When I was 8 years old, I became depressed. I kept asking why I was born this way [without arms and legs]. I also worried about my future. At the age of 10, I tried to commit suicide because I felt like giving up. But when I imagined my loving parents crying at my grave, I decided to stay.

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Fear is a bigger disability than having no arms and no legs.

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I'm the world 'Guinness Book of Records' holder of 1,749 hugs in one hour. My arms fell off.

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I may have absolutely no control over what happens to us, but we can control how we respond. If we choose the right attitude, we can rise above whatever challenges we face.

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The greatest rewards come when you give of yourself. It's about bettering the lives of others, being part of something bigger than yourself, and making a positive difference.

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If you can't get a miracle, become one.

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Some injuries heal more quickly if you keep moving.

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Failure is not important, how you overcome it is.

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If you’re not happy single, your not gonna be happy married.

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There's no point in being complete on the outside when you're broken in the inside.

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