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The Unstoppable Nate Peitz: Taking the "Dis" Out of Disability
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Ep 36 The Unstoppable Nate Peitz: Taking the "Dis" Out of Disability
What does it mean to truly overcome limitations? In this powerful conversation, Nate Peitz redefines what's possible when you refuse to be defined by circumstances beyond your control.
Born with spina bifida, Nate shares his remarkable journey of growing up as the only wheelchair user among five siblings in a family that never treated him differently. "Take the dis out of disability" isn't just a catchy phrase for Nate—it's his life philosophy. With refreshing candor, he reveals how his parents' refusal to accept "I can't" in his vocabulary shaped his determined approach to challenges.
The conversation takes us through Nate's impressive athletic career in wheelchair basketball, soccer, and sled hockey, where his competitive spirit earned him championships and All-American honors. But what truly shines is his commitment to service. Unable to join the military due to his disability, Nate found other meaningful ways to serve, including his current challenge—completing a grueling 50-mile march in his wheelchair to support veterans.
Perhaps most inspiring is Nate's perspective on obstacles. When faced with steep hills during the march qualifier, his response wasn't frustration but determination: "I'm going to figure it out." This mindset transcends his personal journey, offering profound lessons for anyone facing seemingly insurmountable challenges.
Whether you're confronting your own limitations or seeking to understand how to better connect with people of all abilities, Nate's insights will transform your perspective. His message is clear—see the person, not the wheelchair; acknowledge the challenge, then find a way forward.
Listen now and discover how reframing your view of limitations might just reveal capabilities you never knew you had. What would be possible in your life if you decided to "figure it out" instead of saying "I can't"?
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Chapters
1. Meet Nate Peitz (00:00:00)
2. Living with Spina Bifida (00:02:10)
3. Finding Strength Through Family (00:04:18)
4. Competitive Spirit and Personal Growth (00:09:02)
5. Giving Back to the Community (00:17:45)
6. The 50-Mile March Challenge (00:24:31)
7. Taking the "Dis" Out of Disability (00:35:05)
8. Military Connections and Family Values (00:43:40)
9. Final Thoughts on Perspective (00:55:26)
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