What's Within You Is Stronger Than What's In Your Way No one believes this more than  David Shurna and Tom Lillig , co-founders of No Barriers USA. In 2003, they launched this award-winning nonprofit with the mission to help people reach their fullest potential, no matter the obstacles they face. Now, in  What's Within You , they use the proven No Barriers framework to teach you step-by-step how to break through your own challenges and live a driven, purposeful life. This narrative guide will introduce you to world-famous barrier breakers like fellow co-founder Erik Weihenmayer, the first blind person to summit Mt. Everest, and Mandy Harvey, the deaf jazz vocalist whose America's Got Talent performances captured the hearts of half a billion people. Despite the barriers--both big and small--that each of us face, we can learn how to push past them, reconnect with our purpose, and unleash the best in ourselves and others. "This is an incredibly inspiring book; stories of people who refused to give up their dreams despite the daunting obstacles in their way. Each one illustrates "the indomitable human spirit" which I always cite as one of my most profound reasons for hope for humanity's future. And when you have read it, and been moved and uplifted, you will realize that you too have some of that indomitable spirit and that you too can overcome the barriers that loom ahead in your life." -- Dr Jane Goodall , PhD, DBE,Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute & UN Messenger of Peace "How we respond to challenges is the biggest part of life. This book coaches us to tackle our barriers head on and reminds us that what's within us is stronger than what's in our way." -- Lou Holtz , College Football Hall of Fame Coach, Speaker, Author, Analyst, National Champion Head Coach at the University of Notre Dame "We've been fortunate to get to know the No Barriers organization and the many strong and resilient people in the community. Through its inspirational stories and how-to-instruction, this book guides us how to harness our adversity and unleash the full potential of the human spirit." -- Bob and Lee Woodruff , Peabody and Emmy-award winning ABC News correspondent, authors, speakers, founders of the Bob Woodruff Foundation. "For years, I've seen these No Barriers principles change lives - from veterans to kids to corporate leaders. If you're ready to embrace your quest for purpose no matter what is in your way then this book is for you!" -- Jamie Moldafsky , Chief Marketing Officer - Wells Fargo Bank "There are a few moments in my life I will never forget, and my first introduction to No Barriers is definitely one of them. I was at my first No Barrier Summit. I was surrounded by people who were blind, deaf, missing limbs, every sort of classic "disability" you could imagine. Now imagine getting my ass and ego handed to me throughout the weekend while these same people outdid me in every competition and challenge we were presented. I quickly learned - and will never forget - that "what is within you is stronger than what is in your way. I preach and believe that nothing is impossible. The people of No Barriers and the lessons of this book, demonstrate what it means to truly overcome your own impossible and live a life with No Barriers." -- Mick Ebeling , Founder of Not Impossible Labs "This book is a brave and bold statement from some of the most incredible people you will ever read about. Their stories of life, adventure and triumph over adversity will touch your heart and inspire you to look at the world in a different way." -- Casey Harris , X Ambassadors As the board president of No Barriers USA,  Tom Lillig  has helped oversee its growth as a leading organization for unleashing human potential. A gifted storyteller who connects at the heart level, Tom has crafted groundbreaking campaigns for numerous global companies and organizations. Tom runs the Chicago office of Stone Ward, a creative agency dedicated to building good. He lives in the Chicago area with his wife, Cindy, and their three children, Coleman, Valentino, and Matia. David Shurna  has been the executive director, co-founder, visionary, and chief growth architect of No Barriers USA for the past decade. Building both organizational and corporate partnerships, Dave has guided No Barriers to historic levels of both impact and revenue. An innovative entrepreneur and seasoned educator, Dave has spent more than twenty years in the nonprofit sector. He lives in Colorado with his wife Gina, and their two children, Clara and James.