In this episode of the We’re Not Stumped podcast, host Mike Bolland announces new social media accounts for this podcast:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WereNotStumpedLimbLossPodcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/werenotstumped/
He then dives into two remarkable stories of resilience in the face of amputation. First, he discusses Pointed in the Right Direction, an inspiring memoir from Jeff Soelberg about overcoming life’s challenges after partial hand/finger amputation. Then, we hear the heartwarming story of a 7-year-old boy who, despite having both legs amputated, conquers his fear of swimming and embraces life with courage.
Join us for these powerful stories that remind us of the strength of the human spirit and the power of perseverance. Don’t miss out on these uplifting discussions!
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Pointed in the Right Direction: https://www.amazon.com/Pointed-Right-Direction-Challenges-Amputation/dp/B0DJ5VHCMX
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Mike Bolland sits down with Latisha Judkins, who shares her harrowing yet uplifting story of resilience. After losing her right leg below the knee to a flesh-eating bacteria, Latisha faced incredible challenges but emerged stronger than ever. Tune in to hear how she overcame physical and emotional hurdles, found support, and rebuilt her life with determination and hope. Latisha’s story is a testament to the human spirit’s power to thrive in adversity.
In this episode of We're Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland highlights three powerful stories from the limb loss community: A quadruple amputee's breathtaking skydive to celebrate his 65th birthday, showcasing resilience and courage. A nurse adjusting to life after a foot amputation caused by a bacterial infection, sharing his journey toward recovery and prosthetics. The mission of the Uniquely Me Foundation, empowering individuals with limb differences to embrace their uniqueness.
Mike Bolland sits down with Jeanette Jones, a childhood cancer survivor who shares her remarkable story. Diagnosed with cancer as a child, Jeanette faced years of treatment in an effort to save her left leg. At age 16, she underwent a hip disarticulation — a complex amputation that removes the entire leg, including the femur, from the pelvis. Jeanette's resilience and determination in the face of these challenges will leave you inspired. Tune in for her powerful insights on adapting to life after amputation and thriving beyond adversity.
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