The film 'The Diving Bell and the Butterfly,' based the book of the same name, has a line that enlightens and comforts me. The protagonist, who has lost all ability to move except one eye, discusses his role as a… — Steve Gleason Copy Share Image
I think about death all the time. I think that's a good thing because we're all going to die, and the only thing we… — Steve Gleason Copy Share Image
I have moments where I miss my old self. But I think anyone can get caught up in what we used to have. But… — Steve Gleason Copy Share Image
Typing with your fingers or thumbs is sooooo 2012. I tweeted that earlier in the year. I type with my eyes. Not only that,… — Steve Gleason Copy Share Image
I believe happiness is a choice. Some days it is a very difficult choice. — Steve Gleason Copy Share Image
I'm afraid to walk in public, because people look at me. But I'm not going to stop. I'm afraid because if I want to commune with my friend Shad (Meier), I have to ask him to cut my chicken for me. But I did it. And I'm afraid to go back and see my teammates and coaches because I know… — Steve Gleason Copy Share
I look at the human life like an experiment. Every new moment, every new experience, tragic or otherwise, is an opportunity to gain a… — Steve Gleason Copy Share Image
I have been diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). It's a terminal disease with an average lifespan of two to five years post-diagnosis, and… — Steve Gleason Copy Share Image
We all have a timeline. Most of us don't live like we have a timeline. — Steve Gleason Copy Share Image
If we have a purpose in life beyond being a cog in the human machine, mine is to help inspire people and that's pretty… — Steve Gleason Copy Share Image
The increased rate of brain disease in the NFL population is caused by the way the game is played within the rules. — Steve Gleason Copy Share Image
To cure ALS medically is not economical. The realities are that it's difficult to find funding for research for a medical cure. I believe… — Steve Gleason Copy Share Image
