James Wallgren
What four decades as a Quadriplegic have taught me about life, love and resiliency. What makes a person resilient is precisely the ability to exist in uncertainty.
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Jim Wallgren is the author of The Last Tackle, a retired network engineer, speaker, and sports enthusiast. He has appeared on ABC "Good Morning America" and featured in numerous news articles and TV segments in the Dallas/Ft. Worth media market.
Today, Jim has proudly lived as a C5/6 complete quadriplegic for over 40 years. He has advocated for the rights and full participation of People with Disabilities, with his proudest moment giving a personal plea before a congressional delegation in Dallas, Texas, for the passage of the Americans with Disability Act in the early '90s. Currently lives near the Austin, Texas, area with his wife and is the proud father of twins. Jim and his wife enjoy traveling and have visited many foreign countries and regions of the United States. He is also an Amateur Radio operator, licensed by the FCC.
Topics
- Dealing with adversity
- Mental health resiliency
- overcoming obstacles