Overcoming Struggles and Obstacles on Your Journey to Success-Overcoming Struggles and Obstacles on your Journey to Success

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Summary of the first video:<br />Dr. Rachel Brackey-Holman welcomes attendees to the 2022 Annual Assembly of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19, Brackey-Holman expresses gratitude for the efforts of the Program Planning Committee and faculty in creating content for the assembly. The theme of this year's assembly is "Leading the Way," focusing on physiatrists' role in areas such as long COVID, new technologies, and patient care. Brackey-Holman highlights the significance of the physiatry community and emphasizes the value of diversity and representation. She thanks volunteer committee members and acknowledges her own experiences in the field of PM&R, including meeting her husband at a previous assembly. She thanks past presidents and her family for their support. Brackey-Holman urges attendees to engage with the Academy and contribute their talents to guide the specialty forward.<br /><br />Summary of the second video:<br />The speaker discusses the importance of helping others and shares a personal story of a friend who supported them academically. They encourage the audience to step out for others, particularly those facing personal or professional struggles, emphasizing compassion. The speaker shares examples of love stories involving sacrifice, courage, and lifting others up. They urge the audience to explore their own identities and motivations, and to share their stories, including the challenges they have overcome. Diversity and inclusion are also highlighted, with successful programs increasing representation of underrepresented groups. The speaker encourages the audience to be sponsors rather than just mentors, actively uplifting and supporting others in their careers. They conclude by reminding the audience of their worth and potential to make a difference in others' lives. No credits are mentioned in the summary.

Keywords

2022 Annual Assembly

COVID-19

physiatrists

long COVID

diversity

representation

patient care

PM&R

love stories

diversity and inclusion