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Healthy living! Read inspiring health and wellness interviews and motivational stories from people who have recovered from illness, injury or other health issues. After reading these, you will realize that the “Impossible” = “I’m possible”!

Neil McCormick, Author Of The Bestselling Book and Film, "Killing Bono" On Turning The Perception Of Failure Into Success

Neil McCormick, Author Of The Bestselling Book and Film, “Killing Bono” On Turning The Perception Of Failure Into Success

In this episode #10 of Rise Up Radio, Michael Nova interviews Neil McCormick, who is a British music journalist. Neil is chief pop and rock music critic for the UK's Telegraph newspaper and website. In addition to being an established journalist, Neil is known as a music industry expert and ...
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How overcoming a spinal cord injury led Drew Cumpson to become a motivational speaker and successful entrepreneur

By Matthew Le Blanc. How a quadriplegic did not let disability stop him from living his life and achieving his dreams Drew Cumpson is a motivational speaker, hospitality entrepreneur, and disability activist. He suffered a spinal cord injury while travelling Peru in 2011 and since then has dedicated his time ...
This Town Music Video by X: THC- People From 43 Countries Unite Against COVID

This Town Music Video by X: THC- People From 43 Countries Unite Against COVID

We created this preview music video with people from 43 countries worldwide volunteering to unite against COVID, to inspire during this difficult time... A portion of the album sales proceeds will be donated to charity. The balance of proceeds will be used to continue RiseUpEight.org's mission of inspiring people to ...
From College Dropout To Ph.D- Dr. James Kelley's Crucible

From College Dropout To Ph.D- Dr. James Kelley’s Crucible

Dr. James Kelley is the host of the executives after hours podcast which he runs from Dubai, interviewing executives not about their businesses but about their personal journeys and what makes them successful. James has some great stories on how he was able to find himself and his mission in ...
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Inspiring Amputee Story: Child Loses Arms And Legs, Now Becoming An Inspiration To Others

Sometimes you never know when you're going to get an incredible story that really touches you. Someone referred us to Victoria's story below, and we were immediately interested. Once you read below, you'll see exactly why. We think the lesson is that everyone faces daily struggles, some more than others, ...