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What happens when you spend much of your life believing that something about you needs to be fixed?

For Sanjay Patel, that was a reality he wrestled with for years.

Born with a physical disability, Sanjay grew up facing physical limitations while also dealing with the emotional weight of feeling different. Being sheltered by his family came from a place of love and protection, but it also left him struggling with independence, confidence, and the belief that he could live life on his own terms.

A conversation with his doctor at 21 became one of the first major turning points in his life when he was told that he didn't need to be “fixed”—he could simply live his life.

Years later, becoming a father changed his perspective even more.

In this episode of Hear 4 You, Sanjay opens up about his childhood, his disability, his relationship with his parents, the friendships that carried him through difficult periods, becoming a father, and the process of finally learning to believe in himself.

We also talk about his podcast Motivation Station, which grew from his desire to meet people, understand what motivates them, and create genuine conversations about life.

Sanjay shares what he's learned about recognizing one-sided relationships, surrounding yourself with people who truly care, pursuing your dreams even when you feel behind, and understanding that your circumstances don't have to define who you become.

Most importantly, Sanjay leaves listeners with a powerful message:

Believe in yourself. Find the right people. And with the right people beside you, you can become unstoppable.

This is a conversation about disability—but it's also about something much bigger: learning to accept yourself, finding your people, and finally giving yourself permission to chase the life you want.

Find Sanjay and Rose's podcast here - Moteavation Station