The Unexpected Gift: Profiles in Courage from Cancer Survivorship - Softcover

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When a person first receives a cancer diagnosis, their first thought is often, ''Why me?'' The remarkable men and women featured in this book have turned that question into ''Why not me?'' These heroes come from diverse backgrounds, cultures, ages; their types and stages of cancer likewise vary widely. But what these spokespeople share is the desire to inspire us, in direct and nontechnical language, to experience adversity as an opportunity. Featuring twenty-one first-person essays, The Unexpected Gift: Profiles in Courage from Cancer Survivorship, introduced by beloved physician, community leader, and survivor Dr. Ophelia Garmon-Brown, explores themes such as the importance of sharing the cancer experience with one's community, the preciousness of life, positive personality traits that can emerge or develop in times of trial, the deepening of faith, a new stewardship of one's physical wellness, and the necessity of perseverance. Together, these voices create a complex and powerful portrait of courage, resiliency, and the meaning of survivorship. The Unexpected Gift empowers and uplifts patients, family members, and caregivers alike with a message of hope. All proceeds from the sale of The Unexpected Gift will benefit the Novant Health Foundation. ''There's something within us that cannot be quantified, that cannot be easily measured, and that is an individual's spirit. Cancer itself is not a gift, but how you deal with it can turn it into one. Our hope is that these stories will contribute to your resiliency, whether you are a patient yourself or the family member or loving friend of someone who is.'' -- Dr. Ophelia Garmon-Brown, physician, community leader, survivor

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