Daniel Blanchard - Overcoming Adversity "No Hear, No Speak"

The speaker shares a personal story of overcoming childhood deafness and being misdiagnosed as mentally retarded. Despite expert opinions that he would never speak, his mother and a dedicated nun provided speech lessons, leading to his success as a professional speaker. The story highlights the importance of perseverance and the unexpected support from others in overcoming life's challenges.

What challenges did the speaker face during childhood?

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How did the speaker's parents initially perceive his inability to speak?

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What was the good news and bad news given to the speaker's mother by the doctors?

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What role did the nun play in the speaker's life after his operation?

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What lesson does the speaker convey about having teammates in life?

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