Zig Ziglar On Not Moaning About A Loss

By Zig Ziglar
Expert Author
Article Date: 2002-04-16

Jon Paul Blenke was three years old when he lost both arms. However, instead of taking the "I've lost it all and there's nothing I can do" attitude, he and his parents quickly accepted the fact that he would be without his arms for the rest of his life. They decided to adapt, use what was left, and not moan about the loss.

Jon Paul's parents encouraged him and the results speak for themselves. He is an outgoing, enthusiastic, highly motivated youngster who has an incredible attitude. When someone tells him what he can't do, he starts figuring out a way to do it. He plays soccer, writes with his feet, drives the lawn mower with his legs, swims, skates, skis and plays football. His coach says Jon Paul doesn't have a disability in his mind. There are few hurdles in his mind he can't overcome. If there's frustration, it's short-lived, and very seldom will he give up. . .

I encourage you to learn from this enthusiastic youngster.

Adapted from Zig's book, "Something To Smile About," published by Thomas Nelson and available now in your bookstore