Biography of Nick Vujicic

Childhood & Early Life

·   Nicholas James Vujicic the eldest son of Dushka and Boris was born in Melbourne, Australia, on December 4, 1982. The infant, though healthy in all other aspects, was born with autosomal recessive tetra-amelia, a rare condition where the child has no limbs at all, except feet with just two toes.

·    Initially, it was quite difficult for the child and his family to cope up with the troubles that accompany the absence of hands and legs. He wasn't even allowed to study in a normal school, even though there was nothing wrong with his IQ.

·    He gradually learnt to use his feet to write, type, play, and shave. He pursued his secondary education from the 'Runcorn State High School', Queensland, Australia, where he was also the head boy. He was also on the student council that carried out humanitarian work.

Career

·    When Nick, as he is known, turned seventeen, he started delivering speeches in his church group. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Commerce, specializing in financial planning and accountancy, from the 'Griffith University' in Queensland.

·    As a speaker, he mainly addresses school children, young adults, and working professionals. He has also spoken at various churches, all across the globe, because he believes that Christ loves him as He loves all his children.

·    In his career, Nick has travelled to more than sixty countries around the world, and has touched the lives of millions of people. In 2005, he established an NGO named 'Life Without Limbs', which has its headquarters in Agoura Hills, California.

·    In the same year, Vujicic released the DVD of a documentary movie, titled 'Life's Greater Purpose'. The film talks about the motivational speaker's childhood, how he learned to use whatever was there of his limbs, and his married life.

·    In March 2008, Nick appeared in the '20/20' television series aired in the United States, for an interview, taken by presenter Bob Cummings.

·    In 2009, Vujicic featured in a short film titled 'The Butterfly Circus', directed by Joshua Weigel. It also starred Mexican actor, Eduardo Verástegui, and American Doug Jones.

·    The movie won a lot of accolades, including the first prize awarded by the 'Doorpost Film Project', and the 'Best Short Film' at the 'Method Fest Independent Film Festival', as well as the 'The Feel Good Film Festival'.

·    In 2010, Nick wrote a book, 'Life Without Limits: Inspiration for a Ridiculously Good Life', under the banner of publishing company, 'Random House'. He also released a DVD titled 'Biography of a Determined Man of Faith'.

·    Vujicic gave a heart-rending speech in Switzerland, at the 'World Economic Forum', for their Annual Meeting's special session, 'Inspired for a Lifetime', in 2011.

Major Works

·    Nick is an evangelist who is known for his organization, ‘Life Without Limbs’, that hosts events and presents talks on courage and faith in God to overcome any adversity faced in life.

Awards & Achievements

·    In 1990, Vujicic's determination and courage impressed the world, and he was felicitated with the 'Australian Young Citizen Award'.

·    He was one of the contenders for the 'Young Australian of the Year Award' in the year 2005.

·    In 2010, he won the 'Best Actor in Short Film' award at the 'Method Fest Independent Film Festival' for his performance in the role of Will, from the movie 'The Butterfly Circus'.

Personal Life & Legacy

·    In 2012, Vujicic got married to the love of his life, Kanae Miyahara, and the couple have been blessed with a son, Kiyoshi James.

Net Worth

·    Nick, who runs an NGO, ‘Life Without Limbs’, aimed at helping people overcome challenges in their lives, has an estimated net worth of 500,000 dollars.

  

Most Inspirational Quotes :

1. “This life is full of great experiences if we only give it a shot.”

2. “… God gave you just one mouth but He gave you two ears, so you should listen twice as much as you speak”

3. “Have you ever felt trapped in circumstances, then discovered that the only trap was your own lack of vision, lack of courage, or failure to see that you had better options?”

4. “Life is not about having, it’s about being. You can surround yourself with all that money can buy, and you’d still be as miserable as a human can be. I know people with perfect bodies who don’t have half the happiness I’ve found.”

5. “I will try one hundred times to get up and if I fail one hundred times… If I fail and I give up, will I ever get up? No! If I fail, I’ll try again and again. But I want to tell you, it’s not the end.”

6. “The greatest rewards come when you give up yourself. It’s about bettering the lives of others, being part of something bigger than yourself, and making a positive difference.”

7. “Take small steps in the right direction. No matter how small your steps, keep moving forward towards your goal.”

8. “Don’t give up. And know that there is always someone out there who believes in you and who loves you just the way that you are.”

9. “I have the choice to be angry at God for what I don’t have, or be thankful for what I do have.”

10. “If you can’t get a miracle, become one.”1

11. “I don’t care if you are a good mathematician, or a good athletic, or not good at anything. That you think. But I am gonna come and tell you that you are awesome the way you are.”

12. “I encourage you to accept that you may not be able to see a path right now, but that doesn’t mean it’s not there.”

13. “Dream big, my friend, and never give up. We all make mistakes, but none of us are mistakes. Take one day at a time. Embrace the positive attitudes, perspectives, principles and truths I share, and you, too, will overcome.”

14. “To wish for change will change nothing. To make the decision to take action right now will change everything!”

15. “We may have absolutely no control over what happens to us, but we can control how we respond. If we choose the right attitude, we can rise above whatever challenges we face.”

16. “You can’t even stand without risking to fall.”

17. “Some injuries heal more quickly if you keep moving.”

18. “If I fail, I try again, and again, and again. If YOU fail, are you going to try again? The human spirit can handle much worse than we realize. It matters HOW you are going to FINISH. Are you going to finish strong?”

19. “Keep moving ahead because action creates momentum, which in turn creates unanticipated opportunities.”