Sara Redondo - I bow to you in great respect of your story and the journey that brings you to your moai. I am sorry for your loss and all the days wondering around the great room of sorrow not knowing where is the light source is in this vast room ~ we both know it is coming from within.
My father had colon cancer, had surgery, did chemo light I might call it ~ and I had to tug the reigns of focus and attention away from him and teach him the power of the trifecta as I call it - sleep, exercise and diet. He did not want to listen to "the young pup" as he affectionately called me in my younger days. So, the pup became a wandering wolf making his way as best he could.
Thus, I have walked and crawled on my knees in the great room for so long I coudln't remember and the tears flowed like a rushing river never ceasing always running.
How long before I can find this great book of wisdom that you are sharing? I am pleased to enter the great room of the moai and warm myself for a little while. For it, and many other things, I give my thanks.
I wish you and the community only the best and look forward to more words on the journey👂
It’s always such a joy to read your words. I truly appreciate your kindness and the depth of your reflections. What you did for your father is incredibly admirable, and it speaks volumes about your heart. I couldn’t agree more with your "trifecta", sleep, exercise, and diet are fundamental pillars of health. Your father was fortunate to have "the young pup" by his side during such a difficult journey.
Your words about the great room of sorrow resonate deeply. It’s a space we both know too well, where time blurs and tears seem endless. But as you so beautifully said, the light does come from within.
As for the book, I can’t wait for everyone to finally be able to read it! I'll let you know once it's published! ☺️
Love that you shared this about you Sara! Such an inspiring story.
I know we've never met in person but I feel like your cheerleader over here! I'm so glad writing has helped you so much and I'm really happy you've got 1000 subscribers. What an achievement!
For me, as a Christian, Jesus is really the thing that gets me up every day excited to live and work! I know it probably sounds twee but it's true, he's my helper, support & friend through everything.
Thank you so much for always having such kind words. It’s truly lovely to have found a friend here. I couldn’t stop laughing when I read what you said about being my cheerleader, that made my day haha!
And what you said about Jesus is not silly at all. I’m actually an atheist, but I have family members who share your faith, and I know how much comfort and strength it brings them. I truly believe that anything that gives us purpose and brings goodness into the world is always welcome! Honestly, I’d love to believe, but I guess that’s something that comes from within rather than a choice we make.
Anyway, I’m rambling now! It’s always such a joy to hear from you Rebecca, and I just want to remind you that I’m here for whatever you need. Sending you a huge hug! ❤️
P.S. I’m really looking forward to collaborating together! Let's keep in touch!
Thank you for sharing your story and for your vulnerability, Sara! I'm so sorry for your losses, but admire your resilience deeply. And the beautiful journey and growth that have come out of it all.
I'm looking forward to reading your book and am so grateful that our paths crossed here.
So happy to see that doctors like this still exist! 💕
I truly appreciate your heartfelt words, they deeply moved me. I feel grateful to be where I am today, sharing this journey with wonderful people like you. Thank you for always being so kind. I wish you all my best.❤️
I lost my dad to a lung disease in 2023 as well. While caregiving for him as well as my 100-year-old grandmother during the pandemic lockdown, I too found my Ikigai. That’s what my newsletter is about. Welcome to Substack! Looking forward to reading more of your content.
I’m so sorry for your loss Kevin, thank you for sharing your story. I’m sure you learned a lot from your grandmother. Learning from elderly people is one of the most valuable experiences, I truly enjoy it. It’s wonderful that you found your Ikigai as well, that in itself is a great fortune, as not everyone gets to discover it. Let's keep in touch!
Thank you for sharing this Sara. So powerful. It's never easy working through it all and putting it 'out there'. I'll add, I believe that loss and grief are universal, and actually a unifying and connecting force for humans. We need more of this sharing or 'moai', especially today in this chaotic world oftentimes filled with hate. That's why I like what you are doing here building community and sharing how healing can come in many ways, including how we nourish our bodies inside and out.
