The prison of your mind | Sean Stephenson | TEDxIronwoodStatePrison 2014

Dr. Sean Stephenson (1979-2019) was predicted not to survive at birth because of a rare bone disorder, Osteogenesis Imperfecta, that stunted his growth and caused his bones to be extremely fragile (fracturing over 200 times by the age of 18). Despite his challenges, Sean took a stand for a quality of life that has inspired millions of people around the world. Sean appeared on everything from The Oprah Winfrey Show to Jimmy Kimmel Live!, in addition to online videos with tens of millions of views. The Biography Channel produced an hour-long feature on his life called Three Foot Giant. His international best-selling book, Get Off Your “But,” was translated into over a dozen different languages. Sean held a degree in Political Science from DePaul University and a doctorate in Clinical Hypnosis, in addition to being a board-certified therapist. Originally from Chicago, Sean moved to Arizona in 2011 with his fiancée and fellow entrepreneur, Mindie Kniss. They married in 2012. In 2017, Sean joined Mindie as a co-owner of her company, Lucra. They worked together to inspire people around the world for the remainder of his life. Sean's legacy lives on through his innumerable videos, dance parties, and social media posts still circulating today. Over the course of his 25-year speaking career, his powerful message was heard at live events in 48 states and 16 countries. He shared the stage with U.S. Presidents, billionaire business moguls, celebrities, and His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama.