Youngest Guy in the Chemo Ward: How Aaron Chose Confidence in the Face of Cancer

 

“Just waking up and experiencing another day is all I want right now. And I feel like that's something I wanna spread.” —Aaron

Find out what happens when a college freshman is faced with a life-changing cancer diagnosis—and chooses hope over fear. 

Meet Aaron, our guest this week on Dying To Tell You whose youth and optimism shine through every challenge. Aaron shares how, at just 19, he turned a cancer diagnosis—curable but let's be honest...still cancer—into a source of strength, gratitude, and purpose.

His story is a testament to the power of positivity, faith, and the belief that even the toughest news can be the start of something beautiful.

A few highlights:

  • The surprising relief and hope that came with a curable cancer diagnosis

  • Aaron’s experience as one of the youngest patients in the chemo ward

  • How youth, faith, and family fueled Aaron’s positive outlook

  • Turning adversity into opportunity: inspiring others while still in college

  • Lessons on gratitude, resilience, and living fully—no matter your age

Join host Cody Hufstedler for this conversation filled with inspiration, resilience, and a fresh perspective on life’s hardest moments.

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>>Theme Music by Michael Shynes, "The Other Side"<<

Music featured in this week's episode (please follow and support these beautiful artists):

Bjéar, “I Remember”

Giants and Pilgrims, “Guide Your Wild Eyes”

Michael Shynes, “Me In Real Life”

 
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