Bullied. Dismissed. Now a Voice for Millions. The Black Dyspraxic | Tumi Sotire

He was told he might never walk. Then he was bullied, mocked, and written off. But Tumi Sotire found purpose in the pain—and now he's changing the world.Tumi Sotire, founder of The Black Dyspraxic, shares his raw and redemptive journey—from being diagnosed with dyspraxia at age 4, to surviving brutal bullying, to becoming an award-winning health economist and global advocate. In this powerful episode, he opens up about battling shame, discovering his faith as a lifeline and wrestling with the identity-shaping nature of disability. Through Scripture, family, and sheer resilience, Tumi chose purpose over pity—and now stands as a role model for millions.If you’ve ever wrestled with identity, rejection, or what it means to be “enough,” this story will break and build you.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro: From Dismissed to Mission03:32 - The Diagnosis05:18 - What is Dyspraxia?06:53 - How His Parents Helped Him Navigate The Diagnosis20:57 - The bullying years28:48 - “They set a dog on me”31:16 - Why confidence must be rebuilt daily32:58 - Getting real about career barriers36:36 - Advocacy, purpose & divine timing39:32 - Wrestling with healing vs. identity50:10 - Finding a wife who sees your soul1:00:28 - Final word to parents & younger selfWant to share your story and inspire others to live an intentional life, full of wisdom? Please fill this form: https://forms.gle/baNcNzyZLXxHa5Rd9🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more real stories of courage, conviction, and calling.🎧 Available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & everywhere you get your podcasts.#Faith #Fatherhood #Resilience #ChristianPodcast #Legacy #SoulPodcast #PurposeDrivenLife