From Bullying to Brilliance: Fats Timbo's journey of resilience and transforming adversity into empowerment
Today, Fats shares her journey of resilience, overcoming bullying, and embracing her identity as a person with achondroplasia, a form of dwarfism. Fats is a content creator, comedian, author, and disability advocate.From her early experiences with bullying to now having achieved incredible milestones, including modelling for Vogue, writing a book titled ‘Main Character Energy’ and amassing over 3 million followers on TikTok, Fats discusses how humour and a positive mindset have helped shape her life. In this chat she reflects on the importance of family support, the challenges of being different, and how she has transformed her pain into empowerment.Join us as Fats opens up about her journey to self-acceptance, and the lessons she's learned along the way.Follow us on Instagram: @LifeLemonsPodcast to continue the discussion and if you enjoy listening share with your friends.Don't forget to follow the podcast to make sure you don't miss any new content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ballet, Burnout, and Resurgence: Steven McRae's inspiring story of transforming challenges into triumphs
What does it take to be a principal dancer with the Royal Ballet in London? In this candid conversation, Steven McRae shares his remarkable journey from a motorsport family in Australia to the prestigious Royal Ballet.In this Season 7 premiere we discuss how although Steven has achieved immense success throughout his dancing career, it has not come without it’s challenges and set backs. We delve into how Steven has overcame significant challenges, including a life-changing Achilles injury, and the lessons he learned about resilience, and mindset. Steven opens up about the pressures of the dance world, the misconceptions surrounding body image, and the impact of burnout on high-performing individuals.As he prepares for his upcoming performances in Romeo and Juliet, Steven reflects on the sacrifices he's made along the way and the importance of celebrating achievements, no matter how small.Don't miss this episode filled with powerful insights and motivation for anyone facing adversity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Season 7 coming soon.....
Coming April 8th - new episodes with incredible guests telling inspiring stories. Make sure to follow now so you don't miss the first new episode dropping on Tuesday 8th April. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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From being Harry Potter's stunt double to surviving and the power of acceptance with David Holmes
David Holmes was the stunt double for Daniel Radcliffe in the Harry Potter films until his life took a dramatic turn when a freak accident during a stunt rehearsal left him a quadriplegic.Join us in this chat as David shares his incredible journey of resilience, acceptance, and transformation. From his early days in gymnastics to his time on the Harry Potter set, David reflects on the challenges he faced after his injury and how he found purpose in advocating for the disabled community.In this episode, you'll hear about:• David's transition from stunt performer to motivational speaker and author• The importance of mindset and gratitude in overcoming adversity• His experiences with humour and vulnerability in the face of trauma• Insights into living with a spinal cord injury and the significance of community supportDavid's story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of perspective. Whether you're facing your own challenges or seeking inspiration, this episode is sure to resonate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Surviving a motorcycle crash in Columbia but losing a leg, with Luke Tarrant
After experiencing a life-threatening motorcycle crash in Colombia, Luke Tarrant has emerged as a single-leg amputee and a disability advocate. Luke’s story is one of resilience and positivity.Join us as Luke shares his incredible journey—from his adventurous motorcycle travels across the Americas to the harrowing moments following his accident. He discusses the challenges he faced in the hospital, the importance of mindset, and how he has used social media to connect with others and inspire them through his recovery process.In this episode, you'll learn about:Luke's background and love for motorbikingThe day of the crash and his experience in the Colombian healthcare systemHis journey through recovery and rehabilitation in both Colombia and the UKThe role of exercise and sport in his life post-accidentHow he is using his story to motivate others facing their own challengesLuke's story is a testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit. Don't miss this uplifting conversation that reminds us all to embrace life, no matter the obstacles we face.Remember to follow the podcast to ensure you don't miss any new content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This is the podcast which interviews high performing individuals who have been through adversity but come back stronger. Hosted by Emma Levy, a physiotherapist who has helped elite athletes on their way to Olympic success. This podcast was born following Emma's own trauma when she was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of just 36. Sat in the chemo chair she set herself the goal of starting a podcast to explore resilience and the importance of mindset. Through discussion with incredible individuals, Emma aims to explore and share amazing real- life stories of finding triumph following trauma, with the ultimate goal of helping others deal with adversity, and inspiring them to do great things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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