Stop Wishing . . . Start Living
Motivational Speaker and Resilience Coach
Barb Frye is a motivational speaker dedicated to helping people break through emotional barriers, build resilience, and create meaningful change in their lives. Drawing on real-world experiences and a strengths-focused approach, she empowers audiences to overcome fear, embrace growth, and step confidently into their potential.
Barb's Story
Barbara Eisenhart was an ordinary teenager with an extraordinary future ahead of her — until one decision changed everything. At just 18 years old, a car ride with an intoxicated friend ended in a devastating crash that left her paralyzed from the shoulders down. In an instant, the life she imagined was gone. What followed was not just a year in a rehabilitation hospital, but a journey through grief, anger, fear, and the deep question of how to live when life no longer looks the way you planned.
Barb’s story is not about what she lost — it’s about what she discovered. Through perseverance, faith, and an unbreakable spirit, she learned a truth that transformed her life: joy is still possible, purpose is still waiting, and living fully is a choice available to all of us. Today, Barb shares her journey to inspire others to stop wishing for a different life and start embracing the one they have, proving that even in our hardest moments, hope can lead us forward.
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