<p>Becoming paralyzed is scary; you''re forced to make life altering changes that you may never be ready to accept or be able to afford. </p><p><br></p><p>Fourteen years ago, I was left paralyzed due to a car accident and the best coping mechanism I''ve used is laughter. If you can''t change your circumstance, may as well find joy in it. </p><p><br></p><p>I hope reading this brings you happiness, even if momentary. After all, laughter is said to be the best medicine.</p><p><br></p><p>Remember, be you, stay true. Take life one day at a time, it will go on. Will you enjoy the ride, or will you let it demolish you?</p>