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Monday, March 30, 2009

Get Outta The Weeds!

I have been getting to know Don Wilheim because of a mutual friend and Facebook!. A 5-time cancer surivivor who does not know the definition of the word quit. I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of his book, which I hear is amazing! I reached out to him to ask if he could share some thoughts with Citizenhunters and here's what he sent. I hope it helps you like it did me.

Folks, I know things are tough right now. Everyone is paying the price for our collective gluttony of years gone by. We are facing a global financial collapse over the next couple of years. In addition, many of you who are reading this are facing cancer, or someone you care about is. There’s a lot to be down about right now.

But you have a choice. The circumstances that are occurring in your life do NOT dictate how your life turns out. The only thing that directly impacts you is how you choose to view your situation. You control the thoughts that you have! What thoughts are predominant in your mind each day? Are they upbeat thoughts of how you and your family are going to make 2009 an outstanding year? Are you picturing yourself healthy and happy? Are you smiling and enjoying the time doing the things you love?

Or are your thoughts mostly negative… what I call “Being in the Weeds”?

While I think that it’s important that you pay attention to the media and what’s happening in our world right now, I think that it’s wise to continue to manage your daily thoughts and keep a positive spirit.

After all, if you died tomorrow, would you have wanted to waste today with useless, negative mental energy worrying about things you can’t control?

Food for thought, my friends…

Posted by Flavia Colgan @ 4:47 PM Permalink | 8 comments

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0 like this / 0 don't • Posted 7:11 PM, 03/31/2009

As a cancer survivor I know how hard it is to keep a positive mental attitude. Honest, funny and frank, Donald's book is a must for anyone touched by cancer.

— MelMajoros

0 like this / 0 don't • Posted 2:44 AM, 04/01/2009

Flavia, As the husband of a cancer survivor I found Donald's book to be one of the more inspirational books out there. It should be read by both those struck by cancer and their caregivers. There are examples of both what to do and what not to do and Donald is very frank and about his thoughts all the way through his story.

— ejhom

0 like this / 0 don't • Posted 10:23 AM, 04/01/2009

This Time's A Charm is not only a touching story of a cancer survivor but an insightful look at one man's ability to live his life on his own terms. Thanks very much Don. We all wish you the best.

— tcrecips

0 like this / 0 don't • Posted 10:42 AM, 04/01/2009

Don and his book are emblematic of the growing concerns surrounding cancer in young adults, for whom there has been *zero* improvement in survival rates over the past 30 years, as opposed to every single other age group. This is not ok and precisely why stories like his are not only relevant to the public health agenda but to the hundreds of thousands of other young adult survivors who feel they're all alone in this fight with no hope for a better future. -- Matthew Zachary 13-Year Young Adult Survivor Founder/CEO I'm Too Young For This! Cancer Foundation mzachary@imtooyoungforthis.org http://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewzachary http://StupidCancer.org Twitter: http://twitter.i2y.com Facebook: http://facebook.i2y.com "Stupid Cancer!"

— matthewzachary

0 like this / 0 don't • Posted 10:45 AM, 04/01/2009

Donald’s book is raw, uncensored, and full of truth, with no sugar coating! He leaves nothing out including his feelings during treatment and his ability to be an inspiration to other cancer patients! This Times a Charm is a great book!

— stacy martello

0 like this / 0 don't • Posted 10:50 AM, 04/01/2009

Don is a true inspiration and the way he's responded to this challenge in his life can be a model for anyone, whether or not they've been touched by cancer! But for those that have been touched by cancer it's a clear wake up call that it's not an 'all is lost battle', it's win-able and there is hope and the best can still be yet to come!

— RedJeep

0 like this / 0 don't • Posted 5:35 PM, 04/01/2009

Being able to wring hope out of any ounce of struggle, and to match every challenge with positivity and dedication is something that we all can learn from Donald Wilhelm. This book has helped so many people, survivors, care-givers and anyone who wishes to view themselves, the people around them, and their lives in a positive way. His journey is the embodiment of mind of matter.

— GinaDiponio

0 like this / 0 don't • Posted 10:45 AM, 04/06/2009

I am an oncology nurse, and I am 100% convinced that a positive attitude can either keep someone alive or cause their disease to progress faster. Don's book had me laughing from start to finish, and I bought a copy for the oncology floor of my hospital. The patients love it too, and it helps them feel less alone in their fights, which is so important! I can't say enough about it- he is the definition of a survivor and more.

— kristy9502

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About Flavia Colgan

Flavia Colgan is an editorial board member of the Philadelphia Daily News. She served as chief of staff to Pennsylvania's Lieutenant Governor - the first woman and youngest ever to serve in the position - and also served as a member of Governor Ed Rendell's senior staff. She has been seen as a commentator on the Fox News Channel, and is known for TV series such as Miracle Quest (Travel Channel) and Extraordinary People (CBS). Flavia is a regular contributor to the Huffington Post, Politics PA, the Allentown Morning Call and the Daily News. Read Complete Bio

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