Hey, Bob here!
Today, I want to introduce you to someone whose story really hit me.
Meet Marco Pasqua—an incredible guy who has spent his entire life embracing discomfort and turning it into strength.
His journey is a powerful reminder of what it means to Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable.
Marco was born with cerebral palsy, which affects his legs and right arm, and his early life was a series of surgeries.
He had 13 surgeries before he even hit his teenage years.
While most kids his age were playing outside, Marco was navigating hospital hallways.
Learning to live with the discomfort most of us can only imagine.
But here’s the thing: Marco didn’t let those tough beginnings stop him.
Instead, he used them to find his true gift—connecting with people.
Being in hospitals so much, he started to notice how people communicate.
He figured out early on that the key to thriving in uncomfortable situations was to use his voice.
And boy, did he use it.
He developed a talent for turning tough situations into opportunities to connect and lift others.
Fast forward to adulthood, and Marco was on a mission to make a difference.
He started his own business, became an inspirational speaker, and then he took things to the next level—literally.
Marco decided to rappel down the side of a 20-story building to raise money for kids with disabilities.
Oh, and he did it in his wheelchair.
Did I mention he’s afraid of heights?
Imagine standing at the top of a skyscraper, strapped to a chair, with the ground 20 stories below.
That’s a level of discomfort most of us can’t even fathom.
But Marco didn’t just conquer his fear.
He used it as fuel to send kids to summer camps that had shaped his own childhood.
He raised thousands of dollars, giving those kids the same opportunities he had.
Over the years, his leaps of faith helped raise even more.
His fear didn’t hold him back—it became part of the reason those kids got to experience the magic of camp.
But Marco’s courage didn’t stop at skyscrapers.
Becoming a dad was one of Marco’s biggest challenges.
He worried that his daughter, Stella, would see him differently because of his disability.
But to her, he’s simply Dad—and that’s his greatest joy.
Marco’s life has been a series of challenges, and each one has taught him to lean into discomfort.
From facing his fear of heights to raising a family, he’s shown that when you push through the uncomfortable moments, that’s where the growth happens.
So, what can we learn from Marco’s story?
1. Fear is an Invitation to Grow
Marco’s terrified of heights, but that didn’t stop him from rappelling down a 20-story building.
When fear shows up, it’s your chance to rise above it.
2. Your Strength is in Your Connection
Marco’s real power isn’t just overcoming his physical limitations.
It’s his ability to connect with others and inspire them with his words and his heart.
3. Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable
Marco’s entire life has been a lesson in embracing discomfort.
He didn’t shy away from his challenges—he faced them head-on, and that’s what makes him stronger.
Marco’s story is a beautiful reminder that the real magic happens outside of our comfort zones.
It’s where we grow, where we push ourselves, and where we discover just how much we’re capable of.
So here’s the question: What fear are you ready to face?
Until next time,
Bob
