Hearing the story of Alex Dixon was not only extraordinary, but also motivating because she shows how a person with special needs can succeed and exceed expectations. As Alex spoke to the audience, one of the phrases she repeated was that she was capable of doing things she used to prior to her stroke, but it took longer than before. Not only did her positive attitude and motivation make a huge difference in her rehabilitation, but her family’s support and persistence carried her further than she would on her own. Alex suggested that teachers should congratulate struggling students and emphasize their improvements rather than their failures. She stressed that it was important for her to have a purpose and having teachers give her confidence
