A gunshot injury fractured my timeline, replacing a carefree, mechanical life with paralysis and rigid daily routines. Yet amid chronic pain, this reality brought deep purpose: raising twin sons with my wife and discovering true self-actualization. On both ends of the spectrum, I truly can’t believe this is my life.
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SMART Goals and Why They Work
Josh reflects on his journey of goal-setting since his spinal cord injury in 2017. Drawing from military experiences, he emphasizes the importance of SMART goals—specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and timely. As a mentor, he encourages others to adapt and modify their goals, ensuring progress and avoiding complacency in their recovery journeys.