I love the original post. So much of this journey is mindset which can determine how we deal with the physical and mental issues that arise. When I was given my PCa diagnosis in December 2023, it became personal to me. I was going to terminate my cancer. That was one of the reasons I opted for radiation and ADT, so I could be part of that termination process.

I named my cancer, and spoke to it verbally and mentally daily reminding it that I was going to eliminate it from my body and my life. I got a six month dose of Eligard on February 14 (the irony was not lost on me ;-). Prior to the shot, I ramped up my workout routine and was more mindful about eating a cleaner diet. After the shot, I still worked out regularly, even though I could feel the loss of strength at times. My endurance was affected at times, and my recovery periods were often longer. I had to slow down at times or lighten the load at times, but I didn't stop working out or focusing on my goal of eliminating my PCa my way.

I experienced mild hot/warm flashes at times, and noticed some flab develop as we moved towards the radiation phase. It was discouraging at times, but I also kept after it by working out, hitting power yoga classes, walking if running was not an option and generally trying to be kind to myself.

I started five fractions of SBRT (TruBeam STX) in early May and had my final round on May 17. At that point, I pronounced my cancer dead in my mind. I have not yet had my first post-treatment PSA test, that's coming up in a couple of weeks. However, having a definitive goal allowed my to focus on my PCa and take the battle to it.

I refused to let cancer define me, and fought it on my terms. Many things are out of our control. But how we choose to respond to events in our life can make the difference in our outcomes.

Have a great weekend, warriors, and don't ever give up.

~Scott