Shining Brightly

Episode Summary – "YOU CAN’T CHANGE YOUR LIFE – UNTIL YOU CHANGE YOUR MIND” in Episode 52 of the Shining Brightly Podcast show (links in the comments), titled, “LOSING MY MIND - FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA (FTD)” please meet my very special guest, Kris Bowring. He is a son, husband, and father. bass player, VP and business executive, motorcycle rider and SO MUCH MORE. He lived with ME and the MYSTERY of what was going on with his health. The secret he was told to hide. Finally. He was diagnosed after 18 long months and stuttering lead his doctors to finally figure it out, he has FTD. This quiet and hard to diagnose disease has severe symptoms of aphasia (loss of the ability to understand or express speech, caused by brain damage). Hollywood actor Bruce Willis (caregiver angel - wife Emma) was diagnosed with FTD after 3 long years. Hear Kris’s story for the first time on a podcast of how his life has been changed and he is living with FTD and what he has learned. Join me to learn about Kris’ courageous story (caregiver angel – wife Cassie). Please listen, download, review and share this incredible episode.

Mentioned Resources

Kris Bowring - LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenbowring/

Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration

https://www.theaftd.org/

National Aphasia Association

https://www.aphasia.org/

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/frontotemporal-disorders

About the guest –

Kris Bowring, and I have FTD. Currently, I have a Logogenic Variant PPA. My brain damage is in the Frontal, Temporal, and Parietal Lobes of each with various damage. I will be very honest, authentic, and fair. I felt that the Global FTD Awareness Week was the perfect time to tell my short story. Me and the mystery. I was a Vice President of Innovation and Development, it was a decent job, but I wasn’t the me, I knew I should be. My wife knew something was wrong, at one point we thought it was Meniere's disease symptoms of Vertigo, tinnitus, and hearing loss. Still, I worked harder, and she watched while I began to be slightly paranoid. I left the company. Shortly after the job loss, I decided to have an outpatient surgery procedure since I had time. My time with the Doctor showed no illness or anything else. I was PERFECT. She asked, “If there were any other questions,” and my response was “I’ve heard about long-term COVID-causing stuttering, I’ve never stuttered.”  She must have noticed as well, and she scheduled a neurologist immediately. Seemed every test required blood work. Our doctor was very aware when I told her I was stuttering, I have never stuttered in my life, but it is a big symptom. We met with the Surgeon, several tests, and two MRI reviews. Then I was sent to a Neuropsychological Therapist and took five hours of crazy testing brain testing and puzzles. My PET Scan was on Valentine's Day 2023 and the results were in, I have Frontal, Temporal, and Parietal damage. All this work on and around me, the doctors, nurses, PA’s all did great work. The teams knew what to do. It took only 10 months to have the complete diagnosis. This is not what so many don’t experience, 3.6 years is way too long. We simply need to get the right people in place to understand, more people in the system need to know more. Terminal? Yes, it is. How long do I have, the answer is we don't know. During that same period, we needed to manage the insurance, financial resources, and the government for disability services and state services. There is a cost to all the needed Services. There is tremendous pressure, time, and anxiety. The anguish FTD creates, in all the mess, all the anxiety, all the anxious worry at 3:57 AM. FTD won’t reveal what will happen, what are the likely deficits in functions coming, how much time, and the anger. This is where I privately cry, it will break any man or woman. This is the end of you, this is the end of your ego, and you crash into your broken default behavior. It’s just you. Alone and enormous.

The Quiet did Come. We had a terrible 2022 year, but then two angels came to my battle-worn ego. They rescued me and turned me into a Yes-Man. Are we happy, in general, maybe, we have our moments, and those moments are creating more. I do have Miracles, and I walk beside them every day, and I cannot believe the caliber of my miracles, and friendship. Do I have a worthy purpose? Yes, and working, FTD is a known unknown, and many doctors, neurologists, and neural surgeons need to get known. Corporations need to know the people who directly interface with the Patient.

