Dr. Lonnie Clinkscale shares his incredible story of adversity and triumph. Growing up with an undiagnosed learning disability and in an abusive household in one of the most dangerous cities in America, Youngstown, OH, Lonnie was mercilessly bullied and called "dummy."
After a suicide attempt at age 7, Lonnie found hope at a faith-based community center called The Needle's Eye. With their support and discovering God's love, Lonnie goes from failing grades to winning a public speaking competition against top students.
Listen as Dr. Lonnie describes his journey from not knowing what a "hug" was as a child to earning multiple degrees. An inspiring story of overcoming the odds through faith and perseverance.
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