Finish YOUR Race: Empower Your Life with Strategies from a Cancer Survivor

by Don Armstrong

Don Armstrong was diagnosed with leukemia, a blood cancer that threatened to end his life, in 2005. He endured five rounds of chemo in eight months, culminating in a successful stem cell transplant on May 12, 2006. This was his new "birthday" and his second chance at life. This journey was filled with uncertainty as well as life lessons and huge victories that changed almost every aspect of his life. Don discovered that adversity affects us all, but it doesn't define us -- it's the way we react that determines and changes the outcome. Well into Don's journey with leukemia, he decided he had to give back and make a difference. Since his diagnosis, Don has run 18 marathons (4 internationally), completed a triathlon and a 100-mile bicycle ride, and raised over $100,000 for blood cancer research. Don decided to write Finish YOUR Race to share the extraordinary lessons and strategies he learned while his life was on the line. The strategies he discovered aren't just for cancer patients -- everyone can use them to empower their lives. When you read this uplifting memoir, you will be captivated by Don's story, inspired by his determination and encouraged by his example. You'll learn that it's possible to transcend even the most challenging circumstances, find your life purpose and live it with passion in the process.

204 pages, Hardcover

Published February 7, 2017

Reviews

[Tricia Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Motivating. What are my distractions from meeting goals? Great ideas do share with my students. Believe in myself, words and thoughts have power, life balance chart page 99, pg 129 journal responses to the ten questions ie,, dreams, unlimited money, talents, etc.
When you know your purpose you’re unstoppable!
Can’t have purpose without passion. Passion ignites your purpose - this is true for me!!
Set goals with emotion to promote meaning, substance, and desired result.
Failure is not final unless you refuse to try again.