You Don't Need Site to Have Vision
In this episode, Holly Jean Jackson talks with Paralympic athlete, Lex Gillette, about his journey to blindness, his inspiration to compete, and his work as a specialist for the visually impaired. They discuss overcoming challenges, defining success, and the power of storytelling. Lex also shares his transformative story, his insights on hard work, and his message to the world.
Key Points
- Lex Gillette, a Paralympic track and field athlete, embodies the mantra "No need for sight when you have a vision," demonstrating that success is not determined by sight but by having a clear vision and working tirelessly to bring it to fruition.
- Through his story, Lex highlights the importance of resilience, self-advocacy, and a supportive community in overcoming obstacles and achieving personal goals, regardless of physical limitations.
- Inspiration, as defined by Lex, is a powerful, often inexplicable connection among people that transcends physical abilities and circumstances, driving individuals to pursue their visions and contribute positively to the world around them.
Connect with Lex:
- https://lexgillette.com/
- https://twitter.com/LexGillette
- https://www.instagram.com/lexgillette/
- https://www.facebook.com/LexGillette/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/lexgillette/
- https://vimeo.com/lexgillette
Lex published an article on LinkedIn entitled “Tethers”, where he uses his athletic experiences to highlight the power of connection and how critical it is to our success both personally and professionally. He wants to share it with the world...the link will be in the show notes: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/tethers-lex-gillette/?articleId=6646467862909329408
Music Credits:
HNGVR - Touch Me https://hngvr.bandcamp.com/
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