I look at the human life like an experiment. Every new moment, every new experience, tragic or otherwise, is an opportunity to gain a more accurate perspective and helps lead me to clarity.

Many ALS patients end up fading away quietly and dying. For me, this was not OK. I did not want to fade away quietly.

Because ALS is underfunded, patients have had no option but to fade away and die. That is not OK.

The increased rate of brain disease in the NFL population is caused by the way the game is played within the rules.

Through adversity we find our heroes.

I have moments where I miss my old self. But I think anyone can get caught up in what we used to have. But at the same time, we can choose to focus on the beauty of now.

A terminal diagnosis can really mess with your head. Honestly, it makes you want to run away to the moon. Many ALS patients want to fade away quietly. This was not for me.