Be Invincible

Book excerpt: In 2006, Vince Papale shot to international stardom as the subject of the Disney hit movie Invincible, which told the story of his rise from teacher and bartender to 30-year-old Philadelphia Eagles rookie and eventual special teams captain. But his unprecedented rise wasn't just a fluke event or lucky break. Far from it. & ;& ;Papale, a Philadelphia legend who's often called "the real life Rocky," knows a few things about how to reach your true potential in the face of internal or external challenges. He made it to the NFL against all odds, then succeeded against all odds. And life's challenges didn't end there. But through it all, he always emerged on top, with determination, passion, and most importantly, a plan. It's why he's a sought-after motivational speaker all over the world and an inspiration to adults and children alike. Now, he and his wife, Janet Cantwell Papale, a former world class gymnast whose own background uniquely mirrors his, are unveiling the secrets to their success. & ;& ;Being Invincible: A Playbook for Winning No Matter What Life Throws at You is a must-have guide to achieving excellence and reaching your potential, regardless of the challenges happening around yoube they financial, health-related, relationship-oriented, or any other roadblock that stops most people in their tracks. When you have the tools and techniques to be invincible, none of that matters.& ;