Welcome to another episode of Bouncing Back: The Personal Resilience Science Insights Podcast, where we delve deep into the human spirit's remarkable ability to overcome adversity. Join host Joahanna Wickramaratne in discovering wheelchair training and unlocking the possibilities in an inaccessible world with our special guest, Pete Donnelly.

Pete Donnelly has been navigating the world from a wheelchair for the past 17 years, bringing forth a wealth of experience and insights. As the founder of the Wheelchair Skills College, Pete is on a mission to empower every wheelchair user with the tools for independence and confidence. His journey is a testament to the transformative power of acquiring vital skills, as he has forged a successful career on his terms, helping others along the way.

In this enlightening episode, Pete shares his journey and sheds light on the pivotal role of wheelchair skills training in fostering resilience and autonomy. From technological innovations to community resources, Pete offers invaluable advice for individuals adapting to life in a wheelchair and dealing with accessibility challenges, emphasizing the significance of reframing mindsets and embracing new horizons.

Join Joahanna and Pete as they uncover how individuals with physical disabilities can redefine possibilities, pursue their passions, and chart their paths to fulfillment beyond traditional paradigms in this new episode.

Follow Pete’s work at https://www.wheelchairskills.org or connect with him on social media via LinkedIn at https://linktr.ee/petedonnelly

Produced by the Personal Resilience Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs.

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