Double Amputee Marine Finds Peace in Jiu-Jitsu | Inclusive Holiday Cheer | Diverse Ability Spotlight

In this inspiring episode of the We’re Not Stumped podcast, host Mike Bolland explores three incredible stories of resilience, community, and inclusion:

🌟 A Marine veteran and double amputee shares how jiu-jitsu has transformed his life, bringing peace and purpose through the sport.
🎅 Discover how an amputee center’s holiday program welcomed Santa to spread joy and foster community spirit.
đź’ˇ Learn about Diverse Ability Incorporated and their groundbreaking work in creating inclusive opportunities for people of all abilities.

Join us for heartfelt discussions on overcoming challenges, celebrating diversity, and building stronger, more inclusive communities. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more uplifting stories!

Story 1: https://www.10news.com/news/local-news/marine-vet-double-amputee-finds-peace-in-jiu-jitsu

Story 2: https://www.newsandsentinel.com/news/community-news/2024/12/amputee-center-welcomes-santa-to-holiday-program/

Diverse Ability Incorporated: https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/

#InclusionMatters #JiuJitsu #AmputeeStories #DiverseAbility #HolidayInspiration

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