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Shenell Malloy

Stage 4
Glioblastoma

The greatest gift cancer gave me was the opportunity to transform into the strongest and best version of myself. Cancer taught me that we need to give pain the space to breathe, in order to heal. Every painful, heart wrenching situation gives us perspective, and reminds us how we only have this one life to live. It gives us an opportunity to grow and become stronger.

Triple Negative Breast Cancer & Melanoma
Aidan Morris
My perspective changed in the most wonderful way. Cancer is the best worst thing to happen to me.
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Hodgkins Lymphoma
Angelina Maselli
If I could go back in time and decide my own fate, I would allow myself to get cancer due to how it changed my perception of life. The sun looks brighter, the grass looks greener, and the world looks bigger.
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Renal Cell Carcinoma
Annamaria Scaccia
Cancer showed me that my time is precious, that my relationships are precious, that my life is precious, and that I need to protect my energy at all costs. I’ve found a new purpose and am now focused on the things that matter most.
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Metastatic Lung Cancer
Bill Thon
I am more vital, energetic, optimistic and hopeful for an inspired future, sharing my success with others.
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Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma
Carolyn Vento
Cancer gave me the opportunity to inspire others.
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Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)
Casey Kang Head
I found purpose and meaning in my life after so much trauma. I feel like I am here to help other women. I wouldn't be living an incredible life that is better than what I could have ever imagined without cancer. I don't live in fear. I am present with people and found out who my people are.
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Triple Negative Breast Cancer
Charissa Bates
We find joy in all aspects of our life. We seek it and this brings us comfort.
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Glioblastoma
Charles Benoit
Cancer taught me what is really important. I've learn to cherish moments, create memories and celebrate milestones. I've learned that everybody dies, not everyone lives.
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Glioblastoma
Cheryl Rostek
Cancer showed me with striking clarity that love was what mattered most in life! Love! Love for myself and strengthening loving relationships with my husband, children, family and friends. It seems so simple, yet it took coming face to face with death to gain this fresh perspective which is revolutionizing my life!
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Christie Finley
Cancer has allowed me to meet the most amazing people. I have raised over $350,000 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society #FightinFins.
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Breast Cancer
Colleen Rivers
After cancer, I am very clear on what is important in my life.
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Glioblastoma
DJ Stewart
Cancer made me a better husband, friend, and family member. It gave me the opportunity to dedicate my life to something truly meaningful.
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Glioblastoma & Osteosarcoma
David Fitting
Coming up on my 20th year of survivorship, my world has never revolved around the fear of cancer, but rather how grateful I am to be able to live the life I have lived.
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Anaplastic Ependymoma
David Pamplona
I look at life through a lens that I never would have prior to having experienced cancer as a child, then as a young adult. Each and every breath is a gift and moment that shouldn't be wasted.
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Breast Cancer
Deidre Ferenc
I no longer sweat the small stuff. I also feel like I appreciate the small moments more now and just see life through a more beautiful lens. My faith in there being so many good people in our world was restored!
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Metastatic Breast Cancer
Dr. Frances Baumgarten
My dream was for a center where all cancer patients and their family members can get better prepared to deal with the enormous challenges of this disease, regardless of their ability to pay.
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Colorectal Cancer
Erin Soto
My cancer crisis inspired me to take better care of myself and family. It sparked a burning desire in me to become an active participant in my well-being journey. I embarked on a wellness revolution to reclaim control over my health and happiness - and have never looked back. Cancer can be a great teacher. When facing down our fragility, cancer teaches us so many lessons about what it means to truly live.
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Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia & Thyroid Cancer
Gena Bradshaw
Cancer put me on the path of what I was born to do: help others going through a traumatic experience. I help survivors understand the importance of health and discover a new version of themselves that can accomplish what their soul wants to in this lifetime.
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Glioblastoma
Greg Cantwell
Cancer made me realize that I am not invincible, and that you only live once. Nobody knows when their last day is, so make those memories for yourself and your loved ones.
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Metastatic RET Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Ilana Stromberg
No matter how long I live, this diagnosis makes me vey conscious of wanting to live like the memory I want to be - a kinder, gentler version of myself.
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Colorectal Cancer
JJ Singleton
Cancer made me realize that I needed to not take any day for granted to appreciate the little things in life - not just look forward to big moments.
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Breast Cancer
Jessica Bousky
Cancer has given me a profound sense of gratitude and made me much more aware of all the good that surrounds me in both the everyday and in the extraordinary.
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Breast Cancer
Joan Novak
It sounds crazy to say, but it may have been one of the best things that happened to me. I reduced my alcohol intake. I have made it a top priority that I am stress-free, calm, well-rested, and have a healthy diet. The illness gave me a reawakening to always having joy of my life.
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Glioblastoma, Melanoma & Prostate Cancer
Julian Axon
My story is not a sob story about what I have been through, but is a success story about how I have been through it. Being a long-term survivor of 5 cancers lets me use my challenges for the good of other people.
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Glioblastoma
Karen DAlessandro
Cancer forced me to look at reality and my time available to do what I want to do.
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Colon Cancer
Karey Spransy
So here’s what I know: time marches on, and the hard part will end. Laughter heals, even if there are tears. Connection & community are everything.
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Brain, Testicular, Thyroid Cancers
Kevin Shroads
Cancer has become the biggest blessing in disguise that I have received in my life. It changed the way I was living and allowed me to find my soul's aligned path in life.
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Triple Negative Inflammatory Breast Cancer
Kommah McDowell
