Join us for the ABTA’s BT5k

Posted on May 9, 2018 by Wendy Santana

Will you help us go GRAY in MAY for brain tumor/cancer awareness? We will be participating in the BT5K Los Angeles Breakthrough for Brain Tumors Run & Walk, an inspiring and fun event benefiting the American Brain Tumor Association (ABTA). JOIN THE TEAM! The more the merrier! We are inviting all our friends and family to join our team in support…

A CHANCE TO BE HEARD

Posted on April 21, 2018 by Wendy Santana

“We are up here to share the stories that too often go unheard and to show the magic that happens when we stop and listen to each other.” – Bruce Lemon, KPCC In Person Host on Unheard LA Remember… ‘earplugs out, sunglasses off, tilt the music stand up, pull the microphone to the side. Oh, and most important of all… you…

A Chance to Be Heard

Posted on April 20, 2018 by Wendy Santana

“We are up here to share the stories that too often go unheard and to show the magic that happens when we stop and listen to each other” – Bruce Lemon, KPCC In Person Host on Unheard LA Remember… ‘earplugs out, sunglasses off, tilt the music stand up, pull the microphone to the side. Oh, and most important of all… you…

KPCC “UNHEARD LA”

Posted on April 4, 2018 by Wendy Santana

I’m so very honored to be included as a storyteller at KPCC’s “Unheard LA” live show on Saturday. Yes, I’m nervous to put myself out there again but there’s nothing like the growth that comes from facing your fears head-on. After struggling to regain my speech for over two years, I’m finally learning that if I let go of perfection…

The Real Badass

Posted on March 27, 2018 by Wendy Santana

I was originally going to call the book I am working on “Badass Brain Cancer Warrior.” Then I realized, that could imply I already consider myself a badass…and truth be told, I’m not a badass—not really—not yet. While there are many badasses in the world, I cannot in good conscience proclaim to be one of them. Don’t get me wrong,…

Hello. My name is Wendy and I’m a recovering workaholic. I'm also a brain tumor/cancer survivor. The purpose of this blog is to share my experiences, memories, resources, and self-discoveries as I continue to transform from a workaholic into a more balanced person. I have read several books and stories about others who have had similar experiences (see the suggested reading page) and each has helped me to get to the place of acceptance of my new normal. My ultimate goal is that by sharing my journey someone else will be helped as well. My vision is that this site will serve as a landing space where people come for information and inspiration. Please feel free to email me with any comments or suggestions at: [email protected]