How to triumph over adversity and chronic illness

03/20/24 • 58 min

Insights from Gail Muller - adventurer, best-selling author, speaker and life coach - on overcoming adversity, finding the right paths, and celebrating the triumphs that define us.

Told as a teenager that she'd likely be in a wheelchair by aged 40 due to musculoskeletal issues, Gail has lived with chronic pain for most of her life. She speaks to Gee about her unique and inspiring journey, the challenges she's faced, and the lessons she's learnt along the way.

The Switch is hosted by the St. James's Place Financial Adviser Academy, the UK's largest financial adviser training programme.

Connect with Gail: Gail Muller: Adventurer, Author, Speaker & Life Coach

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thegailmuller/

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Insights from Gail Muller - adventurer, best-selling author, speaker and life coach - on overcoming adversity, finding the right paths, and celebrating the triumphs that define us.

The Switch is hosted by the St. James's Place Financial Adviser Academy, the UK's largest financial adviser training programme.

Connect with Gail: Gail Muller: Adventurer, Author, Speaker & Life Coach

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thegailmuller/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegailmuller/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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