The Adaptable Octopus

Welcome to another episode of The Adaptable Octopus! I'm your host, Blair Riggs, and today, I’m diving into a powerful story of resilience and adaptability that has inspired me. This isn’t my story, but it’s one I’ve interpreted in a way that highlights the incredible adaptability of a man named Paul. After surviving a shipwreck on his way to Rome, he finds himself stranded on the island of Ma...

The Adaptable Octopus - Episode 5: Ashes to Adaptation Welcome to The Adaptable Octopus, where we explore stories of change, resilience, and the power to adapt. In this episode, host Blair Riggs takes us through a life-changing moment—an unexpected house fire that reshaped his family's world. From the chaos of the flames to the quiet moments of rebuilding, Blair reflects on the strength of fam...

The Adaptable Octopus - Episode 4: "Octopus in Middle School: A Goat Story" "Octopus in Middle School: A Goat Story" The brief connection Blair had with her mom, working at school, and how it highlighted the ups and downs of their relationship.  How Blair's middle school years ultimately taught her about resilience and the importance of adaptability. Key Takeaways: Sometimes, things seem to improv...

The Adaptable Octopus Podcast - Episode 3: “Octopus on a mission:Tackling Life’s Curveballs” Host: Blair Riggs In this heartfelt and candid episode, Blair Riggs shares her journey living with cerebral palsy and the lessons she's learned along the way. From a childhood of emotional distance to finding her strength in the most unexpected places, Blair opens up about the challenges and triumphs that...

The Adaptable Octopus Podcast – Episode 2: The Birth of Resilience Episode Recap:In Episode 2, Blair Riggs opens up about her chaotic birth story—spoiler alert: it wasn’t exactly a Hallmark moment. Think a tipsy doctor, a rushed trip to the NICU, and a baby who wasn’t exactly given the VIP treatment. But, in true octopus fashion, Blair adapts and shares how she overcame the odds. From busting myth...

Welcome to The Adaptable Octopus , hosted by Blair Riggs. In this first episode, Blair shares her story of living with cerebral palsy (CP). She opens up about the challenges she’s faced and how she’s learned to adapt and embrace her unique path in life. Blair talks about why she started this podcast. She explains that although 1 million people in the U.S. have hemiplegia cerebral palsy, she doesn’...