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TURNING ADVERSITY
INTO OPPORTUNITY
Diana (Pfeifle) Fisher, CC
Every speech I’ve given is like a token
of strength filling my spirit with self-
confidence. Toastmasters has helped me
see that having epilepsy doesn’t make me
any less of a person. It offers much more
than learning to be an excellent public
speaker, listener, evaluator, and leader. It
builds self confidence and helps me keep
a positive spirit to help others find their
voice and confidence, too. I’ve learned
the importance of “grabbing the reins” in
life because ultimately, my destiny is up
to me. Rather than associating adversity
with the negativity that acts as a damper
on dreams and goals, I now see adversity
as an opportunity for growth that delivers
strength and resolve through invaluable
perspectives.
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