From Darkness to Triumph: Zach Tidwell’s Unyielding Journey
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If you are having thoughts about suicide, please call 988 by phone or text the word, "Talk", to the number 741741.     In this profound episode of Blind Abilities, Jeff Thompson interviews Zach Tidwell, whose life story is nothing short of miraculous. Zach candidly shares the harrowing tale of how he lost his sight by shooting himself, which marked the beginning of an extraordinary turnaround. From the depths of despair, he emerged as a successful app developer, public speaker, and entrepreneur, channeling his experiences into developing the award-winning game, Zanagrams. Zach’s journey is a powerful testament to human resilience, highlighting how he taught himself coding and navigated the challenges of sudden blindness. His story isn’t just about overcoming personal adversity; it’s an inspiring message of hope, determination, and the incredible feats one can achieve by stepping outside societal boxes and persistently challenging oneself. Keep up with Zach on the web at" https://zachtidwell.net and at https://darkhorsegamestudios.com Thanks for listening!  
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