Ep. 5. Courage, humility and acceptance with double amputee World Record holder Vanessa Low




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Summary: I’m really proud to bring Vanessa Low into your lives. She’s an AMAZINGLY humble and impactful woman.<br> <br> When she was almost 16 years old, Vanessa was run over by a train and almost lost her life.<br> <br> Vanessa Low is now a double leg amputee, Paralympic Champion and World record holder for her T42 classification in the Long Jump.<br> <br> She’s also an ambassador for the World's largest ever road safety campaign alongside megastars like Pharrell Williams, Rafael Nadal, Fernando Alonso and many more.<br> <br> Vanessa also shares her very special bond with the Michael Schumacher foundation and the impact they’re making in the world through this organisation.<br> <br> In this episode you will learn:<br> <br> How acceptance of self is the step to perceived acceptance in society<br> <br> What this tragedy did to Vanessa’s family<br> <br> How failure of expectations creates greater strength and how to use the so called failure to create future success<br> <br> We also speak about:<br> <br> Why Vanessa’s former coach literally broke her down again to rebuild her<br> <br> Her athletics journey and what the future looks like for Vanessa with the massive changes she’s made since winning the Gold medal in Rio.<br> <br> <br> <br> Prepare to be inspired by her humble soul.<br> <br> Resources discussed in this episode:<br> <br> Vanessa’s Long Jump World Record and Gold Medal Rio 2016<br> <br> Michael Schumacher foundation “Keep Fighting Award” acceptance video<br> <br> FIA Road safety campaign<br> <br> <br> <br> Follow Vanessa Online:<br> <br> Website: vanessalow.com.au<br> <br> Facebook: @Vanessa Low<br> <br> Instagram: @vanessalow90<br> <br> <br> <br> Charity support:<br> <br> If you’re keen to support the LIFE Tee’s charity component, please follow this link. We’re grateful for any and all support: LIFE Tee’s<br> <br> You can find all info on the podcast and everything else we’re up to at www.yourlifeofimpact.com<br> <br> LIFE Social media - @lifeforxlns Facebook and Instagram