The author reflects on their experience of transitioning from aluminum to wooden baseball bats, using this metaphorically to discuss life’s challenges after becoming paralyzed. They explore the internal conflict between accepting limitations and maintaining motivation to improve. Balancing these perspectives is crucial for personal growth and mental well-being as they seek their “sweet spot.”
Author Archives: Josh Keller
Paralysis is Annoying
Quick anatomy lesson: the brain talks to the spine which talks to the nerves which talk to the muscles. If there is a disruption in any of these (AKA a bullet) then the muscles don’t work. So here is where I’m at. I am a C-4 quadriplegic meaning that all four of my limbs haveContinueContinue reading “Paralysis is Annoying”
Assumptions
Today you get to watch me attempt to address my list of frustrations and annoyances through humor. First I will start with strangers and the things that they do. Next week will be about my physical changes and annoyances so stay tuned. I’ll admit that I would probably be guilty of some of the thingsContinueContinue reading “Assumptions”
Enjoying the Little Things
How often do you just stop and take life in? It can get pretty crazy. People passing people. Work, school, gym, family. Chaos. I fell into the cycle and I still find myself stuck there sometimes. It wasn’t until my life got to it’s craziest that I realized the importance of taking everything in. ItContinueContinue reading “Enjoying the Little Things”
Family Friday – Mom
Hello everyone! I am Josh’s mom, Maria and I will be sharing my perspective on how Josh’s injury has affected my life. I have to admit, it seems a bit strange to be talking about it. So much of what I’ve endured over the last two years seems insignificant in comparison to what Josh has been handed. My hope is that by sharing myContinueContinue reading “Family Friday – Mom”
Taking Back My Independence
This Friday (February 22) I will be sharing my mom‘s point of view on my injury. It is only fitting that I post about how I am trying to reclaim my independence from paralysis. This is no easy feat but for the last few months my mom has been helping me adapt everyday equipment soContinueContinue reading “Taking Back My Independence”
2 Years and Going Strong
2 years 2 years ago my definition of grit and resiliency changed forever. 2 years ago my understanding on life changed forever. February 11th Do I loathe it? Do I celebrate it? This experience has been chaotic yet blissful. It has been anguishing yet reassuring. It has been unbelievably frustrating and unbelievably triumphing. It hasContinueContinue reading “2 Years and Going Strong”
What’s Next?
Most of you know that I just closed a huge chapter of my life. I am officially a veteran. The army has been my life for the past six years. Even since starting my life in a wheelchair, I’ve still been slaving away in the army. No matter how much I bitched and moaned aboutContinueContinue reading “What’s Next?”
Family Friday – Dad
First, I want to thank Josh for sharing this platform with me. I don’t typically shy away from talking to large groups but realizing 14,000 + people have visited this page makes me hope I can meet the standards Josh has set.This is Josh’s dad, Matt and I want to take this opportunity to talkContinueContinue reading “Family Friday – Dad”
Community
Building Dreams for Marines video Take a minute to watch a quick YouTube video created by an extremely generous organization Building Dreams for Marines. BDFM is one of many in the long list of people and community that helped me and my family through an overwhelming situation. I was a soldier in the Army. I tellContinueContinue reading “Community”