Physical disability can be a devastating event in an individualâ??s life, often resulting in a profound loss of direction and purpose. However, profound loss is often necessary to wake us up to a higher calling. To rise above the ashes and see opportunity where others see devastation is the hallmark of the truly heroic.
This photo essay captures the further reaches of the human spirit by baring the bravery and beauty behind the Canadian Para-Athletes. Fully revealing the athletes truth reflects the courage of their inspirational journey. It is an insight to the inner strength behind the show of force in competition. This inner athleticism is more impressive than the eventual grace and glory that marvels spectators at home.
These extraordinary athletes show us what is possible for all of us to overcome but their collective energetic vision uplifts our awareness of what is possible for us to become. Reaching with them toward the heights of human nature, we might just touch the divine nature that supports the poise, beauty, and grace exemplified by these Canadian Champions.
Written by Sharon Tenenbaum with Dr. Gary Ratson
