Diagnosed with ovarian cancer at the age of three. Facing a diagnosis of an inoperable cyst located at the base of my brain which was completed by a hydrocephalus diagnosis. Then being told at the age of 9 that I would lose my remaining ovary to noncancerous cyst and tumors, one could say my life had a very tumultuous beginning. This beginning came to a screeching peak, at the age of 19 when I found myself faced with another brain surgery, which would change the trajectory of my life.
After surgery, I was completely debilitated. I had double vision, inability to walk without assistance, and developed chemical meningitis. It seemed as if my life was coming to an abrupt and early end. After battling for several months to regain my health, I found myself angry, frustrated, lost, and confused at how all of these traumatic experiences would help me in my personal and professional life. It was at this moment, I began to evaluate my perspective concerning life. I had to decide if I was going to be miserable or motivated and use my life to make a difference.
At the age of 19, through much prayer, I was given the word SOAR and now encourage every person I know facing a chronic or terminal diagnosis ; they too can SOAR. Learning to SOAR has empowered me to move from survivor to SurvivorTHRIVERTM with a desire to help others do the same.
Tiffany R. Easley – The SOAR Strategist
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