Charles Breitweiser literally died from an automobile accident in 1979, as a 17 year old youth.  The quick response medical unit was able to get his heart started.  After a 6 month coma, he was left with the loss of use in the left side, and damaged eyesight.  As with any type of debilitating injury, it was also accompanied by the demons of depression, fear, inferiority, and lack of self-esteem.  Combined with the uncertanties of adolesence, led him through serious bouts of depression, self-pity, and self-loathing.  Through years of soul searching and growth, he developed a philosophy of endurance, and positive attitude by learning to disregard his losses and embrace his gains.  Mr. Breitweiser began doing motivational speaking for handicapped suppot groups.  Drawing on his personal experience, he teaches people ways to overcome their feelings of inadequacy and teaches them how to love themselves and respect their differences.  He also joined the NJ poetry society, and had a poem published in their anthology for 2003.  He also does freelance writing for magazines.  He has positivive attitue, combined with a self-determination that is virtually unstoppable.