Christmas can be many things for a spinal man. For some, it’s full of connection and laughter. For others, it’s quieter… reflective… even heavy. If today brings joy, allow it. If today brings memories, grief, or contrast to how life once looked, that’s okay too. Living with a spinal injury teaches something most people never have to learn: how to find meaning beyond appearances, pace, or expectations. Today isn’t about what your body can or can’t do. It’s about who you are beneath it all. A man who has endured. A man who has adapted. A man who is still here, still choosing life. Wherever this Christmas finds you, know this: You belong. You matter. And your story is still unfolding. From one warrior to another, Merry Christmas, brothers.

Living with a spinal injury means energy is precious. Right now, where does most of yours go?

Living with a spinal injury is built on small wins. What’s one small thing you’ve done recently that made life a bit easier, better, or more enjoyable? It could be practical, mindset, routine, equipment, or something you’ve figured out over time. No long stories needed, just share the win.

You’ve lived with your injury for years. Looking back, what’s one lesson or mindset shift that helped you move from just surviving to actually living again? It could be practical, emotional, or something you wish you’d learned sooner. Your experience might be exactly what another brother needs to hear.

How do you feel today?