🌟 Meet A Quan: the fearless cobbler who’s literally walking on his hands!
At just 6 years old, A Quan from south China’s Guangdong Province lost his legs in a road accident. Yet, his spirit stayed unbroken. Drawing inspiration from Helen Keller’s "Three Days to See," he learned that every sense is a superpower. 🤟
Today, A Quan runs his street-side stall crafting shoes—walking on his hands to get around—and shares his life in upbeat vlogs. Fans tune in for his DIY cobbling tips, daily routines, and words of encouragement: “Make the most of every sense you have, each one is a gift.”
This fall, A Quan dropped a casual wish in his latest video—he dreamed of speaking at Harvard. The internet exploded, and soon Xu Liang, president of the Harvard Alumni Association in Beijing, reached out with an invite. 🎓
In early December 2025, A Quan stepped onto the Harvard alumni stage, delivering a heartfelt talk about resilience, creativity, and the power of positivity. His core message? “What keeps us moving isn’t our legs—it’s the love for life in our hearts.” ❤️
A Quan’s journey from a humble street stall to the Harvard podium shows us that with passion and purpose, even the wildest dreams can come true. Keep hustling, stay inspired, and remember: life is what you make of it! ✨
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A cobbler's journey: From street stall to Harvard alumni talk
cgtn.com
