Cancer and how a moment of realisation changes everything

[@derekness7900]

Woody thanks for this. When I got my diagnosis 14 months ago for stage 4 PC my life was turned upside down. After dealing with the shock ( a few months later), I decided to go for it and just live life. Since the it has been wonderful. Every day is a bonus. My family life is great. My work life is great. I am doing my best work ever. Last week I had a slightly difficult client but I didn’t let it bother me , as you say it doesn’t matter - we are immune you and me and all the others with stage 4, ( it all got sorted out with the client amicably anyway). They say cancer is a new chapter in your life and they are not wrong. I didn’t chose to be here but I am not going to crawl under the duvet and hope it will all go away. It is 0633 on a Sunday morning and I am off now for my 80 minutes blast on my road bike- 😊

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

I love this comment, thank you for your inspiration 🙏❤️

[@derekness7900]

@@Livingwith-prostatecancer Thanks Woody

[@schmingusss]

That's a great attitude Woody. Sometimes it's tough to remember how lucky we are to just be alive.

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

It really is, sometimes we forget how to live and then something like cancer comes along and wakes us up🙏

[@TBB3rd]

Thanks. Beautiful sentiment.

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

Thanks for listening

[@josephmarchioni8065]

Hi from France , sorry for my bad english. I ve been diagnosed with adénocarcinome on April. I ve a T2C N+M0, Gleason 4+3 ... Im on ADT ( Eligard 45 mg) and my doctors want me to keep ABIRATERONE also before radiotherapy...I m a little bit afraid about the side effects of this molecule...I wish the best recovery for all who watch this video. 🙏🙏🙏

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

Thank you Joseph and I wish you the very best too in your treatment. Try not to be too frightened it’s not as bad as you think it’s going to be it rarely is.

[@MarkBenson-v8t]

I came out of Sainsbury’s the other day , thinking and moaning about some irrelevant nonsense and saw a young chap in a wheel chair who was disabled but he had the biggest best smile on his face, I smiled back , he humbled and reminded me that we complain about the stupidest and most trivial and ridiculous things on a daily basis. We should remember to live for the day. Loved your message Woody . Cheshire farmer,Best wishes, Fin

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

Hi Fin it’s a great thing to see things like that, look for the positives around you and your life will be immensely better 🙏

[@johnjardine2006]

Hi Woody, hi from New Zealand. I too have stage 4 prostate cancer. Watching your video gave me a huge amount of inspiration. You put into words incredibly well how I am feeling. Thanks so much for loading these videos.

[@motleydude73]

I'm from NZ too! Stage 4 prostate, and lung, and pelvic bone. Previously had bowel and testicular. I got the whole bad luck lottery, but anywhoo, still battling on. It's nice to meet others in a similar situation as cancer can be a lonely journey at times. Wish you all the best.

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

Thank you John I wish you the best too and I’m glad the videos help in some way🙏

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

Another New Zealander , man you have been through the wringer, keep fighting and keep believing there are so many new treatments around the corner who knows they could find the one that cures us all. 🙏

[@mcakey1648]

Cheers, mate.

[@michaelureadi2884]

Thanks for posting Woody...I always get somesort of gratitude and putting life into perspective, from your videos. Wishing you all the best🙏

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

You are very welcome I’m glad the videos are helping

[@carledquist4039]

Been going through the same thought processes. Trying to explain to my wife the exact same thing. We all have an enlightened experience going through this, that only we can understand. Appreciate your words, and going through the exact same thoughts. You put it into words. Cheers mate. Regards, Carl

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

Thanks Carle

[@bstanford-n3g]

Hi woody, you're absolutely right, it puts life into perspective..Makes us appreciate the smallest of things. Everyday is a gift..Love & hugs. ❤🫂

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

Absolutely!

[@enniscollado202]

Woody,cancer is trying on a person. It tests your tolerance and patience for life at times. I just work through these moments. Thanks for sharing and verifying I am normal with cancer. Blessings brother.

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

You are very welcome and I’m so glad these videos make a difference to some of you, it gives me immense satisfaction to know that🙏

[@keithhill4770]

Your right my friend

[@Birdhouselady]

I needed this today. Thankyou

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

You are so welcome!

[@jsmith9201]

Rarely comment on any video, but your attitude and perspective is powerful. Great video.

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

Thank you very much

[@shadowsonthecheap8361]

Very powerful, Woody. Thank you.

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

Thank you

[@DavidRobinson-c8v]

Thanks for your thoughts whilst going through your journey. I'm seeing my urologist for 1st time this sunday to go over my 1st MRI scan results. My 1st and only PSA was 26 and was told my DRE was abnormal to the touch. I was told to expect perotineal biopsy at meeting too. Been catching up on some of your video's, loads to watch during my journey which i feel is about to start this Sunday, good luck mate 🤞🤞💪💪

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

Good luck on your journey there is a lot of positive stuff going on in the research of prostate cancer 🙏

[@dusanjez2011]

It is nice to be alive, so true.

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

Absolutely the alternative is just not worth thinking about 🙏

[@n.c.b.8832]

Superb Woody, thumbs up from me.

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

Thank you

[@keitholner7987]

Well done Woody. Your an inspiration.

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

Thank you

[@henryandrews2011]

That’s it! It doesn’t matter. I was bellowing out the ABBA (more Gold) on the drive home from my first radiotherapy treatment for the node in my chest, today.

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

First album I ever bought, I still listen to it now. 🎵🎼🎶

[@patriciawarne]

Great video my husband stage four like you it’s very positive it helps ❤️

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

I'm so glad! It helps

[@jimlovell7006]

Hi Woody, thanks for the update, As you say there are always someone in a similar situation or worse, So keep going do what you can to help yourself,stay as positive as possible, I am also stage 4. Gleason 8+9. Seven years in my fight with this cancer, I do get spells of anxiety and terrible fatigue, but it’s great to be alive. Be with my family and grandson. You’re doing well mate. Thanks James.

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

That’s the spirit Jim keep living life to the max and keep that fight going

[@mikerose6835]

Woody there was a traffic jam the other day and I got stressed and fatigue set in and I wanted to pee. Yes Woody it’s great to be alive even with stage 4 PC.

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

It certainly is Mike we just have to make the best of a bad situation and keep positive no matter what 🙏

[@vaughanfamily3691]

Keep your chin up mate 🙏

[@paulwoods84]

They say there’s always somebody worse off than you, unfortunately Keep going mate😀😀

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

It’s so true

[@jigglerjohn]

Woody, I'm stage 4 too, Gleason 4+5. That's the first time I've ever said that in public!, I'm happy, trying to be the best me in this current day, I've got undetectable PSA (after ADT & RT), this shit all awaits me in the future, It's all l coming my way soon, I know, but I still can't believe it.... WHAT A STRANGE FEELING!. I'm lucky never to have been sick in my life before now (I'm 76 yo). My plan is to keep my head up, stride on and look after my lovely wife & 8 beautiful little grandkids. Be strong - be grateful, my friend, for a really wonderful life in the best ever decade to be born in. Stroll on, you're an inspiration! John

[@gulshani8331]

How many years u survived now?

[@jigglerjohn]

@@gulshani8331 Just one year from diagnosis.

[@Livingwith-prostatecancer]

Hey John , you must be busy with those 8 grand children you are very blessed in many ways my friend keep that positive mindset 🙏