EP #21: Finding the Humor in Illness with Gunnar Esiason

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We all know that breathing is essential, but what if your ability to breathe became limited over time? Our guest today was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis at the young age of just two years old. He fought for his life then, and he has continued to fight for the lives of the thousands of people impacted by this rare disease. Gunnar Esiason is a patient, advocate, speaker, blogger, podcaster, and a close family member of mine, and in this episode, he shares his journey from sickness to health.

Listen in as Gunnar explains the importance of remaining positive throughout hard times, as well as why we must always consider what others are going through before passing judgement. Very few people have navigated the perils that he has with such selflessness, and I’m sure you won’t want to miss hearing his inspiring story.

We all know that breathing is essential but what if your ability to breathe became limited over time? Our guest today was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis at the young age of just two years old. He fought for his life then and has continued to fight for the lives of the thousands of people impacted by this rare disease.

What You'll Learn In Today's Episode:

  • The impact cystic fibrosis has on thousands of people.

  • What treatment for CF is like.

  • Why you must remain positive through hard times.

  • The importance of considering what others are going through before passing judgment.

  • Why helping your friends and family is critical.

Ideas Worth Sharing:

”As soon as you start to stop and really become victim to the condition and the scenario in which you live, it becomes more challenging than it already is.” - Gunnar Esiason

“There is definitely some humor to be found in illness.” - Gunnar Esiason

“It’s important that we remember we are all in this together.” - Gunnar Esiason

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