Life is a Ride
By Chris Joseph
In October 2016, 59-year-old Chris Joseph was stunned when he learned he had third-stage pancreatic cancer. In the midst of the panic and tremendous fear that immediately ensued, Joseph followed the doctor's orders without hesitation and underwent chemotherapy--a choice that was almost a fatal mistake.
Months of chemotherapy poisoned his body and nearly destroyed his spirit. With no immediate plan in mind, Joseph fired his oncologist and embarked on an alternative path of recovery, including both natural and Western medicine immunotherapy--one that, against all odds, opened his eyes and healed him, both physically and spiritually.
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Life is a Ride documents Joseph's journey from terror and doubt to independence, redemption, love and hope. Whether he's launching a "borrow and pay back" company for all manner of musicians in New Orleans, making his journey to Germany for cancer treatment and watching his friends put together a GoFundMe campaign to make the trip possible, or finding opportunities to bond with family and friends, Joseph's spirit, determination and courage will inspire anyone who's struggled with illness or any other seemingly hopeless situation.
By changing the narrative and choosing to write his own story, Joseph found new levels of determination and courage, as well as joy, wisdom and gratitude. Life is a Ride is the tale of a man that turned a potential death sentence into a life embrace.
Author Bio
In the last 33 years, Chris Joseph has started and managed three environmental consulting businesses, launched two fan-funded music record companies and founded a non-profit charitable foundation. He has also dabbled in philanthropy, songwriting and magazine writing, and he is currently studying for his real estate license. Chris is an LA native who lives in Santa Monica with his two teenage sons and Max the dog, and loves to spend time with his longtime girlfriend Susie.
ISBNs:
- 978-1956955231 (Paperback)
- 978-1951407285 (eBook)Ā
Genre:
- Memoir
- Cancer Journey
- Personal Growth
- Resilience
- Spirituality
- InspirationĀ
Themes:
- Facing Mortality
- Resilience in Adversity
- Humor and Hope
- Healing and Transformation
- Family and Community Support
- Spiritual Awakening
- Living Fully in the Present
FAQs:Ā Ā Ā
Q: What is Life is a Ride about?
A: Life is a Ride is Chris Josephā€™s candid memoir about his battle with advanced cancer and the unexpected journey it set him on. Blending humor, honesty and spirituality, Joseph shares how facing mortality changed his outlook on life and gave him a new sense of purpose.
Q: Who is Chris Joseph?
A: Chris Joseph is an environmental entrepreneur, writer and advocate who was diagnosed with stage III pancreatic cancer. His experience with illness, healing, and transformation inspired him to share his story to help others facing similar challenges.
Q: What makes this memoir different from other cancer stories?
A: Unlike traditional cancer memoirs that focus solely on illness, Life is a Ride infuses humor, hope and spiritual insight into the narrative. Josephā€™s ability to balance raw truth with levity makes his story both deeply moving and surprisingly uplifting.
Q: Who would enjoy reading Life is a Ride?
A: Readers interested in memoirs of resilience, cancer journeys, spirituality and personal transformation will find this book powerful and inspiring. It is especially meaningful for anyone seeking hope in the face of adversity.
