turnaround of the Chiefs. Glad to see he’s happy and healthy and enjoying life.
Aaron Smith
November 7, 2021 at 1:56 am
Good Lord I had no
Idea that’s what his leg looked like!! Or what it looked like at its worst! I heard it was nearly impossible he’d play again but how does he play again after that?? I was so sad that he didn’t get to play the playoff game. I wanted him to lead the team to an improbable Super Bowl or nfc title shot.
Janine Forrest
November 7, 2021 at 2:03 am
What an amazing man! I’m so glad he is healed both mentally and physically.
Jemar Cure
November 7, 2021 at 3:27 am
Thanks for the great speech, your life tribulations have made you stronger! I will forever remember. “Fall once get up twice”!
שושי קסייה
November 7, 2021 at 6:42 am
woow you are amazing. after we admit and take ownership of our weaknesses we are free and ready for any battle thanks you 🙂
Andy Cordy
November 7, 2021 at 7:07 am
Inspirational. I will admit that the sight of quarterback calf was not what I expected. His valedictory moment comes right at the end of the talk. Yes, we all have scarring to process. Thank you.
Black Flame
November 7, 2021 at 8:32 am
He’s a great speaker!
Carlos Castro
November 7, 2021 at 12:00 pm
Legend.
Pooja Jangid
November 7, 2021 at 1:02 pm
Needed to hear this today. Thanks to Mr. Alex for sharing his story!
Reema Gul Sha Ali khan
November 7, 2021 at 1:33 pm
Keep it on
Timm Spencer
November 7, 2021 at 3:58 pm
The fact that this dude played another down, the utmost respect. Well worthy of that number 1 overall pick, not just as an athlete, but as a human being
Yashoda Bhattarai
November 7, 2021 at 11:52 pm
This is great inspiring for all of us 👏👍💐
Amazin Garcia
November 8, 2021 at 3:35 am
I’m under going a major spinal operation this Tuesday and my mental health has dwindled down with fear and anxiety. This video has given me courage and I’m currently out of the hospital bed trying to walk and work on my strength. Thank you for sharing your struggles and Perseverance.
Inner Beyonds
November 8, 2021 at 4:00 pm
You are so brave to take those steps towards heightened Strength , adjustment and drive ! Sending you so much respect and encouragement for keeping up the good fight that is going to take your sense of Empowerment and Personal Growth to a whole new level ! Wishing you a speedy recovery 🙏 ❤
Lance G
November 9, 2021 at 3:47 am
I wish you only the best!
Amazin Garcia
November 10, 2021 at 1:21 am
@Inner Beyonds Just out of surgery and I’m humbled by the words of strangers. God is undefeated. Thank you.
Amazin Garcia
November 10, 2021 at 1:23 am
@Lance G Thank you for the kind words.🌞light in the Darkness.
Inner Beyonds
November 10, 2021 at 3:07 am
@Amazin Garcia Thank you for the BEST news of the day !!! I am so grateful for your success ! Life truly is a Gift 🎁 In times of uncertainty, we find transformative strength and power within. We never know what hand of cards Life deals out next… what’s more important, is how we discover ourself in a whole new incredible way. An unbeatable mind will take you places you never thought you could. You are an inspiration! Also, please make sure to eat well and stay hydrated for a speedy recovery. Maybe also look into green power smoothies too to help with healing and reduce any pain or inflammation. More power to You ! 💚
Jackie Grant
November 8, 2021 at 8:45 am
🦵🏾👏🏾🙏🏾
Induwara adeesha
November 8, 2021 at 9:00 am
My brother also lost one leg. Can he get a modern prosthetic leg?
Naxos2606
November 8, 2021 at 10:37 am
I must not fear.
Fear is the mind-killer.
Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration.
I will face my fear.
I will permit it to pass over me and through me.
And when it has gone past, I will turn the inner eye to see its path.
Where the fear has gone there will be nothing.
Only I will remain.
Pia Müller
November 8, 2021 at 4:22 pm
so strong….
InconvenientlyPlacedTroll
November 9, 2021 at 3:25 am
True grit.
Derrick Benson
November 9, 2021 at 1:01 pm
👏 ✌ 👏 ✌
Diego F.
November 9, 2021 at 2:04 pm
wow what a speech
Jordan Schultz
November 9, 2021 at 7:41 pm
SF fan, never stopped rooting for you Alex, truly an inspiration to all of us.
Danilo Oliveira
November 10, 2021 at 1:44 am
TED, please, can you add subtitles in portuguese? Brazil is the third country in the world in people who are interested in NFL. A lot of people here know how this Guy is awesome and want to send his story to their friends. Thank you.
Carleen Mejza
November 10, 2021 at 3:21 am
Well communicated!
Cole MacLellan
November 11, 2021 at 12:55 am
Great football player even better person
Isaac Whiting
November 11, 2021 at 4:03 pm
I went to high school with you. You are my high school principal’s son.
Shelama
November 12, 2021 at 6:35 am
Alex Smith I followed from the University of Utah, and for the last few years of his career was the one and only and last and final thing in the NFL that still held any interest for me (except maybe hearing that Tom Brady had lost). Alex made me think of Sweetness Walter Payton, and just a very class act.
Mark Samaha
November 12, 2021 at 8:11 am
Best TED Talk ever!
uselessbraincells 🅥
November 13, 2021 at 8:12 am
A FUCKN BADASSSSSSSSSSS
Tolstoy13
November 13, 2021 at 6:38 pm
What a story…what a man!!
Jackie Yang
November 13, 2021 at 9:40 pm
❤