Ben’s Journey from Injury to Impact | Birmingham News

Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 28, 2026 · 1m

Ben’s story is pure grit: after a devastating C1-C2 spinal cord injury during his freshman year at Harvard, he nearly couldn’t breathe—but instead of breaking, he graduated with a finance degree and now helps others as a financial advisor. Thanks to the Shepherd Center in Atlanta—where even Navy SEALs rehab and patients get free care—he rebuilt his life. His mental toughness? Unmatched. He’s now a beacon of resilience, raising awareness for spinal cord research and living by one simple truth: take it day by day, serve others, and never stop fighting. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…