In this powerful episode of Sheila's Take, host Sheila Dunbar welcomes the inspiring Kendell Lenice. Kendell shares her profound journey as a colon cancer survivor, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy and early detection. As we observe Colon Cancer Awareness Month, Kendell's story offers hope, resilience, and a reminder to prioritize our health. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation filled with wisdom, faith, and the power of community support.
00:00 Advocating for Your Health
00:45 Introduction to Sheila's Take
01:16 Meet Kendell Lenice
02:03 Kendell's Colon Cancer Journey Begins
02:37 The Diagnosis and Immediate Reactions
03:53 Facing the Reality of Cancer
05:26 Scheduling Surgery and Initial Reactions
13:10 Sharing the News and Seeking Support
15:42 Preparing for Surgery
24:14 The Importance of Early Detection
25:02 The Importance of Early Detection
26:01 Facing the Diagnosis
28:08 Support System and Faith
31:31 Surgery and Recovery
32:04 Sharing the Journey
38:25 Advocating for Health
40:23 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
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Connect with Kendell Lenice: https://kendelllenice.com/
Keyword:
✅ Colon cancer survivors
✅ Stage 4 colon cancer survivors
✅ Colon cancer survivor story
✅ Colon cancer survivor journey
✅ Colon cancer survival rate
✅ Colon cancer awareness
✅ Beating colon cancer
✅ Early detection of colon cancer
✅ Life after colon cancer
✅ Rectal cancer survivors
✅ Cancer recovery stories
✅ Inspirational cancer stories
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