It's not easy, but its okay!!

?? The Amit Ghose Newsletter

Dear Readers,

Welcome to the inaugural edition of my weekly newsletter!

I'm Amit Ghose, and through these newsletters, I aim to share my real-life experiences and insights on navigating life's challenges. For those unfamiliar with me, I was born with Neurofibromatosis type 1, a rare genetic condition causing tumors to develop on nerves. This condition visibly impacted my appearance, particularly on my face.

Growing up wasn't easy, especially during my school years. Many classmates shied away from me due to fear, curiosity, or peer pressure. Despite facing isolation and grappling with emotions like depression and anxiety from a young age, I discovered resilience through unexpected avenues. Cricket, in particular, became a transformative outlet, shifting perceptions from "the guy with the funny face" to "the guy who plays cricket."

Transitioning to secondary school marked a significant surgical intervention, resulting in the removal of my left eye and enduring mockery from peers. Yet, with unwavering support from my father, I persevered. His encouragement instilled a sense of bravery that carried me through subsequent educational and professional pursuits, eventually landing me in sales and business development roles where creativity and unconventional thinking thrived.

Navigating the realm of relationships posed its own set of challenges, with many failing to see beyond appearances. However, in 2021, I found my life partner, whose acceptance and wisdom reshaped my perspective on self-acceptance.

Inspired by her encouragement, I ventured into content creation, initially hesitant about platforms like TikTok. But as fate would have it, my first video sharing my neurofibromatosis journey went viral, sparking a growing community of followers.

A pivotal moment came when I was invited to speak at a primary school, where a student bravely shared her own experience of visual impairment, finding solace in my story. This profound connection affirmed my calling to inspire others through public speaking—a path I've since embraced wholeheartedly.

Now, as a keynote speaker, I aspire to ignite positive societal change by sharing tales of resilience and triumph. Through this newsletter, I'll keep you updated on my journey, along with confidence-boosting tips and news updates.

If you're interested in booking me for a speaking engagement or simply want to connect, don't hesitate to reach out. Let's embark on this journey together!

Thank you for joining me on this adventure.

Warm regards,

Amit Ghose

Special thanks to Dr. Anthony Giannoumis Anthony Giannoumis for his encouragement in launching this newsletter.