Episode 79: From Braces to Belief: Abilities Over Disabilities

A childhood spent in leg braces became the starting line for a lifetime of possibility.In this week’s episode of Victim to Victory: Triumph Over Tragedy, Dr. Paul Wichansky shares how a diagnosis of cerebral palsy sparked a mindset built on optimism, discipline, and self-belief. From the first hard-won steps to speaking on school stages at age ten, his story highlights how focusing on abilities—not limits—can change a life. Along the way: a cathedral moment that rewired “Why me?” into “Why not me?”, a hard lesson in forgiveness that freed the heart, and practical habits that turn good days into great ones.What to expect in this week’s episode: Early Diagnosis & First Steps: How leg braces, intensive therapy, and a determined mom turned “never walk” into first independent steps—and a lifelong habit of raising the bar. Mindset Shift—“Why not me?”: The cathedral moment that reframed adversity, replacing “Why me?” with empowered purpose and possibility. Forgiveness as Freedom: A powerful story of being bullied, offering grace years later, and why forgiving others (and yourself) lifts the weight that holds you back. Practical Optimism: Simple daily habits—arriving early, managing energy, focusing on abilities over limits—that turn stressful days into successful ones. Advocacy & Impact: Speaking on school stages since age ten, connecting with students (including Trooper Youth Week), and teaching resilience, respect, and self-belief. Guest Resources:Website:https://www.justthewayyouare.com/Book:https://www.yesicanbook.com/Email:[e-mail]:https://www.facebook.com/drpaulstuartInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/drpaulwichansky/ GGL Resources: Website:https://www.gglwins.com/  Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/GarcesGrablerLebrocq/  Twitter (X):https://www.x.com/ggl_wins  Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ggl_wins https://www.instagram.com/gglwins_espanol  LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/garces-grabler-lebrocq/  YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@garcesgrablerlebrocq  New Clients: 855-GGL-WINS  [e-mail] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices