FAQ's about Nick

How do you pronounce Nick’s last name?
Vujicic is pronounced “Vooy-cheech”.

With today’s medical advances, is there any explanation for your condition?
No, there are no medical reasons for my condition.

Did your parent’s find out you could have a potential condition prior to your birth?
No, it was not evident in the ultrasounds prior to my birth.

How did your family cope with your condition?
They grieved for several months and even questioned God about why I was born this way.

Do you have any other siblings? Do they have conditions similar to yours? How do they treat you?
Yes, I have a younger brother and a sister and both have all their limbs and are healthy. We have a great relationship and they are extremely supportive of my calling to serve the Lord by speaking all over the world.

I've heard your mother fought for you to study in mainstream schools in Australia. How did she manage to successfully do so at that time?
At the time I was to commence school, it was recommended that I go to a segregated school for the handicapped. These schools were full of crippled and mentally deficient children. My mom knew that I was a normal, bright child and would not prosper in that kind of environment. There was nothing wrong with me, other than having a few "bits & pieces missing”. My mom insisted I attend the local, mainstream school. She attended many meetings and I took many tests. The school upgraded the facility with new equipment, and also provided "aid time" so that I could attend. Once these things were in place, all went well. In fact, my integration into the mainstream was so successful, that the State Premier came to visit me at the school. hey dubbed me the "trailblazer for integration". I was among the first to be integrated successfully into a mainstream school. The time was right for society to change its mindset toward children with disabilities.

Did you face challenges such as stares or nasty remarks when you enrolled into the mainstream school?
Yes, I was bullied and teased by many classmates over the years and it was hurtful. But over time, the Lord helped me to overcome these remarks by learning what God thought about me.

We heard that you prayed fervently for God to heal you of your condition. How long ago was that? Were you disappointed when your wish to be healed did not materialize?
Yes, I was disappointed, but then God showed me through His Word, where a story is told about a man born blind. In this story, God explains that the man’s blindness was so that God’s glory might be displayed in his life. I came to realize that He could use my condition and circumstances, for His glory. That gave me a fresh perspective. I still believe that God has the ability to heal me, and from time to time, I still do pray for this. But, I am content, whether He chooses to heal me or not.

In previous interviews, we heard that you attempted suicide. Could you just share with us what your thoughts were?
I was 8 years old when these suicidal thoughts began to materialize. I was feeling like I had become a burden to my parents and I had so many questions about what my future would look like that I couldn’t resolve. I wondered what would become of me when my parents could no longer take care of me. I questioned whether I would ever marry or have children of my own? I was deeply discouraged about what kind of future I could really expect to have?

Did you ever blame God for your condition?
Yes, I struggled with it for many years. But, through Scriptures , where it talks about a hope and a future, and seeking God with all your heart, I knew that I needed to refocus my attitude toward praise concerning what I did have and to realize God did in fact have a divine plan, hope and future for my life that was good, regardless of my circumstances.

People who have seen your video are amazed at your ability to take care of your daily needs and necessities. How did you do it?
Though I have learned to do many things for myself, in recent years I have found with the busy traveling schedule that I keep, it’s simply more manageable, as well as practical to have a caregiver with me at all times. With my physical condition, I have no choice but to rely on others for many things. But I do admire those who,  maintain a positive outlook and allow the Lord to open up their hearts and minds to the possibilities  through their lives, whether they are able-bodied or not.

Presently, is there anything in your daily life that you are still striving to overcome without the help of others?
My mother always told me from the time I was a little boy that I had a fertile mind. I am always looking for better ways to accomplish even the simplest of tasks.

In retrospect, how would your life be if you were born normal? How different would your viewpoint of life be?
I try not to speculate about that. God is sovereign, and in His sovereignty, the life I now live is what has been given to me by His design. What I do with this life that has been given to me is what ultimately matters. I am humbled by the fact that my life is most likely making a bigger impact because I don’t have arms and legs than if I did.

What is your current occupation?
I am a motivational speaker and an evangelist.

Why did you start at the age of 17, going on tours to share about your experience of people around? Presently, how many countries have you visited and how many sharing sessions have you conducted?
I realized around that age, in smaller settings, like Bible studies, that people were being greatly impacted by hearing my story. Simultaneously the Lord had begun to speak to me about sharing my testimony and the hope of His gospel and victory that I had received through Him, despite my circumstances. This message is a universal one. I have visited over 25 countries and have conducted hundreds of speaking engagements.

In which year was Life Without Limbs started? Why did it begin and what is the main objective of this organization?
Life Without Limbs officially became a 501(c)3 federally approved non-profit organization in 2005. I started it because I knew that I had found my purpose, which was to be an ambassador of hope to my community and around the world.

What are some of your hobbies?
I enjoy golfing, fishing, swimming and listening to music of all varieties. Most importantly, I love spending personal time with life-long friends and family in Australia and the U.S. whenever I have the opportunity.

When did you move from Australia to the United States? Why did you make such a move?
I moved to the United States of America in 2007 because I had many, many invitations to speak around the country and I felt that God wanted me there.

( Courtesy: http://www.lifewithoutlimbs.org/ )