About the Host:

Howard Brown is a best-selling author, award-winning international speaker, Silicon Valley entrepreneur, interfaith peacemaker, and a two-time stage IV cancer survivor. He is also a sought-after speaker and consultant for corporate businesses, nonprofits, congregations, and community groups. Howard has co-founded two social networks that were the first to connect religious communities around the world. He is a nationally known patient advocate and “cancer whisperer” to many families. Howard, his wife Lisa, and daughter Emily currently reside in Michigan, and his happy place is on the basketball court.

Website

Http://www.shiningbrightly.com

Social Media

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/howard.brown.36

LinkedIn - https://wwwlinkedin.com/in/howardsbrown

Instagram - @howard.brown.36

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Episode Summary – RIP, RIP TATER CHIP SAYS CARL VERSIO 2.0! In Episode ## of the Shining Brightly Podcast show (links in the comments) titled, “SURVIVING – PURELY OUT OF SPITE” please meet Carl and Melissa Boehm. WE played a game of “he said – she said” on how they met as a couple and then telling his incredible story publicly for the first time of Carl, age 38, suffering a grand mal seizure and Melissa rushing him to the hospital. A stage IV terminal brain cancer patient that had massive surgery and chemotherapy. Carl 2.0 has a ZEST and POSITIVITY FOR LIFE that is so inspiring. Learn why Carl uses cold plunges 4 times a week to help him heal. Come feel the ENERGY, LOVE and RESILIENCE to get back up again and again.

Mentioned Resources

Carl Boehm on Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100004134766207

Help Support Carl and Melissa on Go Fund Me

https://www.gofundme.com/f/please-help-support-carl-and-melissa

About the guest – Carl Boehm has a story of inspiration to share. He is a brain cancer survivor after suffering a grand mal seizure. A tonic-clonic seizure, previously known as a grand mal seizure, causes a loss of consciousness and violent muscle contractions. He was rushed to a local hospital by his wife Melissa. He had a craniotomy to remove a 3-inch peach sized tumor from his brain. He is currently in chemotherapy. Carl and his zest for life, shear resilience and exuberant energy are an inspiration for so many people to live his best life for himself and family every day.

About the Host:

Howard Brown is a best-selling author, award-winning international speaker, Silicon Valley entrepreneur, interfaith peacemaker, and a two-time stage IV cancer survivor. He is also a sought-after speaker and consultant for corporate businesses, nonprofits, congregations, and community groups. Howard has co-founded two social networks that were the first to connect religious communities around the world. He is a nationally known patient advocate and “cancer whisperer” to many families. Howard, his wife Lisa, and daughter Emily currently reside in Michigan, and his happy place is on the basketball court.

Website

Http://www.shiningbrightly.com

Social Media

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/howard.brown.36

LinkedIn - https://wwwlinkedin.com/in/howardsbrown

Instagram - @howard.brown.36

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Episode Summary – You are not born to HATE. It is a learned behavior. You can choose to HATE or be KIND. In Episode 50 of the Shining Brightly Podcast show, titled “THEY HATE ME BUT DON’T EVEN KNOW ME”, I offer a solo show to talk about the explosion of hate, violence and the giant divide we have in humanity today. I share my first exposure to antisemitism / bullying in high school but much of my life I have not faced direct hate growing up and as an adult. I have chosen to get deeply involved in INTERFAITH outreach and work from the Jewish Community outward for the Muslim, Christian, Hindu, Asian, Afro-American communities and more. I share my Shining Brightly book discussion guide on INTERFAITH BRIDGE BUILDING – “WHY DO THIS WORK”. It is my hope that you will join the Shining Brightly movement to join hands and become a force multiplier for good and positive change in your home, neighborhoods, communities and this world. Please download, listen, share, and review this deeply personal episode. I hope to change the title of a new episode in the future to “THEY LOVE ME BECAUSE THEY GOT TO KNOW ME”

Mentioned Resources

Website - https://www.shiningbrightly.com/

Podcast - https://shining-brightly.captivate.fm/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/howardsbrown

