Paralympian Deepa Malik Shares Tips For Success
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We salute Indian athlete Deepa Malik for clinching a silver medal for shot put at Rio de Janeiro this year, becoming the first Indian woman to win a medal at the Paralympics.
“I want to use this medal to support women with disabilities in India.”
On Friday, the UN in India had organized a social media chat #AskDeepaMalik with the Paralympian where she was seen responding to a mixed bag of questions from people and advising how to deal with failure, to accept the real you and to encourage others.
Also Read: A Biker, Swimmer and now a Silver Medalist at Rio Paralympics: This is Deepa Malik’s story
In reply to a question whether rural girls have the opportunity in sports:
.@MSJE_AIC @UNinIndia
Girls, follow your heart and dare to dream. No goal is too far if pursues with dedication #AskDeepaMalik— Deepa Malik (@DeepaAthlete) December 2, 2016
On being a role model for millions:
.@preetlovey008 @UNinIndia As a role model, I feel blessed to be the medium of change and spread positivity #AskDeepaMalik
— Deepa Malik (@DeepaAthlete) December 2, 2016
On how India can change the perception of disability:
Accessible Infrastructure can change the perception of disability #AskDeepaMalik
— Deepa Malik (@DeepaAthlete) December 2, 2016
.@JungleeAtma @UNinIndia people look at you the way you look at yourself. Your self belief can change people's opinions #AskDeepaMalik
— Deepa Malik (@DeepaAthlete) December 2, 2016
On the Government’s part:
.@COOL8769 @UNinIndia Govt policy is good. We need to work on extensive implementation. We need every citizen to take part #AskDeepaMalik
— Deepa Malik (@DeepaAthlete) December 2, 2016
The never-give up attitude:
.@Reynulive @UNinIndia I've always found ways to rejuvenate my soul & always bounce ahead. I never bounce backward #AskDeepaMalik
— Deepa Malik (@DeepaAthlete) December 2, 2016
Her challenges:
.@RadhikaKaul @UNinIndia Looking for acceptance in commercial endorsement world. Breaking stereotypes today #AskDeepaMalik
— Deepa Malik (@DeepaAthlete) December 2, 2016
A big salute to Deepa’s efforts and never-say-die spirit!
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