Ep.7. The Power of Acceptance to Aid Your Personal Growth, with 7 Time Paralympian and Politician Liesl Tesch

From being robbed at gunpoint, to breaking her back and losing her mum, nothing has stopped Liesl on her mission to accept life's challenges and grow from them significantly!!! This episode is an absolute ripper. Strap in for what is a roller coaster of a journey. Liesl and I had some big belly laughs but Liesl also broke into tears a few times as she delved into some vulnerable moments in her life that have helped shape the amazing human she is today. She’s an extremely proud and passionate woman! Now, I never thought Brett Robbo from Cobar would be doing any of his podcast interviews in Parliament house in Sydney, but that’s exactly where this one took place. Liesl tesch is an incomplete Paraplegic and: A 7 time Paralympian in the sports of Wheelchair Basketball and sailing. a two time Paralympic Gold Medalist She’s also an entrepreneur, humanitarian and just recently become a politician. In this episode you will learn: How sport is literally saving and changing people's lives around the world and how Liesl is a major player in this legacy The power of mentors And How to create a mindset of acceptance and growth We also talk about: When Liesl was robbed at gunpoint in Rio How breaking her back at age 19 didn’t ever slow her down What personal challenges she faces to remain authentic in her new role as a politician And so much more! Resources discussed in this episode: Sport matters - Liesl is co-founder of this amazing organisation Website: http://www.nswlabor.org.au/liesl_tesch Twitter: @LieslTesch Instagram: @LieslTesch Facebook: @LieslTeschGosford Charity support: If you’re keen to support the LIFE Tee’s charity component, please follow this link. We’re grateful for any and all support: LIFE Tee’s You can find all info on the podcast and everything else we’re up to at www.yourlifeofimpact.com LIFE Social media - @lifeforxlns Facebook and Instagram