Chapter 5: The World of Limitless Possibilities (The World of Limitless Possi…)

People assumed that a woman paralysed waist down could not be an athlete. By winning a Paralympic silver, an Asian Games medal and national honours, she proved that physical limitations do not define potential and changed attitudes towards disability.

People assumed that a woman paralysed waist down could not be an athlete.

Young people will grow up free of prejudice, include persons with disabilities as friends, colleagues and teammates, demand accessible schools and public spaces, and some may become para-athletes, coaches or advocates. Over time society becomes more inclusive.

She chose to "transform" her life "to a world of limitless possibilities" instead of living in remorse. Her silver medal, many "firsts", awards and advocacy show that she did exactly that. The title reflects her optimistic attitude and her belief in "ability beyond disability".

She chose to "transform" her life "to a world of limitless possibilities" instead of living in remorse.

Yes. Failing an exam, losing a job or facing illness can either defeat us or push us to work harder, learn and grow. Treating setbacks as tests of strength builds resilience in students, workers and everyone else.

Yes. Failing an exam, losing a job or facing illness can either defeat us or push us to work harder, learn and grow.

Women, and especially women with disabilities, have long been under-represented in sport. Her recognition by the IPC as one of the 10 most inspirational women para-athletes shows that women can lead at the highest level, inspires girls to take up sport, and pushes for equal opportunities, coaching and funding.

Women, and especially women with disabilities, have long been under-represented in sport.

It asks athletes to focus on what they can do, not on what they cannot; to train their strengths; to ignore stereotypes; and to see their disability as part of a unique strength. This mindset builds confidence and leads to success.

It asks athletes to focus on what they can do, not on what they cannot; to train their strengths; to ignore stereotypes; and to see their disability as part of a unique strength.

I have learnt that attitude matters more than circumstances, that support systems help, and that every setback can be a stepping stone. I will not give up after failures, will seek help from family and teachers, and will treat classmates with disabilities with respect and include them.

I have learnt that attitude matters more than circumstances, that support systems help, and that every setback can be a stepping stone.

Dr Malik: 1. "said" added 2. "that" added 3. I → she 4. love → loved 5. had been → had been (no change) 6. decided → had decided. Interviewer (2): 1. "said" added 2. "that" added 3. your → her 4. is → was. Dr Malik says: 1. reporting verb in the present ("says") 2. "that" added 3. I → she 4. believe → believes (no backshift, as the reporting verb is present).

Dr Malik: 1. "said" added 2.

1. had watched a documentary on the para equestrian event on television the previous night

2. it did and that it had been so interesting to watch

3. they also had to find and develop their own style of communication with their horse

4. he would watch that documentary the following weekend.

1. had watched a documentary on the para equestrian event on television the previous night 2.