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Get inspired by stories of people overcoming adversity across a variety of circumstances. Here are a few of their stories. For more, pick up a copy of Mark’s new book, Thrive: When Trouble Visits.

Over the coming weeks, we will be adding stories in the following categories:

Business, Science, and Health Care

Read inspiring stories from exceptional executives, visionaries and scientists.

Military and Law Enforcement

Learn how notable Military and Law Enforcement leaders dealt with adversity.

Community, Faith, and Non-Profit

Get inspired by the way community, faith and non-profit leaders overcame hardship.

Government and Public Service

Understand how government and public service leaders showed incredible resilience to overcome trouble.

Sports, Entertainment, and Media

Read stories shared by big name sports and entertainment figures on how they dealt with difficult times.