https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/
Through my journey, I wanted to tell family & friends about my tumor so they could understand what has happening & help everyone feel at ease. But, I couldn't because we had to act fast due to the size of the tumor. After surgery, I decided I would create a podcast to tell about my own journey and with an open invitation for other brain tumor patients to share their stories.

My mission as a survivor of a Pituitary Macroadenoma is to help uplift other patients & families as they navigate the unknown.]]>enPersonal JournalsCopyright Esther Cigandahttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/48bdb3806b94fd64b10e23e3caa61dfc.jpghttps://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/Tue, 30 Jul 2024 08:42:47 +0000Esther CigandaEsther Cigandaesther@estherciganda.comAs a brain tumor patient, I wanted to learn about my tumor. But I couldn't, I had lost my vision. Through my journey, I wanted to tell family & friends about my tumor so they could understand what has happening & help everyone feel at ease. But, I...
Through my journey, I wanted to tell family & friends about my tumor so they could understand what has happening & help everyone feel at ease. But, I couldn't because we had to act fast due to the size of the tumor. After surgery, I decided I would create a podcast to tell about my own journey and with an open invitation for other brain tumor patients to share their stories.

My mission as a survivor of a Pituitary Macroadenoma is to help uplift other patients & families as they navigate the unknown.]]>falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/34-how-to-take-advantage-of-your-resting-time-post-surgery--52243025
Here is a link to the writing cohort I completed after surgery in February - March. Then I would continue participating and being part of the success team for new digital writers in the April, August, and October cohorts.

It has been a great experience to brain dump and to meet others who are going through different health issues as well.

Join the next Ship 30 for 30 cohort,

Also here are links to the other resources mentioned:

• 750 Words
• Morning Pages. (not Morning Papers like I thought it was called.)

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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:
• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52243025Wed, 21 Dec 2022 05:23:17 +0000Esther CigandaIn this episode, I go over journaling as something to do post-surgery and in your journey. https://links.estherciganda.com/Ship30I completed after surgery in February - March. Then I would continue participating and being part of the success team...
Here is a link to the writing cohort I completed after surgery in February - March. Then I would continue participating and being part of the success team for new digital writers in the April, August, and October cohorts.

It has been a great experience to brain dump and to meet others who are going through different health issues as well.

Join the next Ship 30 for 30 cohort,

Also here are links to the other resources mentioned:

• 750 Words
• Morning Pages. (not Morning Papers like I thought it was called.)

___________

WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:
• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>1035brain,braintumor,braintumorchronicles,braintumorsurvivor,braintumour,braintumoursurvivor,macroadenoma,morningjournaling,pituitary,pituitarymacroadenoma,pituitarytumor,pituitarytumour,postsurgeryfalse34fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/33-what-i-miss-about-exercising-and-it-has-nothing-to-do-the-scale--52145090
Quote: Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.

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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

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WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:

• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52145090Sat, 10 Dec 2022 03:41:15 +0000Esther CigandaToday's episode is about adding exercise to your morning routine for bonus benefits. Quote: Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body. _______________ WHERE TO CONNECT: • Instagram:...
Quote: Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.

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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

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WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:

• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>958brain,braintumor,braintumorsurvivor,braintumour,braintumoursurvivor,macroadenoma,pituitary,pituitarymacroadenoma,pituitarytumor,pituitarytumourfalse33fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/32-how-to-be-more-positive-during-your-journey-read-something-positive--52083694
Listen to the episode to hear ways to add reading to your day.

Links mentioned in today’s episode:

• Great Big Story on Youtube: [https://www.youtube.com/c/GreatBigStory](https://www.youtube.com/c/GreatBigStory)

• Good News Network: [https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/)

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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

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WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:

• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52083694Sat, 03 Dec 2022 01:51:29 +0000Esther CigandaOne simple way to add positivity to your life is by reading positive material. Listen to the episode to hear ways to add reading to your day. Links mentioned in today’s episode: • Great Big Story on Youtube:...
Listen to the episode to hear ways to add reading to your day.

Links mentioned in today’s episode:

• Great Big Story on Youtube: [https://www.youtube.com/c/GreatBigStory](https://www.youtube.com/c/GreatBigStory)

• Good News Network: [https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/](https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/)

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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

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WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:

• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>860brain,braintumor,braintumorsurvivor,braintumour,braintumoursurvivor,macroadenoma,pituitary,pituitarymacroadenoma,pituitarytumor,pituitarytumour,positivereadingfalse28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/31-2-practices-to-help-you-add-positivity-to-your-day-when-things-are-tough--52075345
In this episode, you will hear about 2 practices to add gratitude to your day along with a bonus that mixes in affirmations with gratitude.

Here are links to the resources mentioned in the episode:

• Gratitude Journal: https://amzn.to/3OUmIrq

• 5-Minute Journal: https://amzn.to/3XTAy1a


Quote of the Episode: "ACKNOWLEDGING THE GOOD THAT YOU ALREADY HAVE IN YOUR LIFE IS THE FOUNDATION FOR ALL ABUNDANCE."
-ECKHART TOLLE

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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

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WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:

• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52075345Fri, 02 Dec 2022 07:37:52 +0000Esther CigandaLife is hard and when you get diagnosed with something it becomes even harder. It is in the unknown when being mentally tough and positive can help you conquer and survive. In this episode, you will hear about 2 practices to add gratitude to your...
In this episode, you will hear about 2 practices to add gratitude to your day along with a bonus that mixes in affirmations with gratitude.

Here are links to the resources mentioned in the episode:

• Gratitude Journal: https://amzn.to/3OUmIrq

• 5-Minute Journal: https://amzn.to/3XTAy1a


Quote of the Episode: "ACKNOWLEDGING THE GOOD THAT YOU ALREADY HAVE IN YOUR LIFE IS THE FOUNDATION FOR ALL ABUNDANCE."
-ECKHART TOLLE

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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

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WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:

• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>669brain,braintumor,braintumorsurvivor,braintumour,braintumoursurvivor,gratitudejournal,gratitudelists,macroadenoma,mentaltoughness,napodpomo2022,pituitary,pituitarymacroadenoma,pituitarytumor,pituitarytumourfalse31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/30-how-to-use-affirmations-to-help-you-be-positive-face-life-s-challenges--52063857
Here is the list of Affirmations from the episode:

I will have a good day today.

I am joyful.

Today will be awesome.

Good things are coming my way today.

I love myself.

I am excited for today.

I can overcome any obstacle.

I am powerful.

I will be focused today.

Today will be really productive.

I have gifts to offer the world.

I am strong.

I have lots of energy today.

Nothing will stand in my way today.

I will be on my game today.

I will do a great job today.

I will have lots of great ideas today.

I am at peace this morning.

I know my worth.

I believe in myself.

Today I will be confident.

I attract success.

Opportunities are opening to me.

I am resilient.

I am a good person.

I will do the best I can today.

Today I will grow.

Each day I am becoming a better version of myself.

I will make progress on my goals today.

I will achieve my goals.

I will reach my dreams.

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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

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WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:

• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52063857Thu, 01 Dec 2022 07:54:50 +0000Esther CigandaUsing affirmations to add positivity to your day to help you face life's challenges. Here is the list of Affirmations from the episode: I will have a good day today. I am joyful. Today will be awesome. Good things are coming my way...
Here is the list of Affirmations from the episode:

I will have a good day today.

I am joyful.

Today will be awesome.

Good things are coming my way today.

I love myself.

I am excited for today.

I can overcome any obstacle.

I am powerful.

I will be focused today.

Today will be really productive.

I have gifts to offer the world.

I am strong.

I have lots of energy today.

Nothing will stand in my way today.

I will be on my game today.

I will do a great job today.

I will have lots of great ideas today.

I am at peace this morning.

I know my worth.

I believe in myself.

Today I will be confident.

I attract success.

Opportunities are opening to me.

I am resilient.

I am a good person.

I will do the best I can today.

Today I will grow.

Each day I am becoming a better version of myself.

I will make progress on my goals today.

I will achieve my goals.

I will reach my dreams.

_________________

WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

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WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:

• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>527affirmations,brain,braintumor,braintumorsurvivor,braintumour,braintumoursurvivor,macroadenoma,mentaltoughness,napodpomo2022,pituitary,pituitarymacroadenoma,pituitarytumor,pituitarytumourfalse30fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/29-how-to-choose-the-best-way-to-add-positivity-gratitude-to-your-day--52052881
Quote of the episode: “If you believe in prayer at all, expect God to hear you. If you do not expect, you will not have. God will not hear you unless you believe He will hear you; but if you believe He will, He will be as good as your faith.” – Charles Spurgeon

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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

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WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:

• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52052881Wed, 30 Nov 2022 07:49:21 +0000Esther Ciganda3 tips to decide the best way to add gratitude and positivity to your day. Quote of the episode: “If you believe in prayer at all, expect God to hear you. If you do not expect, you will not have. God will not hear you unless you believe He will...
Quote of the episode: “If you believe in prayer at all, expect God to hear you. If you do not expect, you will not have. God will not hear you unless you believe He will hear you; but if you believe He will, He will be as good as your faith.” – Charles Spurgeon

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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

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WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:

• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>831brain,brainhealth,braintumor,braintumorsurvivor,braintumour,braintumoursurvivor,gratitiude,macroadenoma,napodpomo2022,pituitary,pituitarymacroadenoma,pituitarytumor,pituitarytumour,positivityfalse29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/28-5-benefits-you-get-from-a-positive-start-to-your-day--52041423
Here is The 5-Minute Journal I've been using since 2018: https://amzn.to/3ELxPhJ
I also use the App version of the 5-minute Journal.

Quote of the episode: “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” ~John Fitzgerald Kennedy

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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

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WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:

• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52041423Tue, 29 Nov 2022 07:56:22 +0000Esther CigandaThe benefits you get from using gratitude daily and starting your day with positivity. Here is The 5-Minute Journal I've been using since 2018: https://amzn.to/3ELxPhJ I also use the App version of the 5-minute Journal. Quote of the episode:...
Here is The 5-Minute Journal I've been using since 2018: https://amzn.to/3ELxPhJ
I also use the App version of the 5-minute Journal.

Quote of the episode: “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” ~John Fitzgerald Kennedy

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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

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WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:

• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>683brain,braintumor,braintumorsurvivor,braintumour,braintumoursurvivor,gratitude,macroadenoma,napodpomo2022,pituitary,pituitarymacroadenoma,pituitarytumor,pituitarytumour,positivityfalse28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/27-beyond-a-regular-headache--52030381
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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

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WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:

• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52030381Mon, 28 Nov 2022 07:48:22 +0000Esther CigandaToday's episode is about headaches and the mysterious headache I got after removing my brain tumor. ____________ WHERE TO CONNECT: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/ • Website:...
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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

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WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:

• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>537brain,brainfog,braintumor,braintumorsurvivor,braintumour,braintumoursurvivor,headaches,macroadenoma,napodpomo,pituitary,pituitarymacroadenoma,pituitarytumor,pituitarytumourfalse27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/26-let-s-talk-about-the-mri--52015795
Quote of the episode: Even if it's not cancer, it’s okay to be afraid and angry. Even if it's not cancer, it’s still the worst thing that has happened to you. Author unknown

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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

• Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

• Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/

• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

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WHERE TO GIVE ME FEEDBACK:

• Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/id1621831588

• Leave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-brain-tumor-chronicles-4296980

• Leave a review on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3yx0cFMA0tRs7At7CRgYmW?si=da9555780400490d

• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52015795Sat, 26 Nov 2022 07:57:42 +0000Esther CigandaLet's talk about the MRI of the brain. Quote of the episode: Even if it's not cancer, it’s okay to be afraid and angry. Even if it's not cancer, it’s still the worst thing that has happened to you. Author unknown ____________ WHERE TO...
Quote of the episode: Even if it's not cancer, it’s okay to be afraid and angry. Even if it's not cancer, it’s still the worst thing that has happened to you. Author unknown

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Here is a great resource about gratitude: https://research.com/education/scientific-benefits-of-gratitude

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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52007672Fri, 25 Nov 2022 07:52:54 +0000Esther CigandaGratitude is the topic for this episode which is going on November 24, 2022, Thanksgiving Day. Here is a great resource about gratitude: https://research.com/education/scientific-benefits-of-gratitude _____________ WHERE TO CONNECT: •...
Here is a great resource about gratitude: https://research.com/education/scientific-benefits-of-gratitude

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And how it's a hormone produced by the Adrenal Glands but it's all controlled by the teamwork between the Pituitary Gland and the Hypothalamus.

You can read more about this important hormone here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538239/

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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51998354Thu, 24 Nov 2022 06:14:23 +0000Esther CigandaIn this episode you'll hear a quick overview of cortisol and the role it plays in the body. And how it's a hormone produced by the Adrenal Glands but it's all controlled by the teamwork between the Pituitary Gland and the Hypothalamus. You can...
And how it's a hormone produced by the Adrenal Glands but it's all controlled by the teamwork between the Pituitary Gland and the Hypothalamus.

