AceShowbiz - Reality TV star Nev Schulman, best known for his role as the host of "Catfish: The TV Show," recently had a life-altering experience that highlighted the fragility of life. Schulman took to Instagram to share the details of a severe biking accident he had on Monday, August 5 which left him with a broken neck.

On the day before the accident, Schulman enjoyed a euphoric and "magical" fishing trip with his family. Reflecting on the joy of that day, he wrote, "It was incredible, my son's idea. One of those days that just work."

However, the following day would prove to be dramatically different. Schulman was biking to pick up his son from school when he collided with a truck.

Recalling the harrowing details, Schulman explained, "I never made it to pick up my son from school on the bike. In fact in some ways, I'm glad I didn't. I was alone on impact. Me and the truck. And then I guess, the pavement. I was alone and unconscious. And then conscious. Maybe I was fine (I wasn't). Maybe I can still do my long run on Thursday (I couldn't)."

He clarified that he broke his neck around the C5 and C6 vertebrae, resulting in stable fractures but, fortunately, no paralysis.

Initially, there was concern about the mobility of his hands. However, Schulman noted the miraculous healing of his body, emphasizing the incredible care he received. "My hands were a question mark there for a minute but the human body is incredible and so are HUMANS. The incredible knowledge and care from everyone in the medical community has been so remarkable," he shared, praising the EMS, Southampton Emergency Room, and Stony Brook ICU for their efforts.

Despite the traumatic experience and severity of the injuries, Schulman is expected to make a full recovery. He expressed immense gratitude for his survival and the ongoing support he has received.

"It's hard to feel sorry for myself when I hear from the doctors about how many people with similar injuries will never walk again," he wrote, offering a sobering perspective. "I'm lucky to be here, alive, standing and hugging my family, projected to make a full recovery." Now, more than ever, he understands the importance of gratitude for both the big and little things in life.

Schulman's wife, Laura Perlongo, and their three children are a central part of his recovery journey. Photos and videos shared on Instagram show Schulman in a neck brace, navigating his early stages of recovery, surrounded by his loving family.

Concluding his heartfelt post, Schulman reflected on the whimsical decision to go fishing the day before the accident, a choice he almost rejected. "We hadn't planned on fishing last Sunday, and my instinct was to say no to scramble-planning a day trip, but looking back a week later, I'm so glad I said yes," he surprisingly concluded.

Schulman's experience serves as a poignant reminder of life's unpredictability and the importance of cherishing every moment.