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Published Apr 3, 2020

334: I Was Supposed to Die Five Years Ago | Feedback Friday

Jordan Harbinger and Jason DeFillippo delve into navigating mental health challenges with a partner, overcoming personal battles like a terminal brain tumor, and tackling workplace stressors, offering practical advice and inspiration.
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  • Health Battles

    shares his harrowing journey of being diagnosed with a terminal brain tumor shortly after his 28th birthday. Despite the grim prognosis, he managed to reduce the tumor by 50 percent through hard work, persistence, and the support of medical professionals. Jason's story is a testament to resilience and the power of the human spirit in overcoming seemingly insurmountable odds 1.

    Through a tremendous amount of hard work, persistence, luck, and caring work of multiple doctors and health professionals, I've been able to nurse my body back to health.

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    His journey underscores the importance of determination and a positive mindset in the face of life-threatening challenges.

       

    Life Choices

    Jason's dilemma now revolves around how to live his life with an uncertain future. He contemplates whether to pursue long-term goals like getting a job or a master's degree or to enjoy life through travel and leisure. advises prioritizing personal fulfillment and not living by others' expectations 2.

    Make a huge list of things you'd like to do. Anything at all, work, life, career, travel or otherwise, and then order it by priority, your priority -- not by what other people want.

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    This approach encourages a balanced perspective, allowing Jason to find meaning and satisfaction regardless of the time he has left.

       

    Finding Motivation

    The discussion also touches on finding motivation and inspiring others to pursue their goals. and Jason explore how to encourage someone to turn a hobby into a business without adding undue pressure. They emphasize the importance of building confidence and enjoying the process rather than focusing solely on monetization 3.

    People who just do things because there is no result other than relaxing and enjoying it, there's really no benefit to then adding pressure and making it not fun and stressful.

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    This perspective helps in nurturing a supportive environment where personal growth and enjoyment are prioritized.

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