Do you stop to think about the power of your choices in life? 

Her name is Ljiljana Ljubisic, however, she simply goes by the name Lilo. Lilo is a five time Paralympic Athlete and World Class discus and shot put thrower who has recorded 19 international podium finishes including a gold medal at the Summer Paralympics Games, Barcelona 1992.

Lilo has parlayed nearly two decades of competing in Paralympic Sport into a commitment to sport for athletes with a disability. She has even received the United States Sports Academy’s “Juan Antonio Samaranch IOC Disabled Athlete Award” for her outstanding achievements in sport and her commitment to helping others to overcome challenges.

Lilo was blinded because of the wrong treatment given to her as a child but despite that she never grew up bitter – she grew up better. She is a deeply spiritual person and she believes that nothing happens by accident. Her amazing positive attitude is an inspiration to everyone who knows her. She speaks to large crowds around the world and shares the message that what some people see as roadblocks can actually be building blocks to a great life.

I had a short interview with her just before the start of the Paralympics held in Vancouver. She is quite a Lady. She spoke about the power of choices we all have to make.

We were not born as winners or losers, we were born as choosers.

Do you ever stop to think about the power of your choices in life? Share your thoughts and experiences with us. So What Do You Think?