With less that a 5% chance of surviving 2 years, the journey was not easy. Now 17 years later, I live to share my miraculous story of survivorship.
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Paraneoplastic Syndrome
Larry Klukaszewski
Cancer allowed me to find strength I never knew I had. I’ve started a non-profit, my art has become better and more intense as has my zest for life and love of people. I pray and meditate so much more now.
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Non Small Cell Lung Cancer
Lenny "Blue" Weiland
Cancer didn’t bring me to my knees, it brought me to my feet. I am kinder, friendlier, more patient & understanding. I appreciate everything in life: people, family, friends, art, music & poetry. I mentor other cancer patients.
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Breast Cancer DCIS
Lindsay Hakimi
Cancer helped me to learn to value my time and only say “yes” to the things that I want to do!
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Glioblastoma
Maddy Humphreys
I am proud to be living proof that statistics can get it wrong!
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Hodgkins Lymphoma
Madison Pollack
Cancer led me to my purpose and passion in life, which is nutrition, mindfulness and holistic health. Without cancer, I wouldn't have as strong of a relationship as I do with my mind and body, and wouldn't have started helping others who are going through cancer treatment or survivorship.
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Anal Cancer
Margie A. Wirth
Find an online support group. We are very open and want to help and support others. 
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Ovarian Cancer
Marieta Alexaki
Cancer has radically changed my life. Through this journey I have become a stronger person.
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Testicular Cancer
Matthew Ode
Cancer brought me closer to my faith, my now wife and family, and gave me a much greater path and purpose to help others.
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Thyroid Cancer
Meredith Nakamura
Cancer taught me (admittedly, in hindsight) that I cannot control the course of my life by holding on tighter. The more I try to stranglehold, the less control I actually have.
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Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Michelle Patidar
Cancer made me wake up and realize the bigger picture of life. It has brought me to my purpose - to help survivors recover from cancer and to help rebuild their immunity, make healthy lifestyle changes, and to help prevent recurrence. Cancer taught me how strong I actually am, how to face my fears, and ultimately how important overall health is. There is no life to live without your health and well-being!
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Leiomyosarcoma of the Colon
Neva Yoder
My faith in God grew and I don't take life for granted! I found freedom and peace in Christ!
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Metastatic Thyroid Cancer
Nikole Shreve
Cancer has positively affected my life by giving me and my family true perspective. It enables you to become laser focused on what truly matters and prioritize those things daily.
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Mantel Cell Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Pam Anderson
This is not a journey I would wish on anyone - but it is journey I am glad I took.
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia & Metastatic Breast Cancer
Renee Firato
Cancer has completely changed my life and I am thankful for the place I’m at. I’ve become a mom, participated in national fundraisers, advocacy, and even shared my story with legislators who are fighting to update the Breast Care Equity Act.
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Head & Neck Cancers
Reynold Giese
Cancer has changed my life because I now understand what others are going through with this disease.
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Glioblastoma
Rita Wolf
Cancer brought me closer to God and made me realize my mortality.
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Non Hodgkins Lymphoma
Sandra Madden
Cancer made me reprioritise myself, gave me the time to be present and see the beauty that was around me. Cancer has shown me that I needed to heal more than my physical body.
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Ovarian Cancer
Sandy Supple
I realized we only have one life to live and you need to enjoy yourself.
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia - AML
Sasha Giovanni Tanori
Cancer made me stronger and proved that I’m more resilient that I ever thought I was.
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Primary Mediastinal B Cell Lymphoma
Shannon Cury
Cancer allowed me to slow down, listen to my body, and reconnect with my voice. When confronted with the impermanence of life, all that remained was peace and self acceptance. That sense of clarity and peace continues to empower me to live a wholehearted purposeful life.
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Glioblastoma
Shenell Malloy
The greatest gift cancer gave me was the opportunity to transform into the strongest and best version of myself. Cancer taught me that we need to give pain the space to breathe, in order to heal. Every painful, heart wrenching situation gives us perspective, and reminds us how we only have this one life to live. It gives us an opportunity to grow and become stronger.
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Skin and Breast Cancers
Sibella Bresciani
In many ways, I see everything from a different perspective.
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Breast Cancer
Sonja Petri
There have been setbacks along the way, and by no means has it been easy, but I wake up thankful every day. Grateful for my life and those around me who continue to support me.
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Colorectal Cancer
Susan Stephens
My mantra during treatment was: “I am cancer free!" I am just waiting for my body to catch up with what my mind already knows.
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Breast Cancer
Tara Coyote
Cancer made me truly appreciate life and gave me a perspective of how fortunate I am to be alive, especially as I came so close to death.
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Breast Cancer
Thandi Montgomery
As hard as this journey was/is, I am crazy enough to believe that every drop of chemo not only killed the bad/good cells, but it destroyed the imposter syndrome that held me back. I’m crazy enough to believe that every round of radiation burned off the pressure of perfectionism. I’m also crazy enough to believe that my struggle with anxiety was removed with every surgical excision. We all have crucible moments and turning points at unexpected times that have transformed us into our true selves. I am a better person because of my cancer journey.
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Breast Cancer
Tiffney Beckloff
Cancer has impacted my life positively by teaching me to live in the moment, be more grateful, and appreciate the little things.
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Multiple Myeloma
Todd Kennedy
A positive way that cancer changed my life is by giving me a sense of purpose in helping other cancer patients
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Colon Cancer
Valarie Yvette Guyton-Culver
I live each day to the fullest. I realized that I am only in competition with myself! I can be the best version of myself! It's ME vs. ME!
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Metastatic Lung Cancer ALK +
Veronica Villanueva
Cancer taught me that I MATTER! I have become intentional about how I live. I have made my lifestyle my medicine.
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