Success doesn’t come from luck, it comes from hard work, dedication and optimism. Life regularly throws substantial barriers into our paths that can halt our success. We can take back control of our life through goal setting, working on your mind set and looking after your body. Vanessa is a rally driver, motorcycle racer and adventurer. After a seven year recovery from a life-changing accident Vanessa discovered motorcycles and has since competed in some of the toughest endurance races in the world. She battled brutal desert terrains in up to 125°F temperatures and became the first female to ever finish the Tunisia Desert Challenge. Not letting her chronic pain become an excuse, her resilience has seen her become an inspiration to all. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx