Resilience
May 1, 2024

Adaptation: The Foundation Of Progress

.:: 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…

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April 9, 2024

From Junkie to Judge: A Tale of Triumph and Transformation

  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…

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April 1, 2024

April Fool's Resilience: Finding Light in the Shadows of Loss

.:: 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…

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March 19, 2024

Possibility Is Always A Possibility

.:: 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 …

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March 4, 2024

Seizing Spring's Promise: March Forth

.:: 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…

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Dec. 15, 2023

John B Grimes' Meningitis Story

.:: 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…

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Nov. 28, 2022

Q: What are some takeaways you've had from the first two years of the podcast?

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 …

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