Episode 96: How para-powerlifter Garrison Redd is disabling limitations
Beyond 6 Seconds: Neurodiversity stories from neurodivergent people
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Show Notes
Garrison Redd is a TEDx speaker, para-powerlifter, model, dancer, and most of all, an advocate for disabled rights. He founded an organization called "TheGarrisonReddProject" to provide resources and services that improve the well-being of disabled individuals.
On this episode, Garrison shares:
- Why he left his government job to start his own organization
- The job searching challenges faced by many people with disabilities
- How he realized his impact as a positive role model for the younger generation
- How he discovered his talent for competitive para-powerlifting
- How he controls his fear when doing something new or challenging
You can follow Garrison on Instagram @garrisonredd to see his workout videos and other fun & motivating posts, connect with him on LinkedIn and learn more about TheGarrisonReddProject at www.thegarrisonreddproject.org.
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