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/howard.brown.36

Shining Brightly - Interfaith Bridge Building – discussion guide

https://readthespirit.com/explore/wp-content/uploads/sites/16/2022/09/Howard-Brown-Shining-Brightly-Discussion-Guide-Interfaith-Bridge-Building.pdf

Southern Poverty Law Center

TEN WAYS TO FIGHT HATE: A COMMUNITY RESPONSE GUIDE

https://www.splcenter.org/20170814/ten-ways-fight-hate-community-response-guide#act

About the guest – Howard

Brown is a Silicon Valley entrepreneur, best-selling author of Shining Brightly, award-winning international speaker, inspirational podcaster, interfaith bridgebuilder, survivorship coach, health technology consultant and two-time stage IV cancer patient and survivor 30 years apart. He shares the keys to leading a resilient life with hope that drives successful community leaders, business innovators and healthcare patient advocates. Be prepared to

be inspired!

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ROMANCE, LOVE AND DATING – SWIPE RIGHT AND LEFT. In Episode 48 of the Shining Brightly Podcast Show titled WHAT IS TRUE LOVE? I am joined by the amazing and energetic “CUPID WHISPERER” Ry Duong. How do you start in the cultivation of True Love?  We discuss self-love for the individual and the couple. Ry helps you shine on your first date and more. Should you split the check or kiss on the first date? Respect, honesty and communication are vital. Relationships are a team sport. Check out Ry’s upcoming LOVE summit – From Heartbreak to "Happily Ever After" - Wednesday, October 25th, at 11.00 AM to Friday, October 27th, at 7.00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) (sign up link in the comments). Come download, listen, share and review this fun filled show all about finding TRUE LOVE!

Mentioned Resources –

Website: https://Leaderfortruelove.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ry.duong.940

Instagram: @leader_for_true_love

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderfortruelove/

Free gift: 3 Qualities For Long-Term Relationship PDF

https://highcaliberconnectionsforum.now.site/home

30 minute - Free Love Assessment

Booking Link https://calendly.com/leaderfortruelove

LOVE summit – From Heartbreak to "Happily Ever After" - Wednesday, October 25th, at 11.00 AM to Friday, October 27th, at 7.00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

https://from-heartbreak-to-summit-2310.eventraptor.com/

About the Guest – Ry Duong, also known as the Cupid Whisperer and Leader for True Love, is a relationship coach with a passion for helping single women attract their ideal partners. Having overcome personal struggles and witnessed the devastating impact of heartbreak, Ry is dedicated to empowering others to find love and create fulfilling relationships. With a track record of success stories, Ry understands the challenges of dating firsthand and brings a unique perspective to her coaching approach. Her mission is to guide individuals towards finding compatible, lasting love and living their dreams.

About the Host:

Howard Brown is a best-selling author, award-winning international speaker, Silicon Valley entrepreneur, interfaith peacemaker, and a two-time stage IV cancer survivor. He is also a sought-after speaker and consultant for corporate businesses, nonprofits, congregations, and community groups. Howard has co-founded two social networks that were the first to connect religious communities around the world. He is a nationally known patient advocate and “cancer whisperer” to many families. Howard, his wife Lisa, and daughter Emily currently reside in Michigan, and his happy place is on the basketball court.

Website

Http://www.shiningbrightly.com

Social Media

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/howard.brown.36

LinkedIn - https://wwwlinkedin.com/in/howardsbrown

Instagram - @howard.brown.36

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ARE YOU THE LEADER OF THE PACK? Teamwork, timing, conditioning, chemistry, conditions and skill get you across the finish line. I am talking about business and life but in Episode 48 of the Shining Brightly Podcast Show (links in the comments), my special guest Tanya McCready takes us behind the scenes in breeding Siberian Huskies that become a pack to lead a sled across the Alaskan tundra in the Iditarod Dog Sled Race. Winter-dance is based in Ontario, Canada and the home and business of breeding, training, touring dogs, family and maple syrup. Tanya is the pit crew chief, author and TEDx speaker, Hank is the trainer and drives the sled and all the McCready kids pitched-in along the way. Come learn what it takes to be like Maverick, a lead dog on a sled and a lead dog in business. Please check out this fun and interesting show. Please listen, download, share and review.

