89: Turning Pain Into Purpose — Blind Adventurer Erik Weihenmayer on Kayaking the Grand Canyon, Climbing Everest and Building No Barriers

"My father had been like a broom, constantly sweeping me out into the world, and my mother was like the dustpan gathering up the shattered pieces and rebuilding me, only to have my father sweep me out again."—Eric Weihenmayer, No Barriers: A Blind Man’s Journey to Kayak the Grand Canyon This week's guest, Erik Weihenmayer, needs no introduction beyond his incredible life story and mission, and I cannot wait for you to meet him. Erik is an adventurer, author, activist and motivational speaker, who has also become a celebrated and accomplished athlete despite losing his vision at the age of 13.  " 📝 Check out full show notes from this episode with links to resources mentioned at http://pivotmethod.com/89 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices