By: Michael Beas – Atlas Elite Publishing
It can seem impossible to discover resilience and take advantage of chances in our ever changing world when uncertainty seems to be the only constant. Nonetheless, there are people like Dave Sanderson who have not only made it through terrifying experiences, but have also learned invaluable lessons about leading an endless existence. In addition to being a survivor of the Miracle on the Hudson flight, Dave Sanderson is an inspiration to innumerable people all around the world for his tenacity and optimism.
The honor of exploring Dave Sanderson’s insights and wisdom today is his book, “The Limitless Life.” This book, which was inspired by his experiences both during and after the Miracle on the Hudson, provides priceless insights about embracing a resilient attitude and transforming uncertainty into opportunity. Come along as we discuss the inspiration behind his book, the lessons he took away from the collision, and how his journey can give us the confidence to face life’s challenges head-on with dignity and resolve.
Let’s get started with our discussion with Dave Sanderson, as he offers his insightful advice on leading an endless life despite hardship.
What inspired you to write “The Limitless Life,” and how did your experience during the Miracle on the Hudson flight influence the creation of this book?
The Limitless Life was a part of our plan when I wrote Moments Matter. My goal was to write about the mindset and skills it takes to survive and thrive out of a traumatic experience (Moments Matter), then write about the lessons I learned from my mentors that prepared me for that fateful day (From Turmoil to Triumph) and then write a book for the 15th anniversary to share the lessons about how to create opportunity out of an uncertain situation, “The Limitless Life.”
Could you share one of the most profound lessons you learned from the crash and how it has shaped your approach to life and overcoming uncertainty?
Be less judgmental; it has helped me meet and work with people that I would have never had the opportunity to be with, which has helped me with my mission.
In “The Limitless Life,” you discuss 15 lessons for turning uncertainty into opportunity. Could you highlight one of these strategies and explain how it can be applied to everyday life?
Aviate, Navigate, and Communicate – this came to light for me when the pandemic happened. I had to aviate, keeping my personal plane up in the air to give me time to navigate and develop a game plan on how I was going to use resiliency to grow to then communicate (first with myself and then with others). This is the strategy I employed during the Miracle on the Hudson once I heard the captain’s words: “brace for impact.”
How do you believe readers can benefit from adopting the mindset of living a limitless life, especially in today’s uncertain times?
Any one of the strategies and lessons can help you stay focused on your mission. It starts with managing your mindset through the way you use your physiology, the questions you consistently ask yourself and what you focus on.
Can you describe a specific moment or experience after the Miracle on the Hudson crash that solidified your commitment to living a limitless life and inspired you to share your insights with others?
The week after the Miracle on the Hudson, I spoke for the first time, and there was an elderly lady in the audience. After I spoke, she came up to me and told me, “I don’t believe in God, and I don’t believe in Miracles, but you are physical evidence there is a God, and He does miracles. Thank you, thank you.” that was the point in time that changed my direction and inspired me to share my learnings with others and live a limitless life.
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