Inspirational Speakers on Overcoming Setbacks

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Overcoming Obstacles: Motivational Tales of Resilience, Perseverance, & Victory

From bad childhood situations to grief and injuries - these men and women have overcome adversity in their lives and pushed forward to meet their goals. Inspiring speakers who teach audiences how to persevere through challenges, they are legendary athletes, cancer survivors, veterans and more.

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