The man who Swims, Surfs, Skydives and Inspires without Limbs

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Nick Vujicic's inspirational story

Recently Nick Vujicic spoke with BBC Capital about his extraordinary life and his recipe for success in the world. It turns out he's a pretty famous guy and has done plenty of interviews before, but this one brought him to our attention and if you haven't heard Nick's story before you'll want to check it out.

Nick Vujicic is the 32-year-old president of motivational speech marketer 'Attitude is Altitude'. He was born without arms or legs, making everyday tasks such as brushing your teeth more difficult. Even so, he lives life to the fullest and has become an in-demand inspirational speaker; from the video above it's easy to see why.

There is no medical explanation for Vujicic’s physical disability, an extremely rare congenital disorder known as tetra-amelia syndrome. He has a small foot on his left hip however, which helps him balance. He can type, pick things up between his toes and even kick a ball.

In the BBC interview, Vujicic explained that confidence didn't come naturally to him. Growing up in Melbourne, Australia, he struggled with depression. Over time, Vujicic worked on adopting a positive attitude—at 17 an encounter with his high school janitor inspired him to go into public speaking.

Aside from his work as a motivational speaker, Vujicic is a self-confessed adrenalin junkie (he'd be right at home at ADAPT Network then); he regularly swims, surfs and has gone skydiving.

The charismatic Australian now lives in California with his wife, Kanae, and their 2-year-old son. He travels the world addressing huge crowds, including business groups and schoolchildren—so far he has visited more than 50 countries and given thousands of talks.

Check out the Life Without Limbs official website to find out more about Nick's story and his work.


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Respect !!!!!

For sure - he's such a cool dude.

@adaptnetwork Thank you for the AWESOME inspiration of Vujicic! Attitude is Altitude!

Not too long from now, he will be fitted with robotic limbs that make him stronger and faster than normal humans.

Inspirational .......Wow nice. up-voted and followed!

whoops must have been an accident i wanted to follow you not unfollow! hmmmm... I was really tired!? either way I refollowed

thanks, follow you 2!!:))lots of positive energy for you!!:))
And always continue to believe my steemit friend!!:))

I do believe in the positive energy! Thanks for the warm greeting

wooowww wooooowww ... What an example of a warrior !! :))

No excuses! Wow- what a trip

If Nick was a jedi, he could move a mountain.

He's the man!

Nick!!! I love that guy he works in the same building as me, he is a great person. See him a few times a month when I go on break! Right On!

Now that's incredible!

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