Only through pain and loss, can you know strength and resilience and healing. You've inspired me to complete that chapter of my own book on my dad's battle with cancer. When I finally do I'll link it here to your article.
My father often said to me, brave does not come to those without struggle. Brave is actually walking through it, by keeping the faith and never quitting. Thanks again for helping build the 'moai ' here. Look forward to your book!
Your words truly moved me. It is an honor to know that what I shared has inspired you to continue writing your book. I couldn’t agree more with both you and your father, life is tough, and at some point, we all experience this kind of pain. It makes us stronger and more resilient, but it also connects us with others who have walked the same path, as well as those who haven’t yet and whom we may one day support when they do.
I wasn’t sure about sharing something so personal, but I believe that true connection comes knowing the hole person. So, this is me! (Or at least a part of me.)
Thank you so much for your interest in my book, and I’m also really looking forward to reading yours. I have no doubt it will bring much-needed light in times of darkness.
Hi Sara, Thanks for sharing your incredible (for many reasons) story. You have shown real resilience in dealing with and overcoming these terrible things. Even more impressive that you are taking a different route to the standard failing systems that you have referred to and starting this blog to help and support others.
I've had a bit of a tough run over the last three years due to my father dying of Cancer, going through a very traumatic divorce while living with my Mum for 18 months, taking my son out of school at 15 years old to protect his mental health, and then buying a new house. To top this off, I left my senior corporate job last year due to work-related stress after 27 years as an Accountant.
I became a personal trainer as this has always been my passion and dream. Never thought I'd ever be able to follow this path but here I am, at 48 years old, following your blog after setting up my own with the intention of helping other people improve their health and well-being with the knowledge I've accumulated over the last 20 years.
Your superhero story and ethos are something I aspire to so please keep the great writing coming as it will inspire so many people in a world that is very sick (and getting worse).
I was going to reply here but just realized I already did through your restack. So I’ll take this opportunity to thank you again. Wish you my very best Rael and let's keep in touch!
Sara Redondo - I bow to you in great respect of your story and the journey that brings you to your moai. I am sorry for your loss and all the days wondering around the great room of sorrow not knowing where is the light source is in this vast room ~ we both know it is coming from within.
My father had colon cancer, had surgery, did chemo light I might call it ~ and I had to tug the reigns of focus and attention away from him and teach him the power of the trifecta as I call it - sleep, exercise and diet. He did not want to listen to "the young pup" as he affectionately called me in my younger days. So, the pup became a wandering wolf making his way as best he could.
Thus, I have walked and crawled on my knees in the great room for so long I coudln't remember and the tears flowed like a rushing river never ceasing always running.
How long before I can find this great book of wisdom that you are sharing? I am pleased to enter the great room of the moai and warm myself for a little while. For it, and many other things, I give my thanks.
I wish you and the community only the best and look forward to more words on the journey👂
Dear Bronce,
It’s always such a joy to read your words. I truly appreciate your kindness and the depth of your reflections. What you did for your father is incredibly admirable, and it speaks volumes about your heart. I couldn’t agree more with your "trifecta", sleep, exercise, and diet are fundamental pillars of health. Your father was fortunate to have "the young pup" by his side during such a difficult journey.
Your words about the great room of sorrow resonate deeply. It’s a space we both know too well, where time blurs and tears seem endless. But as you so beautifully said, the light does come from within.
As for the book, I can’t wait for everyone to finally be able to read it! I'll let you know once it's published! ☺️
With gratitude and warmth,
Sara
Love that you shared this about you Sara! Such an inspiring story.
I know we've never met in person but I feel like your cheerleader over here! I'm so glad writing has helped you so much and I'm really happy you've got 1000 subscribers. What an achievement!
For me, as a Christian, Jesus is really the thing that gets me up every day excited to live and work! I know it probably sounds twee but it's true, he's my helper, support & friend through everything.
Dear Rebecca,
Thank you so much for always having such kind words. It’s truly lovely to have found a friend here. I couldn’t stop laughing when I read what you said about being my cheerleader, that made my day haha!
