Strength is often measured by physical power, the ability to lift, run, or move with force. But true strength lies deeper — in the will to keep going, the courage to face each day, and the resilience of the human spirit. He may be paralyzed, unable to move the way he once did, but his strength has only grown stronger.
Life changed in an instant. What was once routine became a challenge. Walking turned into wheeling, independence required assistance, and dreams had to be reshaped. But instead of surrendering, he chose to rise. His body may no longer carry him forward, but his mind and heart move mountains every day. He wakes up with purpose, pushes through pain, and finds joy in the smallest victories — a smile, a conversation, a breath of fresh air.
He inspires those around him without even trying. Friends see his determination and are reminded not to take life for granted. Family leans on his hope when they feel weak. In every struggle he endures, there is a lesson: that strength is not in the body, but in the soul.
He laughs, he dreams, he fights. He’s still building a life of meaning and love. Where others might see limits, he sees opportunity. Paralyzed? Yes. Defeated? Never.
Strength doesn’t always roar. Sometimes, it’s silent — a quiet refusal to give up. And in that silence, he is louder and more powerful than ever before. Even though he is paralyzed, he is still strong — and strong enough for us all to believe in what’s possible, no matter the odds.
