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Here's a summary of stroke survivor Ben Vereen speaking to the Stroke Buddies group:

Ben Vereen's Stroke Story: Tony Award-winning performer Ben Vereen suffered a stroke in 1992 after a car accident where he hit a tree, resulting in a broken femur, traumatic brain injury, and right-side stroke effects.
Initial Medical Prognosis: Doctors told Vereen it would take at least 3 years before he might walk again and suggested he consider a different career, as he wouldn't be able to perform as before.
Spiritual Foundation: Vereen credits his faith and spiritual beliefs, influenced by Reverend Dr. Johnnie Coleman, for helping him through recovery by focusing on the divine power within rather than external limitations.
Rehabilitation Journey: He underwent intensive rehabilitation at Kessler Institute in New Jersey, where therapists helped him regain mobility and challenged him to overcome the word "can't" from his vocabulary.
Remarkable Recovery: Despite the 3-year prognosis, Vereen returned to Broadway in "Jelly's Last Jam" just 10 months after his stroke, proving doctors wrong about his recovery timeline.
Ongoing Challenges: Vereen acknowledges he still deals with stroke effects daily, affecting his mobility and requiring him to adapt his performances and accept help from others.
Career Adaptation: He now works with directors and writers upfront about his limitations, finding roles that accommodate his abilities while still allowing him to perform and inspire others.
Inspirational Philosophy: His core message centers on "never stop moving" (advice from dance teacher Luigi) and viewing survivors as "powerful warriors" rather than victims.
Mental Resilience: Vereen emphasizes the power of positive self-talk, using "cancel, cancel" to reject negative thoughts and replacing "I can't" with "I can and I will."
Community and Purpose: He encourages stroke survivors to support each other and sees his current role as inspiring others, showing that life continues meaningfully after stroke, just differently than before.

If you don't know about Ben.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Vereen

Ben Vereen is an acclaimed American actor, dancer, and singer, renowned for his dynamic presence on both stage and screen. Born on October 10, 1946, Vereen showed early talent in drama and dance, eventually studying at the High School of Performing Arts under legendary choreographers like Martha Graham and George Balanchine. He rose to prominence with standout performances in Broadway musicals such as Jesus Christ Superstar and Pippin, winning the 1973 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for the latter. Vereen is also widely recognized for his role in the groundbreaking television miniseries Roots. Beyond his artistic achievements, he is a respected humanitarian, motivational speaker, and advocate for arts education, having received numerous awards including three NAACP Image Awards and an Eleanor Roosevelt Humanitarian Award. Vereen continues to inspire audiences with his versatility, creativity, and dedication to the arts.

Here are the videos of Ben that Jeri Webb mentioned:
Ben Vereen first rehearsal with Westview GOLD
   • Ben Vereen first rehearsal with Westview GOLD  
Ben Vereen with Westview Youth Orchestra
   • Ben Vereen with Westview Youth Orchestra  
Steppin' Out Live - Part 1
   • Steppin' Out Live - Part 1  
Steppin' Out Live - Part 2
   • Steppin' Out Live - Part 2  
Ben Vereen speaks to the San Diego Street Choir
   • Ben Vereen speaks to SD Street Choir