Mentioned Resources

Speaker Website - https://tanyamccready.com

Dogsled + company website - https://www.winterdance.com/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-mccready-winterdance/

Facebook – https://facebook.com/tanya.mccready.3

Amazon - https://tinyurl.com/tanya-books

Iditarod Dreaming

Journey of 1000 Miles

About the guest –  Tanya McCready along with her husband Hank DeBruin, fell in love with a husky puppy in a pet store almost 30 years ago. Adopting that puppy ended up changing the entire trajectory of their lives. After reading books and watching movies to better understand this pup, they decided to try dogsledding. A passion was found and their husky family quickly grew to 7. In 1999 Tanya quit her job as an Environmental Engineer, gave up her plans to go to law school. Hank quit his job as a millwright, they rented out their house and moved to the wilderness of Haliburton, Ontario, to chase a dream of starting a business, a lifestyle and a family around their beloved dogs. Winter-dance was born. Winter-dance now welcomes over 2000 guests from around the globe every winter to experience travelling through the Winter-dance with their beloved huskies. Hank and their huskies have had many adventures from Maine to Alaska including competing in six 1000-mile races in Alaska and the Yukon. The lessons and stories that have come from these races have created 2 best-selling books. The latest Journey of 1000 Miles has become an international best seller. Tanya, Hank and their huskies have been featured in some of the biggest media outlets in the world including CNN and New York Times to name a few. Their huskies have been featuredin dozens of TV shows, movies, commercials and music videos. Tanya and Hank also have a 2500 tree maple syrup farm on their 2,000-acre property. They share their lives with their 4 children, 150 huskies and 3 cats.

About the Host:

Howard Brown is a best-selling author, award-winning international speaker, Silicon Valley entrepreneur, interfaith peacemaker, and a two-time stage IV cancer survivor. He is also a sought-after speaker and consultant for corporate businesses, nonprofits, congregations, and community groups. Howard has co-founded two social networks that were the first to connect religious communities around the world. He is a nationally known patient advocate and “cancer whisperer” to many families. Howard, his wife Lisa, and daughter Emily currently reside in Michigan, and his happy place is on the basketball court.

Website

Http://www.shiningbrightly.com

Social Media

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/howard.brown.36

LinkedIn - https://wwwlinkedin.com/in/howardsbrown

Instagram - @howard.brown.36

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Episode Summary – FROM PRISON TO PURPOSE –

IMAGINE 81 MONTHS IN A PANAMANIAN PRISON AND REBUILDING A MEANINGFUL LIFE. In Episode 48 of the Shining Brightly Podcast Show (links in the comments) titled INCARCERATION TO INSPIRATION = JUSTICE, I am joined by Alan Moore an aspiring stylist in the fashion world that was asked to take a trip to Panama and bring back a package. She new in her heart of hearts she was being used as a drug mule with promises of career launch and access to stars. Faced with the harsh reality of being in a foreign country and not knowing the language, Alana had to think about her new reality of prison survival and what type of life she could make during her time there. Alana will give us a preview of her “tell-all” book  and share raw prison life and her ability to help other incarcerated women take a positive step forward each day. The real Justice is her 18-month-old son that does fuel her passion to create the best life for herself and son as a author, motivational speaker, and transformative life coach. Come listen, download, share and review this POWERFUL SHOW you do not want to miss!

Mentioned Resources -

Website - https://alanamoor.my.canva.site

Instagram- @alanamoorspeaks

TikTok– @speakupmoor

Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/alana.moor

 Giveaway Offer - 50% off your first 4 coaching sessions when send me a DM that says

"Shining Brightly"

About the guest

Alana Moor's life took a dramatic turn in 2015 when she was sentenced to 81 months in a Panamanian prison for international drug trafficking, having trusted a client connected to a famous music artist who promised to elevate her fashion dreams. During her 4.5 years behind bars, Alana found strength through self-discipline and daily exercise, emerging not just as a survivor but a thriver. After her release, she founded a foundation aiding incarcerated women, became a certified mindset life coach, and is now a fierce advocate for formerly incarcerated Central American females. Alana's writing a tell-all book, with a mission to impact a million young lives, and as a motivational speaker, she blends raw honesty with humor to inspire resilience and the power to overcome adversity. Afull-time mother to her 18-month-old son, Justice, she embodies the positive ending to her Panama journey, dedicated to uplifting others on their paths of transformation.

