Incredible Story about Owning Your Attitude | Travis Mills Motivational Speech
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In this video, SSG Travis Mills shares how he was devastated when a bomb took away all four of his limbs… until a fellow amputee changed his perspective on life. He showed Travis that with hard work and determination, he could walk again.
On April 10, 2012, United States Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne was critically injured on his third tour of duty in Afghanistan by an IED (improvised explosive device). As a result of the blast Travis suffered the loss of both arms and both legs. He is one of only five quadruple amputees from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
- One of only five quadruple amputees from the Iraq War, Travis epitomizes resilience, and redefines human capability and the remarkable power attitude has upon outcome
- Though a tragic story, be prepared to laugh, a lot – Travis is one very funny speaker
- Subject of the Netflix original movie “Travis – A Soldier’s Story” and author of the N.Y. Times Bestseller “Tough As They Come”
- Founder of the Travis Mills Foundation, dedicated to supporting recalibrated veterans and their families through various programs
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