Perseverance: Failure Makes Us Stronger

Failure is painful in the moment – but what if it can also inspire us to reach new heights? In this course, you’ll hear from Blake Leeper, an aspiring Paralympic athlete, eight-time medalist in Track and Field for the United States, and the fastest adaptive runner in Team USA history in races over 400 meters, who will share his insights and experiences about overcoming adversity. You’ll discover how challenges teach us valuable lessons about resilience, responsibility, self-worth, and the power of transforming the question ‚ÄúWhy me?” into ‚ÄúWhy NOT me?” As you watch, you’ll have the opportunity to consider a new perspective on overcoming obstacles to expand your knowledge and guide your personal and professional development.