109. How Prostate Cancer Made Geoff More Open and Empathetic

109. How Prostate Cancer Made Geoff More Open and Empathetic

Today, we talk with Geoffrey, a real Geoffrey. #IYKYK

Often, we hear the negative side of having prostate cancer but today, we will focus on the good.

Thanks to Geoff and his journey.

Geoff was 65 when he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. It all started when in the freeway, he had the uncontrollable urge to go to the loo. After this episode and a few tests, he received his diagnosis.

At first, he didn't understand the results being shown to him. His words were, 'what I'm seeing was unintelligible'.

But eventually, he was able to cope and was accepting of his coming surgery. In fact, he was feeling well-prepared.

His secrets? Acceptance. Proper Preparation. Journaling. Setting realistic expectations.

He kept a diary - it was a sort of discipline, a methodology to keep himself on track.

He did his research. And with this, he was able to set realistic expectations.

Now at 67 years old, he feels grateful for the experience. It seemed as though having prostate cancer made him a more open, empathetic person.

This episode will touch upon a lot of topics - Geoff's prostate cancer recovery, the importance of pelvic floor preparation, of why some men seem to be more comfortable talking with women about their health, pilates, yoga, and the Stockdale Paradox.

Geoff will explain the Stockdale Paradox, how this helped him with his preparation and mindset, and how important it is to have the absolute conviction that things are going to be okay.

It's going to be another episode full of lessons... and we hope you get to learn a lot, too!

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