.:: By John B Grimes During a recent conversation, a woman and I were reflecting on someone who had recently passed away—a person who had faced and overcome remarkable challenges in life. As she shared his story, she listed the obstacles he&r…

.:: By John B Grimes “Surviving meningitis turned out to be the easy part—so easy that I'd done it in my sleep. The seemingly impossible part was living life after surviving meningitis.”   When I reflect on those words, the…

  Embark on an extraordinary journey with Mary Beth O'Connor, the author of "From Junkie to Judge: One Woman's Triumph over Trauma and Addiction " In this captivating podcast episode, we delve into Mary Beth's inspiring story of resilience and…

.:: By John B Grimes   Trying to determine how often Easter falls on March 31st throughout history is challenging to say the least. The most recent occurrence, back in 2013, was etched in my memory long before yesterday. It marks a time of bo…

.:: By John B Grimes "Possibility is always a possibility." This quote captures the essence of optimism and is the cornerstone of what I call the “Tremendous Mindset” that was modeled to me by my father. It emphasizes the ever-present …

.:: By John B Grimes   Standing at the threshold, anticipating the warmth of spring’s embrace, March 4th arrives, marking not only the imminent turn of the season but also a poignant reminder of life's impermanence and the call to actio…

.:: By John B Grimes MY MENINGITIS STORY  As a 19-year-old sophomore at Texas Tech University, I was a typical student and like most teenagers, felt like I was 10 feet tall and bulletproof. I was an active member of the Delta Tau Delta frater…

Q:  What are some takeaways you've had from the first two years of the podcast. A:  For me, the Ambiguously Blind podcast has proven the power of connection. Humans are meant to live in community. As a survivor of a near death experience …