From Desk Job to Open Ocean: Man's Inspiring Voyage After Rare Diagnosis

Man quits job, sells all possessions, and sails around the world with his cat after rare bone disorder diagnosis. CNN's Anderson Cooper spoke with Oliver Widger, who was diagnosed with Klippel-Feil syndrome three years ago. "I had really bad neck pain for a long time, and I never went to the doctor," Widger explained. The diagnosis prompted him to pursue his lifelong dream of sailing around the world. He liquidated his 401k and sold everything in his apartment to fund his adventure. "I knew I was going to buy a boat somehow," Widger said, highlighting his determination. Widger's story exemplifies resilience and the pursuit of dreams in the face of adversity.