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What happens when life as you know it vanishes in an instant? When a split-second collision on a motorcycle steals your sight, breaks your body from head to toe, and erases a month of your memories?

Kijuan "Kiwi" Amey's powerful story begins on May 5th, 2017 – a day that would become what he calls "my new life story." A military veteran working as an in-flight refueling specialist, college student with a near-perfect GPA, and small business owner, Kiwi's world changed forever when a driver pulled out in front of his motorcycle. After a month in a medically-induced coma, he woke to darkness, unable to see, speak through his wired-shut jaw, or even smell.

The physical toll was devastating – skull surgery, facial reconstruction, spinal fusion with two rods and twelve screws, and numerous other procedures that transformed him into what he calls "titanium man." But what makes this conversation truly extraordinary is Kiwi's stunning mental transformation.

Rather than dwelling on what was lost, Kiwi embraced a philosophy that powers his life today: "Don't focus on what you can't do, focus on what you can do." This mindset has propelled him beyond anyone's expectations. He now travels independently, skis downhill, rock climbs, plays drums and piano, and powerlifts over 225 pounds – all without sight.

Through his darkest moments of depression and suicidal thoughts, Kiwi discovered that connection is the antidote to despair. His experience offers profound wisdom for anyone facing seemingly insurmountable challenges, reminding us that "what you're going through doesn't define who you are – you define who you are."

Join us for this profoundly moving conversation about finding purpose through pain and transforming tragedy into triumph. Kiwi's journey will challenge you to examine your own limitations – both real and self-imposed – and perhaps see your life's challenges through newly brightened eyes.

Kijuan's Best Selling Book: An amazing inspirational Read!!

Don't Focus on Why Me

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737036614?psc=1&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_ct_C4TB141RG5R8RTQ9ECDR_1

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Facebook: Jo Summers
Instagram: @Summersjol
Facebook Support: Chance For Change Women’s circle

Website: Breakfastofchoices.com

Urbanedencmty.com (Oklahoma Addiction and Recovery Resources) Treatment, Sober Living, Meetings. Shout out to the founder, of this phenomenal website... Kristy Da Rosa!

National suicide prevention and crisis, hotline number 988

National domestic violence hotline:
800–799–7233

National hotline for substance abuse, and addiction:
844–289–0879

National mental health hotline:
866–903–3787

National child health and child abuse hotline:
800–422-4453 (1.800.4.A.CHILD)

CoDa.org
12. Step recovery program for codependency.

National Gambling Hotline 800-522-4700