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Published Mar 24, 2020

INSPIRATIONAL MAN Born Without Legs Or Arms SHARES How To OVERCOME HOPELESSNESS | Nick Vujicic

Nick Vujicic, born without arms or legs, shares his incredible journey of overcoming adversity through faith and resilience, the profound impact of love and relationships, and his rise as a globally renowned motivational speaker who inspires others to embrace their uniqueness and pursue their dreams.
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  • Marriage

    Nick Vujicic opens up about the pivotal moments in his marriage, including the first uncomfortable moment that led him to realize he was ready to fight for his future wife. He shares how this commitment solidified their bond and led to their engagement and marriage 1. Nick also emphasizes the importance of embracing change together, recounting how his wife has taught him to prioritize family time and manage his work-life balance effectively 2.

    I feel unstoppable when I'm by her side, and I've just got to sit down, calm down, because I'm like, personality A. You're right. My brain. And she's taught me to switch my brain off.

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    Their journey together showcases the power of mutual support and resilience.

       

    Support

    Nick reflects on the crucial support systems that have bolstered him throughout his life, starting with a high school janitor who first encouraged him to speak publicly. This encouragement led to a transformative moment where Nick realized his calling as a speaker 3. He also credits his parents for their unwavering belief in him and their daily affirmations of his worth, which laid the foundation for his positive outlook and drive to leverage his full potential 4.

    My parents, they loved me, they encouraged me, they believed in me. They told me every day that I'm beautiful the way that I am.

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    These early influences played a significant role in shaping Nick's path to becoming a motivational speaker and advocate for living without limits.

       

    Role Models

    Nick discusses the profound impact of positive role models in his life, particularly in teaching him the power of forgiveness. He shares a personal story of how he struggled with and eventually overcame resentment towards a former love's family, highlighting the importance of letting go for personal peace 5. Nick also emphasizes the role of gratitude and spiritual practices in overcoming depression and maintaining a positive attitude 6.

    Whether or not people say sorry to you is not the point. Whether people understand that they've done wrong to you or not is not as much as the point of you actually saying, whether they say sorry or not. It doesn't make it easier, even sometimes, because you can still hold unforgiveness.

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    These lessons from role models have been instrumental in Nick's journey towards emotional and spiritual growth.

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