About the Host:

Howard Brown is a best-selling author, award-winning international speaker, Silicon Valley entrepreneur, interfaith peacemaker, and a two-time stage IV cancer survivor. He is also a sought-after speaker and consultant for corporate businesses, nonprofits, congregations, and community groups. Howard has co-founded two social networks that were the first to connect religious communities around the world. He is a nationally known patient advocate and “cancer whisperer” to many families. Howard, his wife Lisa, and daughter Emily currently reside in Michigan, and his happy place is on the basketball court.

Website: Http://www.shiningbrightly.com

Social Media

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/howard.brown.36

LinkedIn - https://wwwlinkedin.com/in/howardsbrown

Instagram - @howard.brown.36

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Episode Summary – “REJECTION AND REDIRECTION AND DON’T QUIT – PIVOT” – In Episode 46 of the Shining Brightly Podcast Show (links in the comments) – “Are you motivating yourself or bullying yourself?” – I am joined by Kalyani Pardeshi, TEDx speaker, the only certified Flowcess trainer in Canada and the best-selling / award winning author of UNBULLIED. What is a Flowcess trainer and coach? What is the difference between the inner critic and self-bullying? Get your Inner Critic Awareness Exercise as a FREE GIFT - PDF Download.  As we set goals, we must learn how to differentiate between bullying yourself and using a true growth mindset for achievement. Please come listen, download, review and share this amazing show!

Mentioned Resources –

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kalyani.pardeshi

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kalyani-pardeshi/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kalyanispeaks049/

Book - https://tinyurl.com/UnBullied-Book

Inner Critic Awareness Exercise

– FREE GIFT - PDF Download

https://www.kalyanispeaks.com/_files/ugd/0e1f3a_a4f77bcc4d0f437a813071b8150c25ea.pdf

Website: https://www.kalyanispeaks.com/

About the guest

Kalyani Pardeshi is a TEDx speaker, the only certified Flowcess trainer in Canada and a multiple award-winning author. She teaches people how to stop bullying themselves by discovering their Uniqueness and mastering their thought processes. Kalyani has collaborated with the Calgary Military Family Resource Centre to conduct her comprehensive six-week self-bullying intervention course. She has delivered informative presentations for parents and teens, focusing on the topic of self-bullying and presented a compelling talk on Uniqueness to Excuses to Connect which centered around the exploration of one's individuality, uncovering their Intangible Drivers, and overcoming obstacles to embrace one’s authentic self. She has also presented a thought-provoking talk to the Inclusive Leadership in a Virtual World on Unraveling the Illusion of Motivation: The Dark Side of Inspirational Quotes exploring unseen self-bullying behaviors from seemingly positive messages. She was invited to speak at TEDxCalgary tackling the topic of navigating the fine line between self-motivation and self-bullying.

About the Host:

Howard Brown is a best-selling author, award-winning international speaker, Silicon Valley entrepreneur, interfaith peacemaker, and a two-time stage IV cancer survivor. He is also a sought-after speaker and consultant for corporate businesses, nonprofits, congregations, and community groups. Howard has co-founded two social networks that were the first to connect religious communities around the world. He is a nationally known patient advocate and “cancer whisperer” to many families. Howard, his wife Lisa, and daughter Emily currently reside in Michigan, and his happy place is on the basketball court.

