I was told that I would be in a wheelchair for the rest of my life. — Victoria Arlen Life Copy Share Image
When I was really sick, I loved watching 'Dancing With the Stars.' — Victoria Arlen Dancing Copy Share Image
At some points, hope was the only thing I had. When I began my journey toward walking again, I clung to hope… — Victoria Arlen Hope Copy Share Image
I grew up a swimmer. I didn't think I could swim without the use of my legs. — Victoria Arlen Copy Share Image
I have these big brown eyes, so ever since I was a baby, you could tell what I was feeling and thinking… — Victoria Arlen Baby Copy Share Image
I'm an athlete, I'm a competitor, so whenever you have a loss, you feel it in your heart. — Victoria Arlen Athlete Copy Share Image
It's such a tremendous honor to redefine what is possible and inspire people. I just want to do that as long as… — Victoria Arlen Honor Copy Share Image
I was bullied in high school. I would go through the hallways and be pointed at and laughed at because I was… — Victoria Arlen Copy Share Image
Every time I dance, it's a tremendous blessing, and I just can't forget that. — Victoria Arlen Blessing Copy Share Image
There's always going to be something positive that can come out of any negative situation. — Victoria Arlen Copy Share Image
You know that feeling when your leg falls asleep and you can't really feel it or move it? Well, that's what my… — Victoria Arlen Being Copy Share Image
Growing up, I was a water baby. We lived near a lake, had a pool in our backyard, and as soon as… — Victoria Arlen Copy Share Image
Each of us can provide a positive example to others in our lives, and that's powerful. When I visit those with difficult… — Victoria Arlen Copy Share Image
I will use my voice to change the world, spreading hope, spreading love, and spreading life, 'cause the world needs that. That's… — Victoria Arlen Change Copy Share Image
When I was 11 years old, I got very sick and slipped into a vegetative state for four years and was pretty… — Victoria Arlen Asthma Copy Share Image
Heroes in real life don't wear masks and capes. Sometimes they don't stand out at all. But real heroes can save a… — Victoria Arlen Heart Copy Share Image
It's been a reality check that my muscles are still really affected by my spinal cord injury, but it's also been super… — Victoria Arlen Copy Share Image
It started off with flu-like symptoms and pain; then, I started feeling really funny. In two weeks, I was paralyzed from the… — Victoria Arlen Ability Copy Share Image
I'm honored to be a part of the #ShowEm campaign because it recognizes the importance of who we are at our core… — Victoria Arlen Copy Share Image
I think there's a lot of people going through different things where you feel like your whole world's imploded, and you feel… — Victoria Arlen Dance Copy Share Image
I love to swim, and what I have been able to do - give people hope. — Victoria Arlen Copy Share Image
I made it to the top five on 'Dancing with the Stars.' To me, that was just a tremendous accomplishment. — Victoria Arlen Accomplishment Copy Share Image
I want the other Victorias out there, the people that are suffering or going through something, to keep fighting. — Victoria Arlen Copy Share Image
We're a huge hockey family. I took to it really quickly, and I was in love with it. — Victoria Arlen Family Copy Share Image
My hope is to be the first disabled swimmer on an able-bodied team at the Y Nationals. — Victoria Arlen Copy Share Image
Since my days get crazy, I am in love with almonds - you'll always find them in my bag! — Victoria Arlen Copy Share Image
It's important to believe in yourself and the beauty of your dreams and to not let anyone tell you different. — Victoria Arlen Beauty Copy Share Image
I grew up doing tap, jazz, and ballet, so I understand rhythm and movement and performing. — Victoria Arlen Ballet Copy Share Image
When I was 10 years old, 'Dancing with the Stars' premiered, and I told my mom, 'I'm going to be on that… — Victoria Arlen Copy Share Image
There's nothing greater than just having people that pick you up when you get knocked down. — Victoria Arlen Copy Share Image
My swim coach was very tough on me, and I respond well to that training... being pushed to my limit. — Victoria Arlen Being Copy Share Image
I was determined to get back to my life. I had to relearn how to do everything. I had to learn how… — Victoria Arlen Determined Copy Share Image
I thought my sports career was over once I got into a wheelchair. That was the hardest reality I had to face. — Victoria Arlen Career Copy Share Image