You can read more about this important hormone here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538239/

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Here is an episode about what may happen to you post-op if you have a pituitary adenoma removed.

Here’s a link* to the book I mentioned in the quote: https://amzn.to/3EzS95w
(*affiliate link)

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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51987384Wed, 23 Nov 2022 07:49:44 +0000Esther CigandaIf you’re not able to smell or taste your food it’s probably because you’re forgetting this... Here is an episode about what may happen to you post-op if you have a pituitary adenoma removed. Here’s a link* to the book I mentioned in the quote:...
Here is an episode about what may happen to you post-op if you have a pituitary adenoma removed.

Here’s a link* to the book I mentioned in the quote: https://amzn.to/3EzS95w
(*affiliate link)

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Everything around us is about Hustle, and hurrying around. So if you encounter yourself in a period of healing & rest, you may feel the need to hurry up!

My response, do you! Take your time. You know what your body can take and how much you can push it. And no, I don’t mean to be lazy and do nothing.

Welcome back….

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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51976898Tue, 22 Nov 2022 07:25:37 +0000Esther Ciganda22. How to Improve Your Vision & Movement Without Spending Hours on Physical Therapy** Everything around us is about Hustle, and hurrying around. So if you encounter yourself in a period of healing & rest, you may feel the need to hurry up! My...
Everything around us is about Hustle, and hurrying around. So if you encounter yourself in a period of healing & rest, you may feel the need to hurry up!

My response, do you! Take your time. You know what your body can take and how much you can push it. And no, I don’t mean to be lazy and do nothing.

Welcome back….

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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51962637Mon, 21 Nov 2022 07:57:24 +0000Esther CigandaThis episode is specific to pituitary adenomas and the type of surgery. WHERE TO CONNECT: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/ • Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/ • Esther’s Instagram:...
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You got this & as in the words of Henry Ford:

“One of the greatest discoveries a man makes, one of his great surprises, is to find he can do what he was afraid he couldn’t do.”

So your first step after brain surgery may be scary but listen to this episode to hear 4 small steps you can take to give your body some grace and positivity in your own personal healing journey.

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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51955944Sun, 20 Nov 2022 06:38:11 +0000Esther CigandaSurgery is scary and after surgery is a process. A process with no exact timeline since all bodies are different. You got this & as in the words of Henry Ford: “One of the greatest discoveries a man makes, one of his great surprises, is to find...
You got this & as in the words of Henry Ford:

“One of the greatest discoveries a man makes, one of his great surprises, is to find he can do what he was afraid he couldn’t do.”

So your first step after brain surgery may be scary but listen to this episode to hear 4 small steps you can take to give your body some grace and positivity in your own personal healing journey.

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Quote: Any fight in life, whether it is physical, mental, moral, or spiritual, how long you stay in the fight is highly dependent on your growth. — Assegid Habtewold

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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51949113Sat, 19 Nov 2022 07:57:14 +0000Esther CigandaHow are you showing up for yourself or for others especially when faced with a health issue like a brain tumor? Quote: Any fight in life, whether it is physical, mental, moral, or spiritual, how long you stay in the fight is highly dependent on...

Quote: Any fight in life, whether it is physical, mental, moral, or spiritual, how long you stay in the fight is highly dependent on your growth. — Assegid Habtewold

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In this episode, I challenge you to think about going down rabbit holes. Is it the best thing for someone to do when battling something?

I'd love to hear your opinion on this topic.

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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51936858Fri, 18 Nov 2022 07:57:25 +0000Esther CigandaNowadays, we have so much information available to us that when we are diagnosed with something, we can go research on our own. In this episode, I challenge you to think about going down rabbit holes. Is it the best thing for someone to do when...
In this episode, I challenge you to think about going down rabbit holes. Is it the best thing for someone to do when battling something?

I'd love to hear your opinion on this topic.

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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51924786Thu, 17 Nov 2022 07:55:41 +0000Esther CigandaLet's go behind the scenes and see what pituitary dysfunctions may occur when you have a pituitary adenoma. ____________ WHERE TO CONNECT: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/ • Website:...
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I give you a glimpse into mine and why to this day I’m a little disappointed.

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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51907938Wed, 16 Nov 2022 05:46:50 +0000Esther CigandaWhat was your pre-op day like? And what was your surgery day like? I give you a glimpse into mine and why to this day I’m a little disappointed. _____________ WHERE TO CONNECT: • Instagram:...
I give you a glimpse into mine and why to this day I’m a little disappointed.

