There’s a lesson for all of us when it comes to the topic of adapting. If we’re not flexible and adjust to new situations, we’re likely to fail in reaching our goals. When I first started thinking about writing this new book, I imagined a young girl who would never participate in the one sport she’d always dreamed of being the very best in–downhill skiing. By the time I’d written her story, she showed me just how wrong I could be.
Along the way, I found so many examples of people who not only learned new ways to take part in their favorite sport(s), but also branched out and became stars in different ones.
This video features adaptive equipment for indoor rowing, something that helped train two people to medal in the Paralympics. Very inspiring.
As writers, we’re always encouraging each other not to give up, even when we’re up to our eyeballs in rejections. I think we can add “adjust to the changes” in this business of writing to part of our mutual support. And these days there’s one heck of a lot of that to do, isn’t there?
Although I don’t have a firm publication date from the publisher, I’m putting out the call for help with my launch in October. I’d so appreciate SPACE ON YOUR BLOG, TWEETS, FB POSTS, INSTAGRAM POSTS. If you’re up for doing a REVIEW, that works as well. Just leave a comment with your preference and I’ll be in touch.
You are more than welcome on my blog:) I’d love to have you.
You’re certainly right about adapting, those sometimes it gets challenging;)
Whoops. Those was supposed to be though:)
Totally got it, Sandra. And thanks for the offer of help. I’ll be in touch.
I will definitely help with your book whenever you need it.
Great. You’re on my list! Thank you.
That is incredibly inspiring! I completely agree we need to adjust to the changes. It’s a constant flow and things do something change so quickly, but good thing that humans have that tenacity! 🙂 I’m happy to shout-out on social media for you.
Humans are a tenacious species–agree! Wonderful to have you as part of my launch team. Thanks so much.
Count me in. Just tell me where you need help.
I’m struggling with the possibility of going blind, since I got glaucoma. I will enjoy reading your book, how this young girl comes to terms with changes in her life.
I had no idea, Jacqui. That is a struggle. My grandmother lost her eyesight because of glaucoma. The doctors were able to keep some of her vision for several years, but she was a seamstress and a reader, so it was very difficult for her. We shared a lot of that experience so I know something about what you’re dealing with.
Very inspiring to see people adapt to their situations to continue doing what they love.
I’ll help out with whatever you need! 🙂
Thanks for having me yesterday!
I’m so pleased to have you as a part of my launch. Thank you.
Adapting is important not only in sports, but in life as well. I’m glad to shout out about your book in my October Follower News. Emal me so we can set it up.
Thanks Natalie. I’ll email you ASAP.
Hi Lee – the Paralympics are totally inspiring … they are amazing people, overcoming so much – adapting and are totally flexible in their lives … I’ll enjoy being around to support your launch. Congratulations as you move forwards … cheers Hilary
It wouldn’t be a launch without you, Hilary! Thank you.
The only constant in life is change. We must learn to adapt to those changes or they’ll mow us down.
I do hear that, Liz! Thanks for saying that here.
Like Alex, I will be happy to help. Let me know what suits you best.
Sometimes I can and do adapt. Just the same I firmly believe that there are things I/we shouldn’t adapt to, which should be fought with every fibre of our being.
Hooray for those who refuse to be defined by their disabilities though. What ever capacity it besets.
You are always upbeat. I admire and appreciate that so much. And you’re absolutely right. none of us should be defined by our “disabilities”.
You know I’ll be happy to help you!
As they say, where there is a will there is a way…
Many thanks. I’ll be in touch when the time comes.