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Mission: H.O.P.E. – Disability Is No Deterrent

I am a firm believer that just about everyone has the ability to earn enough to meet everyday needs and achieve their goals if they are determined enough to do it. After counselling hundreds of people, I have found that the key component that influences the level of their financial success is their mindset.

I was forced to reflect on my conviction while making a donation to a visually impaired couple who were begging in New Kingston. Despite my view that all persons had the potential to earn their way in life, did the physical and societal challenges faced by these blind persons allow them the same opportunities to excel as able-bodied people?

Is disability a deterrent to financial success? Continue reading Mission: H.O.P.E. – Disability Is No Deterrent