Life Without Limits, by Nick Vujicic, is one of the best nonfiction books I’ve read in a long time. It left me feeling inspired and motivated to work harder to achieve my own goals in life.
Nick Vujicic had to overcome physical challenges that few people face, but his emotional struggles are ones most of us can relate to. Born without arms or legs, he desperately wanted to fit in and experience the same things other kids did. His parents helped him achieve a certain amount of independence, and he taught himself how to perform many tasks that I’d never have thought possible for a person without arms or legs. An adept swimmer, he also learned to surf. He even defended himself against a bully on the school playground. Yet his physical achievements aren’t as amazing as his emotional strength.
During his youth, Nick faced and overcame serious depression. He began reaching out to others facing tough circumstances and helped them find hope for the future. His own sense of purpose grew stronger as he became acquainted with people all over the world that needed someone to encourage them not to give up their dreams.
Still in his twenties, Nick is already an accomplished motivational speaker, Christian evangelist, and businessman. His positive attitude and insightful suggestions for overcoming life’s trials have made an impact on people wherever he’s travelled. One of the many comments he made in his book that had an impact on me is this: “You may not control what happens to you, but you can control how you respond.”(p.33)
I highly recommend Life Without Limits.
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“I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review.”
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Nick Vujicic also has a website called Life Without Limbs
Thank you for the review of Life Without Limits. What an amazing overcomer the author is. Blessings to you, Carol…
He is indeed. His story is remarkable. He has dvds that look inspirational, too, but I haven’t had a chance to watch them yet.
Blessings to you, too, Carol Ann.
I’ve seen several inspirational videos of Nick and am always amazed by his wonderful attitude of self-worth and inner strength. He inspires us not to see our disabilities in life, but our abilities. Thanks for bringing his book to my attention.
Carol, I’ve watched some of the short videos on his website and am impressed by the way he captivates his audience. I’d love to hear him in person.
Carol, First let me say, YEAH! you’re back š
This sounds like a wonderful book. Thanks for sharing your review. I’m wondering if it would be an inspiring gift for Bo. He’s not sure what he wants to do with life.
Elizabeth, I’m struggling my way back to a normal schedule. Flu has had me snuggled in my chair wishing I had the energy to do something productive. At least I got some reading done!
I think Bo would like the book, though it doesn’t address how to figure out what we want to do with our lives. It is more geared toward encouraging us to “do it” whenever we’ve got a goal in mind. It also clarifies how we often put limits on ourselves that keep us from achieving things we could or should do.
Maybe you should read it yourself, then pass it on to him. Could be it will help you, too. š
Blessings,
Carol
When people can take the challenges that live gives them and turn it around to inspire others, all I can say is Wow! Thanks for the review, Carol. I’ll look for this book.
Laura, I think you’ll enjoy it. My review doesn’t even do it justice as it really made an impact on my own thinking.
Hi Carol,
His story is an amazing one. Thanks for sharing the review.
Katrina
Katrina, I was glad to get the chance to review his book. I hadn’t heard of him before, so probably wouldn’t have read his story if it hadn’t been pointed out to me.
Thanks for the recommendation, Carol. I’ll look out for it.
Jai
Jai, if you read it, let me know what you think of it. š
Hello, can you tell me the specific story of how Nick got a fight at school against a boy named Chucky, please?
I don’t have the book with me right now but since I have a speech on Monday for school, I need to know that. I just read a little bit about it on books googles but then it would not make you read all the pages.
Thanks!
Hi, Caroline.
Nick was in first grade when an older bully he calls Chucky challenged him to prove he could fight. They met in the schoolyard at lunchtime,and were surrounded by a large group of other children. Nick got out of his wheelchair and Chucky got on his knees–but, of course, was able to knock Nick down by using his arms. Realizing the other boy actually wanted to hurt him, and not wanting pity from the onlookers, Nick launched himself at Chucky’s face, hitting him in the nose and knocking him onto the ground. Nick says in his book, “…I discovered that when push came to shove, I could overcome my fears.” Nick does not like violence, however, and as a grownup has mixed feelings about telling this story.
Hope that helps.
Carol
Hi, can you tell me about 3 mistake that he did in this book?
like (e.g. hard to get acceptance from himself and others).
Thanks!
Hi, Wendy. I’m sorry but it has been a while since I read the book and I don’t remember enough details to provide you with a helpful answer. I loaned the book to someone and don’t have it here to refresh my memory.