EPISODE · Nov 10, 2025 · 47 MIN
121: Loving Something You Can’t Do
from Unstuck with Jay Abbasi · host Jay Abbasi
Meet Jerry. He wakes to the sound of hospital machines beeping. The ceiling above him feels foreign. There’s a dull ache in his back and panic rising in his chest as he remembers the ladder, the fall, the shouting voices. At 25, Jerry was a proud construction worker, building homes with his own hands. Now, he can’t lift his arm. The doctors say he might walk again, with time, patience, and relentless therapy, but for now, he can’t even sit up on his own. He tells his family he’s okay, but inside he’s angry, ashamed, and terrified that this is all that’s left. Today, Jay is joined by Mitch Bohn, a podcaster, broadcaster, and TEDx speaker born with spina bifida, a condition that left him unable to walk. Instead of letting his disability define him, Mitch has dedicated his life to amplifying voices in sports and creating accessibility through his nonprofit AccessBillings. He reminds us that life’s greatest impact doesn’t come from what we can’t do, it comes from finding our way to what we love. Together, Jay and Mitch explore how to rediscover meaning when life changes your plans, how to transform frustration into purpose, and how loving something you can’t do might just be the path to fulfillment. Notable Quotes “There’s always a way to do what you love. It’s just going to look different.” — Mitch Bohn “Why dwell on the things you can’t change? Focus on how you can still show up.” — Mitch Bohn “Anger isn’t always bad. It can be the fuel that drives meaningful change.” — Jay Abbasi About Our Guest Mitch Bohn is a podcaster, community advocate, and founder of AccessBillings, a nonprofit organization committed to improving accessibility across Montana. Born with spina bifida, Mitch has undergone more than 20 surgeries yet built a thriving career highlighting athletes, coaches, and advocates through his podcast Wide Left Sports. His story and TEDx talk inspire audiences to overcome adversity with resilience, purpose, and a no-excuses mindset. Resources and Links Mitch Bohn AccessBillings Website – https://accessbillings.org/about/ Wide Left Sports Website – https://wideleftsports.com/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitch-bohn-8293b3157/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/mitch.bohn.2025/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/bohn.2313 Jay Abbasi Website – https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on “Unstuck”? Submit your story through the link below, and Jay may choose to highlight your story on a future episode and offer you personalized advice on how to overcome any challenge. Submit Your Story Join Us Next Time On Friday, Jay dives into the power of no excuses, how to recognize when self-limiting stories are holding you back, and how to replace them with empowering beliefs. He’ll share a simple seven-step framework inspired by Wayne Dyer and Byron Katie to help you finish the year strong and start 2026 with unstoppable momentum. If you’ve ever found yourself saying, “I can’t,” this next episode will help you challenge that voice and rediscover what’s possible. Until then, stay resilient, stay resourceful, and stay Unstuck.
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Meet Jerry. He wakes to the sound of hospital machines beeping. The ceiling above him feels foreign. There’s a dull ache in his back and panic rising in his chest as he remembers the ladder, the fall, the shouting voices. At 25, Jerry was a proud construction worker, building homes with his own hands. Now, he can’t lift his arm. The doctors say he might walk again, with time, patience, and relentless therapy, but for now, he can’t even sit up on his own. He tells his family he’s okay, but inside he’s angry, ashamed, and terrified that this is all that’s left. Today, Jay is joined by Mitch Bohn, a podcaster, broadcaster, and TEDx speaker born with spina bifida, a condition that left him unable to walk. Instead of letting his disability define him, Mitch has dedicated his life to amplifying voices in sports and creating accessibility through his nonprofit AccessBillings. He reminds us that life’s greatest impact doesn’t come from what we can’t do, it comes from finding our way to what we love. Together, Jay and Mitch explore how to rediscover meaning when life changes your plans, how to transform frustration into purpose, and how loving something you can’t do might just be the path to fulfillment. Notable Quotes “There’s always a way to do what you love. It’s just going to look different.” — Mitch Bohn “Why dwell on the things you can’t change? Focus on how you can still show up.” — Mitch Bohn “Anger isn’t always bad. It can be the fuel that drives meaningful change.” — Jay Abbasi About Our Guest Mitch Bohn is a podcaster, community advocate, and founder of AccessBillings, a nonprofit organization committed to improving accessibility across Montana. Born with spina bifida, Mitch has undergone more than 20 surgeries yet built a thriving career highlighting athletes, coaches, and advocates through his podcast Wide Left Sports. His story and TEDx talk inspire audiences to overcome adversity with resilience, purpose, and a no-excuses mindset. Resources and Links Mitch Bohn AccessBillings Website – https://accessbillings.org/about/ Wide Left Sports Website – https://wideleftsports.com/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitch-bohn-8293b3157/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/mitch.bohn.2025/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/bohn.2313 Jay Abbasi Website – https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Get Featured on “Unstuck” Want to have your story featured on “Unstuck”? Submit your story through the link below, and Jay may choose to highlight your story on a future episode and offer you personalized advice on how to overcome any challenge. Submit Your Story Join Us Next Time On Friday, Jay dives into the power of no excuses, how to recognize when self-limiting stories are holding you back, and how to replace them with empowering beliefs. He’ll share a simple seven-step framework inspired by Wayne Dyer and Byron Katie to help you finish the year strong and start 2026 with unstoppable momentum. If you’ve ever found yourself saying, “I can’t,” this next episode will help you challenge that voice and rediscover what’s possible. Until then, stay resilient, stay resourceful, and stay Unstuck.
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