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"Don't Blame The Game" is a book written by Mike Schwass and Clarence Trausch. Below is a quick synopsis of the book:
In December 1975, then sixteen year-old Michael Schwass sustained a devastating blow to his neck in a hockey accident, which left him paralyzed from the neck down for life. An instant quadriplegic. Don't Blame The Game is the chronicle of this indomitable youth who decided he would walk again, and the astonishing transformation that characterized his journey. Now in his mid-forties, and living in Des Plaines, Illinois, Michael teaches and lectures to audiences all over the country, inspiring his able-bodied listeners with courage and skills to face and overcome their own challenges.
At the end of each chapter, Michael is interviewed by Dr. Clarence Trausch, his long-time life coach, and co-author of Don't Blame The Game. In these dialogues, Michael inspires the reader with wisdom garnered from a lifetime of harrowing experiences and remarkable achievements. His penetrating answers and charming manner hold a treasure trove of insights into the playoff of one of life's most horrifying trials, faced head-on by a stellar personality. What follows is an adventure story - and an opportunity and a formula for conquering your trials too.
Mike Schwass died almost two months ago, suddenly and without fanfare. His life is a testimony to what any single person can do with their life, and it is also a microcosm of what can happen when a person has a strong vision. He lived a life with the intent to motivate, inspire and help others in any way he could. Listening, teaching, coaching and laughing, whatever it took is what Schwass used. He had a web site, Facebook page, and held yearly fund raising events to meet with people and offer inspiration as he raised the money to further his ministry to help those who believed they were out of hope.
When my husband and I met Michael Schwass, he had a ready smile and full belly laugh. Genial and kind, he attracted women and men alike. Everyone loved Mike. His motivation, inspiration and laugh will be forever missed. He lives on in the people he touched, the programs he began, and the stories he told.
On his plain pine coffin was a ribbon stating, Love, Service, Remember. This was Mike Schwass. Love, Service and Remembering a higher purpose.
We miss him.
Action Taken: Mike had a vision and never let up.
Even in death Mike thought of others. He has requested that individuals contribute to a fund for others. Please contact anne@womcd.com and I will put you in touch with the family.