"Explore the remarkable life of Christy Brown, a man who transformed adversity into opportunity. Despite physical limitations due to severe cerebral palsy, Brown demonstrated the power of persistence, small wins, and a strong support network, becoming a renowned author and painter. His story is a testament to the indomitable spirit of human potential and a beacon of hope for individuals facing challenges."

In The Dark Side of Entrepreneurship: Part One, I shared how I built a content business focused on the science of willpower—and the toll it began to take on me. This is the second part of my story about why I can no longer use my hands to navigate my phone, drive a car, or type the words you are reading now. At the spot we pick up in my story, I had successfully published my book. Yet, my blog and book audiences simply weren’t big enough and my debt continued to grow. My hands were also in serious need of treatment but I continued to defer it.

As you’ve likely gathered by this point, I’m not one to give up easily. So, I decided to think bigger and explore ways to make my business successful.

This blog was started eight years ago. Because of it, I can no longer use my hands to navigate my phone, drive a car, or type the words you are reading right now. This is my true story of perseverance at a high cost.