I Went Blind At 15 - And No-One Knows Why | BORN DIFFERENT

AT the age of 15, Jay Walker went blind in a matter of hours. Now 18 years old, Jay’s condition is still a mystery to doctors who have not been able to give her a formal diagnosis. In 2017, Jay lost her sense of taste and smell after experiencing bizarre swelling symptoms in her face, then, in December 2018, Jay suffered swelling again. However, this time, the pressures in Jay’s eyes were immense. In just four hours, Jay went blind and was later told by doctors it was permanent. Jay’s life changed drastically and she is determined to keep moving forward. Now a college student, Jay’s future ambitions include writing a book about her experiences. Jay said: “I know how I want to feel and I know that I want to be happy and I know that I want to feel successful. And I want to feel like I've fulfilled something. And that I've made a difference in whether it be a million people or one.”

More of Jay's adventures here:

Director: Nathan Johnson
Videographer: Esai Saenz
Producers: Emika Berry & Kim Nguyen
Editor: Paul Zeller

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[stephanie.]

This girl should be a comedian, she’s so charming witty and hilarious

[TheSweetForever]

I would 100 percent be her friend. She’s so positive, funny, charismatic.

[kmo]

Archery, cutting up vegetables, cooking, working on a computer while being blind??? Let's all tell this young woman just how amazing she is. I totally admire how determined she is. I hope she has a blessed life.

[Frgalicious]

She handled everything like a boss. I’m sure she has her moments but to be able to have a great attitude and keep on smiling while readapting to a new way of living takes a lot of courage and strength. What an inspirational young lady.

[salexwsadw]

When she spoke about waking up from a nightmare and taking few minutes for the nightmare to go away by shaking around, that part shocked me, i didn't realise that for a long time about blind people awakening from a nightmare, my prayers are with this REMARKABLE, AMAZING young woman, God bless you my dear❤🙏🏽

[silvernails]

These stories make me appreciate my health even more and encourage me to not worry about silly things. I only wish her the best in life. 💚

[jessicaseidl]

She is so funny and cool, I am sorry for her but also glad to see her so positive about life

[sbrown]

I'm very happy that she has been able to overcome it and still get on with her life in general.

[angelicdazzle]

I am so sorry this happened to this lovely young lady but I love her spirit and I love that she has great family support!

[inu]

It's amazing how you can be so positive. You accepted what happened and did the best out of it. Keep that attitude, it's truly remarkable.

[leannasamuels]

"I think this is the way I am supposed to be, it's really shaped who I am" . People who have gone through something similar to this can really understand this statement.

[prarthanamahale]

Her mother is so brave..imagine having to be there when your loved one is going through such a big loss!💔💔

[fridachips]

Someone give her a show, she’s amazing and super inspiring.

[vanesavaldez]

I can't believe how strong spirit has this girl, i wish i was like her

[peace.]

This girl Is the epitome of making lemons out of lemonade. I want one tenth of her confidence, will to succeed and strength. She friggin rocks.

[Asdfgqedfglo]

She has an amazing personality and a great sense of humor!! Love it!! She would be a fun person to know.

[HJBX]

She really just changed my whole mindset on what I’m currently going through. Thank you ❤️

[wickedside]

I hope someone watching this knows what this is and gets her a diagnosis and proper treatment. She’s great

[ThiisLoveThiisHate]

What a remarkably strong young lady! I’m proud of you, what an amazing attitude with Gods plans for you.

[KirstiStephenson]

I don't even know what to say I'm overwhelmed with emotion I hope somebody reads this young woman these comments from the story because she's my hero. I suffered some catastrophic injuries from a car accident and they're nothing compared to losing your sight and she's inspiring me to do better and work with what I have been given and with what I'm able to do because she's doing so much more with so much less. People don't appreciate how much we depend on our Vision for everything and the fact that she's thriving and has so many goals has greatly inspired me and I'm grateful that I saw this story. I am sending you all the love and hugs in the world and I hope to read your book one day you are truly blessed. 🙏💗🇨🇦