Website

Http://www.shiningbrightly.com

Social Media

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/howard.brown.36

LinkedIn - https://wwwlinkedin.com/in/howardsbrown

Instagram - @howard.brown.36

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Episode Summary – “I HAVE 3 KIDNEYS AND THAT’S NO JOKE!” in Episode 45 of the Shining Brightly Podcast Show (links in the comments) – “Comedy – Growth and Kidney Disease”, I am joined by Aj Coulter, a young onset stage IV kidney disease patient, transplant recipient, survivor and comedian. He shares his courageous battle at age 27 and the feelings of isolation after being diagnosed with kidney disease, endless hours of dialysis and then a kidney transplant to help save his life. We discovered we are both TWINS too. Upon his recovery, Cj decided to share his journey and gratitude through comedy! So come listen, download, share and review this inspiring and very funny show!

Mentioned Resources

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aj_coulter2/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wix

LinkedIn:  http://www.linkedin.com/in/jazrome-coulter

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ajcoulter2

Website: https://www.diseasedjokes.org/

About the guest –

Jazrome (Aj) Coulter has showcased his talents across the United States at conferences, clubs and events. He is a comedian who appeals to all ages and audiences by incorporating his personal experiences with clever wordplay and engaging storytelling. He also shares his journey of living with kidney disease, which adds depth and emotional resonance to his performances. His shows are sure to evoke a range of emotions, leaving you unsure whether to laugh or cry at any given moment.

About the Host:

Howard Brown is a best-selling author, award-winning international speaker, Silicon Valley entrepreneur, interfaith peacemaker, and a two-time stage IV cancer survivor. He is also a sought-after speaker and consultant for corporate businesses, nonprofits, congregations, and community groups. Howard has co-founded two social networks that were the first to connect religious communities around the world. He is a nationally known patient advocate and “cancer whisperer” to many families. Howard, his wife Lisa, and daughter Emily currently reside in Michigan, and his happy place is on the basketball court.

Website

Http://www.shiningbrightly.com

Social Media

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/howard.brown.36

LinkedIn - https://wwwlinkedin.com/in/howardsbrown

Instagram - @howard.brown.36

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CAREGIVERS ARE ANGELS ON THIS EARTH! In Episode 44 of the Shining Brightly Podcast Show: “How to Win When Life is Overwhelming”. I am joined by the amazing thought leader, mom, speaker, author facilitator, caregiver and so much more - Heidi Rome. We get into the details of caregiving for her ill mom and then autistic son Ethan. The gift of Ethan’s few words changed her narrative and let to a best-selling book – “You Just Have to Love Me” and Founder of the Mom’s Spectrum Oasis (an Autism Support Community). We discuss her journey, personal growth and the ability to make small but powerful “Win/When” choices even as we face daunting change and challenges. Come listen, download, share and review this amazing show!

Mentioned Resources

Website - www.heidirome.com

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidi-rome-8b60a110/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/heidi.o.rome

Book – “You Just Have To love Me” –https: //tinyurl.com/YouJustHaveToLoveMe

Email - [email protected]

Workshops for orgs and corporations - “How to Win When Life is Overwhelming”

About the guest – Heidi Rome is a thought leader, mom, speaker, author, staff facilitator, mentor, encourager, perspective-shifter, and creator. Founder of Moms Spectrum Oasis, she is also an advocate for the severe autism community. Drawing from a lifetime of experience juggling the demands of caregiving with personal growth and self-actualization, Heidi now gently guides us all to shift out of suffering and overwhelm, and to make small-but-powerful, loving “Win/When” choices even as we humans face daunting change and challenges. 

About the Host:

Howard Brown is a best-selling author, award-winning international speaker, Silicon Valley entrepreneur, interfaith peacemaker, and a two-time stage IV cancer survivor. He is also a sought-after speaker and consultant for corporate businesses, nonprofits, congregations, and community groups. Howard has co-founded two social networks that were the first to connect religious communities around the world. He is a nationally known patient advocate and “cancer whisperer” to many families. Howard, his wife Lisa, and daughter Emily currently reside in Michigan, and his happy place is on the basketball court.

