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Aug 2024
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Triumph Through Trials: Jessica Long’s I...

Natalie Tysdal
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Brief Summary of the Show: Jessica Long, a Paralympic swimmer, shares her inspiring story of overcoming challenges and finding success. She was adopted from Siberia, Russia, as a baby and was born with a birth defect in both of her legs. Despite her disability, she never let it define her and pursued her passion for swimming. She made her first Paralympic team at the age of 12 and has since won numerous gold medals. Jessica emphasizes the importance of perseverance, self-love, and finding purpose in life. She also discusses her journey of forgiveness and reconnecting with her birth family in Russia. Jessica's story is a testament to the power of determination and resilience.

Listen as we speak: 00:00 - Introduction and Jessica's Background 03:05 - Jessica's Journey as a Paralympic Swimmer 08:01 - Finding Worth and Identity Beyond Achievements 11:28 - Overcoming Challenges and the Power of Determination 15:27 - The Importance of Family and Support 18:58 - Writing the Book and Jessica's Journey of Self-Love 23:33 - Reconnecting with Birth Family and the Power of Forgiveness 27:22 - Inspiring Others and Shocking the World 31:21 - Jessica's Future Plans and Closing Remarks

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