He Lost His Leg at 16. Then He Completed an Ironman | Gert Rune

Resilience isn't a feeling; it’s a cognitive construction.In this episode of Rewire to Rise, Mirela Bocanet sits down with Olympian and Ironman Gert Rune Jespersen to deconstruct one of the most difficult human experiences: Identity Reconstruction.At 16, Gert lost his leg to bone cancer. He didn't just lose a limb; he lost his sense of "before." Through the lens of neuroscience and metacognition, we explore how Gert moved from a hospital bed to representing Denmark at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics and eventually becoming the first one-legged Dane to complete an Ironman.This is a masterclass in shifting from a victim of circumstance to an architect of possibility.Disclaimer: This content is an educational self-development tool intended for cognitive performance and identity growth. Mirela Bocanet is a certified cognitive coach and brand strategist. This content is for educational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or clinical treatment.———𝗛𝗢𝗦𝗧: Mirela Bocanet is a Business & Executive Coach🔗 Resources: https://linktr.ee/mirela_bocanet🎙️If the channel gave you clarity, please leave a 5-star▶️ Listen on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYIUQ9ItsNDkVD7HaI2DM8CicIUzrH_C9&si=CrVYdLejHwKJLGw3