Contrary to what predominantly well, able-bodied people appear to believe; there can be life, and fulfilling life at that, after illness or disability even if you don't recover fully. Douglas Bader. Christy Brown and the Para-Olympians are all proof of that. You don't need to be totally physically or mentally able to enjoy many aspects of life. Most people can still give and receive love, pass on ideas or feelings and/or experiences, the same as everyone else. In many cases it is still possible to play a role in society even after someone becomes disabled.