March 28, 2025

When the Goal Feels Too Big

.:: By John B Grimes   Have you ever stared at a goal so big it felt impossible? I’ve been there. Whether it’s rebuilding after a setback, chasing a dream, or simply getting through the day, the enormity of the task can feel paral…

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March 7, 2025

Redefining Normal

.:: By John B Grimes   "The past is a chapter; the future is unwritten. Normal isn’t behind you—it’s what you build ahead."   Life after a major change isn’t about going back to the way things were—it&rsqu…

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Feb. 28, 2025

The Strength to Ask for Help

.:: By John B Grimes   "Strength isn’t about standing alone—it’s about knowing when to reach out."   Strength doesn’t always mean doing it alone. Sometimes, the strongest thing you can do is ask for help. It&rsq…

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Feb. 21, 2025

Finding Strength in Frustration

.:: By John B Grimes   "Frustration is the weight room for resilience—every struggle makes you stronger."   Frustration is part of every journey. It’s uncomfortable, exhausting, and sometimes feels like it will never end. B…

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Feb. 14, 2025

One Step at a Time

.:: By John B Grimes   "The hardest part of rebuilding is starting. The best part is realizing how far you’ve come."   Rebuilding isn’t about rushing to the finish line—it’s about focusing on the step in front o…

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Jan. 31, 2025

People are powerful—don’t wait to build your connections

.:: By John B Grimes   "A strong connection can bridge any gap—don’t wait to build yours."   No one gets through life alone. At some point, we all rely on the kindness, support, or wisdom of others. For me, that realization…

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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 5, 2024

Dallas Morning News Op-Ed

My op-ed was published in the Dallas Morning News on April 5, 2024. "I had never heard of meningitis until it changed my life forever"  :: READ HERE ::   

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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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