Amy Purdy Quotes

I’m not trying to be an inspiration, but I’m flattered to be considered one.

I didn’t think about money or cars or anything like that.

We all have challenges. You can let them be obstacles or roadblocks, or you can use them.

I don’t want to see myself as this sad, disabled girl. I know that. I don’t want other people to see me as that, either.

I guess I’m always up for a challenge.

If we can see past preconceived limitations, then the possibilities are endless.

I love the smell of rain, and I love the sound of the ocean waves.

You don’t always have to have the most amazing story. It’s learning to share the story you have that counts.

We all have things that limit us and that challenge us. But really, our real limitations are the ones we believe.

You can’t even imagine the feeling you get when someone tells you that you are about to lose your legs.

As for how do I respond to those who want to throw stones, well, I don’t.

I want to live a fulfilling life.

I always felt really lucky that I only lost my legs, because it could’ve been so much worse.

For me, a bad day is when I have nothing going on.

I’ve learned that borders are where the actual ends, but also where the imagination and the story begins.

As humans, we need to reach out for support.

If you want something bad enough and you work hard enough, anything’s possible.