And what you said about Jesus is not silly at all. I’m actually an atheist, but I have family members who share your faith, and I know how much comfort and strength it brings them. I truly believe that anything that gives us purpose and brings goodness into the world is always welcome! Honestly, I’d love to believe, but I guess that’s something that comes from within rather than a choice we make.
Anyway, I’m rambling now! It’s always such a joy to hear from you Rebecca, and I just want to remind you that I’m here for whatever you need. Sending you a huge hug! ❤️
P.S. I’m really looking forward to collaborating together! Let's keep in touch!
Thank you for sharing your story and for your vulnerability, Sara! I'm so sorry for your losses, but admire your resilience deeply. And the beautiful journey and growth that have come out of it all.
I'm looking forward to reading your book and am so grateful that our paths crossed here.
So happy to see that doctors like this still exist! 💕
Dear Karina,
I truly appreciate your heartfelt words, they deeply moved me. I feel grateful to be where I am today, sharing this journey with wonderful people like you. Thank you for always being so kind. I wish you all my best.❤️
I lost my dad to a lung disease in 2023 as well. While caregiving for him as well as my 100-year-old grandmother during the pandemic lockdown, I too found my Ikigai. That’s what my newsletter is about. Welcome to Substack! Looking forward to reading more of your content.
I’m so sorry for your loss Kevin, thank you for sharing your story. I’m sure you learned a lot from your grandmother. Learning from elderly people is one of the most valuable experiences, I truly enjoy it. It’s wonderful that you found your Ikigai as well, that in itself is a great fortune, as not everyone gets to discover it. Let's keep in touch!
Thank you for sharing this Sara. So powerful. It's never easy working through it all and putting it 'out there'. I'll add, I believe that loss and grief are universal, and actually a unifying and connecting force for humans. We need more of this sharing or 'moai', especially today in this chaotic world oftentimes filled with hate. That's why I like what you are doing here building community and sharing how healing can come in many ways, including how we nourish our bodies inside and out.
Only through pain and loss, can you know strength and resilience and healing. You've inspired me to complete that chapter of my own book on my dad's battle with cancer. When I finally do I'll link it here to your article.
My father often said to me, brave does not come to those without struggle. Brave is actually walking through it, by keeping the faith and never quitting. Thanks again for helping build the 'moai ' here. Look forward to your book!
Dear David,
Your words truly moved me. It is an honor to know that what I shared has inspired you to continue writing your book. I couldn’t agree more with both you and your father, life is tough, and at some point, we all experience this kind of pain. It makes us stronger and more resilient, but it also connects us with others who have walked the same path, as well as those who haven’t yet and whom we may one day support when they do.
I wasn’t sure about sharing something so personal, but I believe that true connection comes knowing the hole person. So, this is me! (Or at least a part of me.)
Thank you so much for your interest in my book, and I’m also really looking forward to reading yours. I have no doubt it will bring much-needed light in times of darkness.
With much love,
Sara
Hi Sara, Thanks for sharing your incredible (for many reasons) story. You have shown real resilience in dealing with and overcoming these terrible things. Even more impressive that you are taking a different route to the standard failing systems that you have referred to and starting this blog to help and support others.
I've had a bit of a tough run over the last three years due to my father dying of Cancer, going through a very traumatic divorce while living with my Mum for 18 months, taking my son out of school at 15 years old to protect his mental health, and then buying a new house. To top this off, I left my senior corporate job last year due to work-related stress after 27 years as an Accountant.
I became a personal trainer as this has always been my passion and dream. Never thought I'd ever be able to follow this path but here I am, at 48 years old, following your blog after setting up my own with the intention of helping other people improve their health and well-being with the knowledge I've accumulated over the last 20 years.
Your superhero story and ethos are something I aspire to so please keep the great writing coming as it will inspire so many people in a world that is very sick (and getting worse).
I was going to reply here but just realized I already did through your restack. So I’ll take this opportunity to thank you again. Wish you my very best Rael and let's keep in touch!