Do you know Bethany Hamiliton?

She's best known as the young surfer girl who survived a violent shark attack where she lost an arm. But what's really surprising is that Bethany has never played the victim. She got knocked down--yes. But got right up and has never complained or felt sorry for herself. In tracking her story, I've never heard her place blame or even wage a vendetta against sharks like some people might do.

Bethany has clearly reframed her situation as a new, unexpected opportunity. She is an incredible example of someone we think is Born Stronger.

What does this mean? She has overcome fear and despite a serious, freak injury has been able to return to the sport she loves; surfing.

She has remained positive and is a role model for girls and guys in and out of surfing. Bethany continues to be a competitor but is also using the fame and attention she's received from her accident to inspire others.

A quick trip to Bethany's personal website tells a lot about this inspirational girl.

Even her website is bright, cheery and colorful. Since the accident, she's appeared on numerous talk shows to tell her story and it's rumored that Hollywood is making a movie. How did she do it? How does someone even consider getting back into the water after something like that? It must take an enormous amount of courage. It must take facing your fears head on. It must take one day at a time. Bethany Hamilton must be Born Stronger. What say you?