Why They Beat the Odds

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WHY THEY BEAT THE ODDS

march 1, 2007

Resilient Spirits

He grew up with an abusive father in poverty. Now, this Harvard grad is making his dreams come true in the NFL.

Survival Story

Chef Jeff Henderson was once known for his cocaine, not his cooking. How he went from the streets to the stove.

Love Lost

When she lost her husband and her son in a plane crash, she didn't want to go on. What gave her the strength to sur...

Deciding to Live

For 20 years, Rhonda blamed herself for her parents' deaths. Now, she's helping others let go of their painful past...

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