XERXES WHITNEY EMBRACE CHALLENGES TO EXPERIENCE YOUR GREATNESS
MEET XERXES POET
TEACHER
COACH
ATHLETE
SPEAKER
Xerxes Whitney is driven to empower others to take control of their attitude and effort, embrace their challenges, and get the most out of their life Despite being born with cerebral palsy, Xerxes has conquered countless challenges as a tennis coach and player, teacher, marathon runner, poet, and motivational speaker. All the while sharing his message of gratitude, self-reflection, and ambition with those around him.
“Being ourselves is our greatest gift�
POET
Xerxes has self-published two books of poetry, ‘What’s Your Name?’ in 1999 and ‘Busting Through, Exploring My Truth’ in 2007. The two inspiring pieces cover his journey of taking ownership of his circumstances and turning apparent weaknesses into great strengths. Xerxes recites his work to a wide range of audiences to inspire the creation of habits of self-love and gratitude.
TEACHER & COACH
For over 17 years Xerxes has taught 6th grade physical education at Windsor Middle School in California where he has won both Teacher of the Year and Windsor Rotary Teacher of the Year awards. Xerxes has personally started and coached the boys and girls tennis team at Windsor and has led both to county and league championships. He has also been honored with a Sonoma League Coach of the Year Award.
ATHLETE One would not expect a man with cerebral palsy, who couldn’t walk until the age of 3 to be an athlete – but Xerxes has never been one to accept limitations. Since achieving four second place finishes in NCAA Division 111 tennis during his time as a player on the UC Santa Cruz tennis team, Xerxes has run 6 marathons and become an avid mountain climber and runner. His race experience has allowed him to not only discover new personal limits, but also raise funds to install a rock climbing wall at Windsor Middle School in 2003.
SPEAKER Drawing from his wealth of experiences and personal triumphs, Xerxes has passionately shared his message and inspired audiences for over 14 years. From college graduations to Tedx events and excited student classes to his Love Your Body More workshops, Xerxes has empowered audiences with a powerful lesson…
EMBRACE CHALLENGES TO EXPERIENCE YOUR GREATNESS
HOW CAN WE ALL EXPERIENCE GREATNESS?
EXPERIENCE GREATNESS
EMBRACE CHALLENGES
DISCOVER WITHIN
GRATITUDE BREEDS HAPPINESS
TURN WEAKNESS TO STRENGTH
Xerxes’ unique message is intended to help audiences find their greatness and transform weaknesses into strengths – regardless of their circumstances. In both his daily life and his speeches, Xerxes has built a detailed framework from his truly impactful personal story to empower others to take control of their attitude and their effort
EXPERIENCE GREATNESS
EMBRACE CHALLENGES
DISCOVER WITHIN
GRATITUDE BREEDS HAPPINESS
TURN WEAKNESS TO STRENGTH
Xerxes has never let his cerebral palsy hold him back, even when it made it difficult to say his own name. Instead of letting the challenges of his circumstances put him down, he used them to build the unforgettably positive attitude he has today. When we embrace our challenges, the positivity and personality that make us shine come to center stage. Xerxes message enables audiences to feel confidence in who they are, become more open to others and new opportunities, and find the inspiration to tackle new challenges
EXPERIENCE GREATNESS
EMBRACE CHALLENGES
DISCOVER WITHIN
GRATITUDE BREEDS HAPPINESS
TURN WEAKNESS TO STRENGTH
After years of trying to compare to others’ standards and follow their paths to success, Xerxes came to the powerful realization that happiness, success, and growth are under nobody’s control but our own. True greatness comes from finding our potential within, rather than trying to measure up to somebody else’s. Xerxes’ speaking engagements and intimate workshops help put people in touch with their body, mind, and spirit to discover new ways of reaching their limits.
EXPERIENCE GREATNESS
EMBRACE CHALLENGES
DISCOVER WITHIN
GRATITUDE BREEDS HAPPINESS
TURN WEAKNESS TO STRENGTH
Since discovering its power to fulfill and excite, Xerxes has built a wealth of gratitude and appreciation for everyday. On his mission to empower others, Xerxes asks his social and personal networks a simple daily question – “What are you grateful for?” Xerxes uses this question and his own experience to inspire audiences to take a step back from their own circumstances, say thank you for what they have, and invite in an entire world of goodness. Gratitude is the key to unlocking more meaningful relationships, more inspired personal energy, and a more fulfilling life.
EXPERIENCE GREATNESS
EMBRACE CHALLENGES
DISCOVER WITHIN
GRATITUDE BREEDS GOODNESS
TURN WEAKNESS TO STRENGTH
Over his 17+ years as a coach and teacher, Xerxes has learned what it takes to ignite his student’s ambitions. From a standard physical education class to a championship winning tennis team, the message remains the same: Success comes from two places, attitude and effort. Greatness comes from taking control of both. Xerxes brings forth his powerfully positive attitude to teach both students and audiences how to find success in taking control of the things they can and relief in letting go of the things they can’t.
TAKING ACTION
TAKING ACTION MOTIVATE EMPLOYEES INSPIRE STUDENTS EXPERIENCE GREATNESS THE XERXES EXPERIENCE
LOVE YOUR BODY MORE
Over 50 audiences, ranging from massive business conferences and state universities to local schools and small businesses, have been impacted by his speeches. His detailed framework and powerful story gives audience the tools and inspiration to enact positive change in their own lives.
Powered by a mix of meditation, yoga, poetry, and exercise these workshops put gratitude and self-love at the forefront of participants minds leave them feeling reinvigorated for weeks following.
Don’t miss the opportunity to bring a new level of confidence and creativity to your employees, students, or team.
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