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March 13, 2026

Experience: I suffered terrible burns as a child

I was sick and tired of the world treating me like a victim, so I decided to flip the narrative. At 25, I tried out for my local volunteer fire academy

Experience: I suffered terrible burns as a child

TL;DR

  • The author suffered severe burns on 73% of his body at age six due to a kerosene accident.
  • Recovery involved extensive hospital stays, painful bandage changes, and years of physical and emotional struggle.
  • Despite societal difficulties and discrimination, he decided to join a volunteer fire academy at age 25.
  • The fire academy experience helped him overcome trauma and find a sense of control and purpose.
  • He now works as a peer support specialist, helping others with recovery from burns, mental health issues, and addiction.
  • The author's life goal is to thank the neighbor who saved him as a child.

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