Excuse My Language, But…

In this episode, Independence Doesn't Mean You're Independent, we dive into the concept of independence and what it truly means to be self-sufficient with a spinal cord injury. Are we ever really independent, or is there always a web of support that we rely on without even realizing it? We explore the layers of self-reliance, and how increasing independence builds your strength to fight paralysis. 10:46 - Independence after paralysis 14:50 - Freedom with Foundation 20:13 - Control without COMMAND 29:33 - Expression 32:40 - Love and Grace

In this episode of Excuse My Language, But…, I dive into my raw, unfiltered thoughts after watching the new Christopher Reeve documentary in theaters. From his iconic portrayal of Superman to his inspiring journey through adversity, this film sheds light on a side of Reeve we rarely saw. Join me as I reflect on the emotional moments, powerful messages, and lasting legacy of a true hero both on and off the screen. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more candid discussions and reviews!

My dad joins me in this special episode of Excuse My Language, But… to discuss some of the heartbreaking statistical realities of SCI and how the chips are stacked against us. We get into detail about lifetime costs, life expectancy, rarity, causes of death, and more.

I detail why I was in my feels on my life day last week. I talk about my new approach towards my recovery and the magnitude of it. I also talk about what it feels like to be paralyzed and how I have to let that part of me go if I’m ever going to walk again.

In this week’s episode me and one of my favorite people in the world, @katielivesfreely, speak up about some of the recent travesties happening in health care and the attack on private duty nursing