Website

Http://www.shiningbrightly.com

Social Media

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/howard.brown.36

LinkedIn - https://wwwlinkedin.com/in/howardsbrown

Instagram - @howard.brown.36

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YOUNG ONSET CANCER IS ON THE RISE! In Episode 43 of the Shining Brightly Podcast Show (links in the comments) “THERE IS NO WHY” you will meet Ashlee (mom) and Michael (son) Cramer who share an EXTREMELEY SIMILAR AND EMOTIONAL story to my first stage IV T-cell non-Hodgkins Lymphoma diagnosis, treatment (bone marrow – stem cell transplant from my twin sister) and survivorship in 1989. This amazing young stage IV CANCER patient / survivor and SUPER MOM share their story of shock, treatment, survivorship, courage, strength, hope and PURE LOVE.

Mentioned Resources

Website - https://michaelandmomtalkcancer.com/

Donate - https://michaelandmomtalkcancer.com/donate/

Podcast – https://open.spotify.com/show/49Zkq8eOhzy2hrcUeYdKJy

Instagram Michael - https://www.instagram.com/michaelreidcramer/

Instagram Ashlee - https://www.instagram.com/ashlee_cramer/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgq_YuUom1SqvsowyWyhu2Q

TikTok Michael - https://www.tiktok.com/@yeahisurf

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelandmomfightcancer

Ashee's email - [email protected]

Michael email [email protected]

The app is called Circles.  Free to download in the app store.

Michael's group is Fridays at 5pm, "Cancer Survivor Support Group."

Ashlee’s is Saturdays 10am, "Coping for Cancer Caregivers"

About the guests – Ashlee and Michael Cramer

Let me introduce you to Michael and Ashlee (AKA “mom”). Michael Cramer is a 22-year-old cancer survivor, bone marrow (stem cell) transplant recipient, social media influencer, motivational hero. Quick flashback, Michael was born in Paris, grew up in Miami. He was a surfer, skater, on the Olympic Development team for windsurfing. Ashlee (mom) was a dancer turned early childhood educator turned cancer caregiver. In 2014 her husband was diagnosed with Large B Cell Lymphoma. She became the sole source of income, the caregiver for her husband, as well as mom and dad to their three children. Tragically, he died in 2016, but this only brought the family closer.

July 14, 2020, heartbreak hit again. Michael was diagnosed with an insanely rare and aggressive cancer, Hepatosplenic T-cell lymphoma. Less than 200 documented cases ever. Average survival 8 months. Ashlee quit her job to be with Michael full-time. Miraculously, 3 years later, Michael’s alive. He’s been through chemo, radiation, bone marrow transplant, near fatal GVHD (graft versus host disease), hospital admissions for gastroparesis, liver failure, AVN (avascular necrosis), it goes on. Through it all, Ashlee never left his side, and their relationship became an unbreakable bond. Together the two have taken this heartbreak and found “beauty in pain”. It’s their theme.  That and “love”. The journey of Michael’s cancer became a story to share, a purpose to fulfill. The mother and son

started a podcast, Michael and Mom Talk Cancer, and soon after, a website, a blog, YouTube videos. They use social media to update and inspire, and now they are sharing their inspirational perspective through motivational speaking. Michael is still in treatment for complications from his cancer and bone marrow transplant, but he’s alive and in remission. Michael and Ashlee speak together, doing all they can to fulfill their purpose of love and connection, not only with the cancer community, but with anyone who needs inspiration and motivation.

About the Host:

Howard Brown is a best-selling author, award-winning international speaker, Silicon Valley entrepreneur, interfaith peacemaker, and a two-time stage IV cancer survivor. He is also a sought-after speaker and consultant for corporate businesses, nonprofits, congregations, and community groups. Howard has co-founded two social networks that were the first to connect religious communities around the world. He is a nationally known patient advocate and “cancer whisperer” to many families. Howard, his wife Lisa, and daughter Emily currently reside in Michigan, and his happy place is on the basketball court.

Website: Http://www.shiningbrightly.com

Social Media

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/howard.brown.36

LinkedIn - https://wwwlinkedin.com/in/howardsbrown

Instagram - @howard.brown.36

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