In this episode of Disabled Not Defeated, I sit down with my friend Nate, who was also one of my respiratory therapists during my recovery after my spinal cord injury. What began as a patient-therapist relationship has grown into a lasting friendship, giving us a unique opportunity to reflect on one of the most challenging seasons of my life from both perspectives.

Nate shares what it was like caring for patients with spinal cord injuries in the ICU and rehabilitation setting, the emotional highs and lows of respiratory therapy, and the moments that continue to stay with him years later. Together, we talk about breathing, healing, hope, resilience, and the human connections that can form during recovery.

Whether you're living with a spinal cord injury, are a caregiver, work in healthcare, or simply want to hear an hon ...