Living Through the Fight: An 8-Year Cancer Journey Remembered
In this powerful and emotional episode, we welcome special guest Jen, who bravely shares the story of her husband Mike’s eight-year battle with brain cancer—a journey marked by resilience, heartbreak, and unwavering love.Through years of surgeries, research, second opinions, and clinical trials, Jen and Mike did everything they could to fight the disease. In the midst of the uncertainty, they were gifted with a beautiful daughter, who became a beacon of hope and strength.Eventually, when there options were available exhausted, they made the courageous choice to shift from fighting the disease to fully living the time they had left together. Jen opens up about what it means to love deeply, grieve honestly, and honor someone’s life by continuing to move forward.This is a story of grace in the face of pain, and what it means to truly live—even when time is limited.Follow us on IG for more:https://www.instagram.com/spillinitpodcast?igsh=MWM1ZTZncDBiczZ4Mg%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.instagram.com/thecortreport?igsh=NWxsaDdkOXRhbm56&utm_source=qrhttps://www.instagram.com/grayed_early?igsh=MWRwZ2VodzRmaHZuNA%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.instagram.com/jena0614?igsh=Y2JoanphM2ZzbmFpHave an inspiring story you would like to share? Fill out the following Questionnaire and we will be in touch.Resources:🧠 Major Brain Cancer OrganizationsNational Brain Tumor Society (NBTS) https://braintumor.org Offers patient guides, treatment information, caregiver support, and research funding updates. Includes a Brain Tumor Experience Map for tailored support.American Brain Tumor Association (ABTA) https://abta.org Provides a comprehensive Brain Tumor Dictionary, webinars, support groups, and a searchable clinical trial finder.The Brain Tumor Foundation https://braintumorfoundation.org Offers MRI brain scan screening, caregiver resources, and patient stories. Focused on early detection and awareness.🧬 Clinical Trials & Treatment InfoClinicalTrials.gov https://clinicaltrials.gov Search for brain cancer-specific trials by location, type, and phase. Updated frequently and maintained by the NIH.Cancer.Net (by the American Society of Clinical Oncology) https://www.cancer.net/cancer-types/brain-tumor Offers detailed treatment guides, coping advice, and up-to-date research news for patients and families.🤝 Support & CommunityImerman Angels https://imermanangels.org Connects brain cancer patients and caregivers with trained mentors who’ve gone through similar journeys.Stupid Cancer https://stupidcancer.org Tailored support and programs for young adults facing cancer, including brain tumors.Grey Matters Brain Tumor Support Group (on Facebook) A private online community offering emotional support, information sharing, and connection for those affected by brain tumors.
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