Ghost Boy Breaks His Silence by Angela Guzman l Martin Pistorius l Ghost Boy l Boy in Coma for Years l Inspiring Stories l Inspirational Story

You may or may not have heard the story of Martin Pistorius. But, if you have it's one you'll never forget and if you haven't - be prepared to be inspired and discover a newfound appreciation for life.

At 12-years-old Pistorius was diagnosed with cryptococcal meningitis and tuberculosis of the brain. He fell into a coma that lasted three years and the doctors didn't believe that he would ever wake up. Then at the age of 16 (1992), Pistorius began to regain consciousness and compared his senses to that of a baby. Then at the age of 19, Pistorius regained full consciousness and awareness. He was unable to tell the rest of the world - instead he was forced to lay there silent.

Then at 25-years-old Pistorius' caretaker discovered his ability to recognize the world taking place around him and him moved to another facility. After intense therapy and effort, Pistorius was able to communicate again and be present. Since his recovery Pistorius has written a book about his challenging experience, married and acts as a free lance web designer and developer.

Pistorius shares his story and tells us about the long journey that he had to undergo to break his silence and exist again.

What Advice Can You Give to Others Who Have Suffered Through a Difficult Medical Prognosis?

I would say that it is okay not to always be strong, to cry, feel and work through all the emotions. I remember reading a quote by Mary Anne Radmacher - “Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I'll try again tomorrow.”

To me that is very true and very important, to allow yourself to feel the pain, the sadness, the despair, but then to move on. I think that there is always hope, no matter how small. Never underestimate the power of the mind, the importance of love and faith and to never stop dreaming.