Christopher Reeve turned his focus away from his paralysis and began figuring out how he could live afresh. Reeve decided that a lot of people might like to hear his story. Instead of limiting the communication of his story to letters, books and videos subject to edit, Reeve chose the lecture circuit. That meant showing up in public, allowing the public to gawk at his incapacity, talking about his condition and sharing lessons learned. Thus, Christopher Reeve has become Superman for real.

You play the hand you're dealt. I think the game's worthwhile.

He (Reeve) was put on this Earth for... a lot of reasons. He wasn't just here to be an actor. He was Superman.

To be able to feel the lightest touch really is a gift.

Never grow weary of protesting. In this sensitive business of dealing with the public which depends on faith and good will, protest is a most effective weapon.…

Yet it is incumbent on those in high places to make wise decisions and it is reasonable and important that the public be correctly informed. It is consequently…

'I think celebrities have an obligation to the public to not just sing or act.'