Sometimes on life’s journey there are changes you have no control over. Sometimes you choose to make that change and turn your life around. Whatever these changes that are part of your journey, we see them as opportunities for us to be there with and for you – be it in helping to treat a life-threatening condition, motivating you to run that extra mile, guiding you when you have to make important decisions following the unexpected or even just encouraging a healthier and happier you. Here are some personal stories from Discovery clients; of changes in their journey and how their courage, perseverance and the support they received from Discovery has impacted their life.
Tell us about your journey
My journey, my life is a series of narratives from ordinary people who were at a crossroads in their journey. These stories show how, with Discovery by their side, they’ve gone through a diverse range of experiences, and how they’ve faced life’s ebb and flow and continued on their journey, their life. If you would like to share your journey, or that of someone you know, please email us at My_Story@discovery.co.za.
Student inspires his peers to improve their lives through living his best life
Charl-Stephan Nienaber wasn’t always the healthy, fit young man he is today. Only a few short years ago he was overweight and unhealthy; until one day he made the decision to improve his life and change his habits for the better. This is the story of how Charl-Stephan went from unhealthy child to aspiring triathlete inspiring his university peers.
Living healthy and inspiring others
At 33, after struggling with her weight and watching her parents suffer from five chronic conditions between them as she was growing up, Sameshni decided to commit to change. This is her story.
“I was never going to give up; even if it meant trying 10 times.”
Yvonne decided to take control back over her life when she started running. After years of hard work and training, she’s finally a Comrades medal winner and soon to be an IronMan. This is how she got there.
Fighter mom, fighter babies
Wilene Collins is a mom like any other, with three happy kids who keep her on her toes. But her journey to parenthood was not easy. “All my children were born early, but all three are perfectly healthy today,” says Wilene with a warm smile.
From road rage to best driver
Good incentives coupled with smart technology can change people’s lives. George Honiball knows this from first hand experience. With a little help, George improved his driving behaviours and changed his life for the better. Today, he’s a better driver and his road rage has all but vanished.
Going the extra mile lightens a bereavement
Discovery Insure’s speedy reaction to Bradley’s ImpactAlert meant that he could attend his nephew’s funeral despite having a car accident on the way.
Beating a brain tumour
When Juliet was diagnosed with a brain tumour, her finances were taken care of with Discovery Life.
"Discovery Insure kept my family safe that night"
What was supposed to be an easy trip home from their holiday, turned into a worst-case scenario for Louis de Bruin and his family. His car broke down after only half an hour of driving. Luckily, Discovery Insure knew about it immediately!