Jennifer Aniston’s boyfriend, Jim Curtis, has opened up about a deeply personal chapter of his life.
The hypnotherapist and author recently discussed his health struggles in a candid conversation with Aniston. The couple appeared together at the 92nd Street Y in New York City on September 2.
The event celebrated the release of Curtis’ new book, The Book of Possibility. During the discussion, Curtis revealed how a serious health problem affected him when he was in his 20s.
Doctors Found Lesions on Curtis’ Spinal Cord
Curtis, now 50, recalled learning that doctors had found lesions on his spinal cord.
The condition eventually caused partial paralysis and chronic nerve damage. He also developed a limp that became a visible reminder of his health problems.
However, accepting the diagnosis proved difficult.
Curtis explained that he once felt ashamed of having a medical condition. As a result, he sometimes avoided telling people the truth about why he walked with a limp.
Curtis Hid His Condition Behind a Motorcycle Story
For years, Curtis said he sometimes told people that a motorcycle accident had caused his limp.
He admitted that the explanation felt easier to share than the reality of his medical condition.
Curtis said he had viewed himself as somehow “broken.” Meanwhile, the motorcycle accident story seemed more acceptable to him because he associated it with a stronger and more masculine image.
That mindset, however, eventually changed.
Self-Acceptance Helped Curtis Move Forward
Over time, Curtis began changing the way he viewed his condition.
Rather than allowing shame to define him, he focused on self-acceptance and self-love. He described the process as a long journey that helped him understand his experiences differently.
Curtis also encouraged people facing difficult circumstances to avoid seeing themselves only as victims.
His message centered on finding strength while facing personal struggles.
Jennifer Aniston Supports Jim Curtis
Aniston sat beside Curtis during the New York event as he discussed his past.
The appearance offered a rare public glimpse into their relationship. It also showed a more personal side of Curtis, whose work focuses on hypnosis, personal growth and transformation.
The couple have gradually become more open about their relationship after keeping much of their private life away from the spotlight.
The Couple Shares a Rare Public Appearance
Their appearance at the 92nd Street Y came as Curtis promotes The Book of Possibility.
The book is scheduled for release on September 8, 2026. Curtis has also spoken publicly in recent interviews about his relationship with Aniston and the role of personal growth in their lives.
A Story of Strength and Acceptance
Curtis’ latest comments highlight how long-term health challenges can affect a person emotionally as well as physically.
His experience also shows how perceptions can change over time.
What once caused Curtis shame eventually became part of a larger story about acceptance and resilience. Now, he is speaking openly about that journey while continuing his work as a hypnotherapist and author.
For Curtis, sharing the experience appears to be about more than discussing his past. It is also about encouraging others to face their own challenges without allowing fear or shame to control their lives.
