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In A Split Second: Living in the World With Cerebral Palsy
What is it like to grow up with cerebral palsy? How does a child cope throughout life with a disability? What obstacles will they be faced with while trying to reach their goals and achieve their dreams?
Kyle Scott was diagnosed with a mystery classification of cerebral palsy at the age of sixteen months, but that hasn’t stopped him from living his life to the fullest. Surrounded by the best family and friends one could ask for, he has strived for and achieved far more than doctors, specialists, and therapists claimed he would, ultimately proving that anything is possible.
This is a story about how an entire life can change in a split second, but it’s what you do with your life from that day forward that creates a life worth living.
“In life, you need certain courage, the ability to smile, determination, and a never-give-up attitude!”
–Kyle N. Scott
“The only disability in life is a bad attitude!”
–Scott Hamilton
“Be Yourself; Everyone Else is Already Taken!”
–Anonymous
Kyle Scott was diagnosed with a mystery classification of cerebral palsy at the age of sixteen months, but that hasn’t stopped him from living his life to the fullest. Surrounded by the best family and friends one could ask for, he has strived for and achieved far more than doctors, specialists, and therapists claimed he would, ultimately proving that anything is possible.
This is a story about how an entire life can change in a split second, but it’s what you do with your life from that day forward that creates a life worth living.
“In life, you need certain courage, the ability to smile, determination, and a never-give-up attitude!”
–Kyle N. Scott
“The only disability in life is a bad attitude!”
–Scott Hamilton
“Be Yourself; Everyone Else is Already Taken!”
–Anonymous
345 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 21, 2021
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December 1, 2025
In A Split Second: Living in the World With Cerebral Palsy is an inspiring and deeply personal memoir that illuminates the resilience of the human spirit. Kyle N. Scott shares his journey with cerebral palsy with honesty, courage, and unwavering optimism, offering readers a window into both the challenges and triumphs of living with a disability.
From his diagnosis at sixteen months to the everyday obstacles of growing up with cerebral palsy, Scott’s narrative emphasizes determination, self-belief, and the transformative power of a supportive community. Surpassing expectations set by doctors and specialists, he demonstrates that limitations exist only when one allows them to. His story is a testament to perseverance, illustrating how life-altering moments can define us not by what we lose, but by what we choose to build from them.
What makes this memoir particularly compelling is Scott’s balance of vulnerability and empowerment. Readers are drawn into his struggles, celebrations, and reflections, gaining insight into the mental, emotional, and physical fortitude required to pursue goals in a world not always accommodating. The narrative is both motivational and accessible, providing encouragement to anyone facing obstacles whether related to disability, personal setbacks, or societal expectations.
For readers seeking uplifting stories of resilience, determination, and courage, In A Split Second is a poignant reminder that attitude, perseverance, and self-belief can transform even the most challenging circumstances into a life worth living.
From his diagnosis at sixteen months to the everyday obstacles of growing up with cerebral palsy, Scott’s narrative emphasizes determination, self-belief, and the transformative power of a supportive community. Surpassing expectations set by doctors and specialists, he demonstrates that limitations exist only when one allows them to. His story is a testament to perseverance, illustrating how life-altering moments can define us not by what we lose, but by what we choose to build from them.
What makes this memoir particularly compelling is Scott’s balance of vulnerability and empowerment. Readers are drawn into his struggles, celebrations, and reflections, gaining insight into the mental, emotional, and physical fortitude required to pursue goals in a world not always accommodating. The narrative is both motivational and accessible, providing encouragement to anyone facing obstacles whether related to disability, personal setbacks, or societal expectations.
For readers seeking uplifting stories of resilience, determination, and courage, In A Split Second is a poignant reminder that attitude, perseverance, and self-belief can transform even the most challenging circumstances into a life worth living.
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