I was reading a recent issue of Success Magazine and came across an interesting story about a blind mountain climber and what he has experienced to overcome what, for most, is a disability.

The story reminded me of my friend, Stephen Hopson, who, although profoundly deaf, is a professional motivational speaker to hearing audiences.  Read that again!  Here’s a guy, deaf — can’t hear even the loudest of sounds — who speaks to hearing audiences.  All the time.  And, gets them all pumped up.  Shivers me timbers every time I think about what Stephen is doing.

So, I thought I’d dash off a note to Darren Hardy, the Success Publisher.  I don’t know Darren, but perhaps you do?  Or, perhaps you know someone who might?

If that’s the case, might you share Stephen’s journey with them?

Here’s my letter to Darren:

Hello Darren Hardy: Simply LOVE the new publication, sir.The audio component alone is worth far more than the price of admission.

I look forward to subscribing for years to come.

Suggestion?  I know someone who you guys really ought to do a story about.  His name is Stephen Hopson and he has overcome a serious bit of diversity (he’s profoundly deaf) to become an amazing motivational speaker to hearing audiences. In his spare time, he became the world’s first deaf instrument-rated pilot.Neat guy. You can likely learn more about him here:  http://www.adversityuniversityblog.com/ Over and out, and keep the good stuff a flowin’, Michael

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