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It's the master gland and it plays a key role in our daily function.

Tune in to this episode to learn about a day in the life of our pituitary gland.

And what about you? If you have or had a pituitary adenoma? what kind? Symptoms? Let me know.


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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51895445Tue, 15 Nov 2022 06:04:14 +0000Esther CigandaLet's talk about the pituitary gland. It's the master gland and it plays a key role in our daily function. Tune in to this episode to learn about a day in the life of our pituitary gland. And what about you? If you have or had a pituitary...
It's the master gland and it plays a key role in our daily function.

Tune in to this episode to learn about a day in the life of our pituitary gland.

And what about you? If you have or had a pituitary adenoma? what kind? Symptoms? Let me know.


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I was buying a small box locally of NeilMed Sinus Rinse until finally decided to look on Amazon and found a big bag of 100. This is definitely the way to go.

Here’s the link for the NeilMed Sinus Rinse [affiliate link]: https://amzn.to/3O7j2Cq

And distilled water. Check it out in your area. In our area, many stores run out and it takes forever to restock. So I buy several when we can and stock up at home. You may find them on Amazon. I chose to buy these gallons locally.

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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51881915Mon, 14 Nov 2022 02:40:47 +0000Esther CigandaIf you or someone you know is having a pituitary tumor removed via endoscopic transsphenoidal, be sure to stock up on supplies prior to surgery so you’re ready when you get home. I was buying a small box locally of NeilMed Sinus Rinse until finally...
I was buying a small box locally of NeilMed Sinus Rinse until finally decided to look on Amazon and found a big bag of 100. This is definitely the way to go.

Here’s the link for the NeilMed Sinus Rinse [affiliate link]: https://amzn.to/3O7j2Cq

And distilled water. Check it out in your area. In our area, many stores run out and it takes forever to restock. So I buy several when we can and stock up at home. You may find them on Amazon. I chose to buy these gallons locally.

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Listen in to hear what it was like in the State of Washington and how many days I waited for approval.

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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51875169Sun, 13 Nov 2022 03:47:54 +0000Esther CigandaWhat was it like getting surgery approved during COVID protocols in 2022? Listen in to hear what it was like in the State of Washington and how many days I waited for approval. ___________ WHERE TO CONNECT: • Instagram:...
Listen in to hear what it was like in the State of Washington and how many days I waited for approval.

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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>552brain,braintumor,braintumorsurvivor,braintumour,braintumoursurvivor,macroadenoma,pituitary,pituitarymacroadenoma,pituitarytumor,pituitarytumourfalse13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/12-to-share-your-diagnosis-or-not-to-share-your-diagnosis--51869967
It's a personal decision and everyone chooses to do things differently.

I share about the decision my family and I made.

Quote for this episode:
“When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds, and diamonds are made under pressure.”
--Peter Marshall
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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51869967Sat, 12 Nov 2022 06:39:11 +0000Esther CigandaIn this episode, I ask you a personal question: to share your diagnosis or not to share your diagnosis. It's a personal decision and everyone chooses to do things differently. I share about the decision my family and I made. Quote for this...
It's a personal decision and everyone chooses to do things differently.

I share about the decision my family and I made.

Quote for this episode:
“When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds, and diamonds are made under pressure.”
--Peter Marshall
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• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

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• Esther’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/estherciganda

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Now, this is not my advice but it's the story of what I have experienced and it surprised me to hear it on both occasions.

Have you heard this advice before?

Tune in to this episode to hear what I was told while waiting to get my first MRI and then after I was diagnosed.

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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51860803Fri, 11 Nov 2022 07:49:12 +0000Esther CigandaWant to get attended to fast? I've been told twice to do it and not only in the USA but also abroad in Spain. Now, this is not my advice but it's the story of what I have experienced and it surprised me to hear it on both occasions. Have you...
Now, this is not my advice but it's the story of what I have experienced and it surprised me to hear it on both occasions.

Have you heard this advice before?

Tune in to this episode to hear what I was told while waiting to get my first MRI and then after I was diagnosed.

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• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

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Looking back I see how different people cope with bad news. But I also love seeing the humor in any situation.


Also, a reminder for all: all tumors are not cancerous. Some are benign while others are malignant. Be sure to ask to understand your diagnosis or that of a loved one.
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- Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51847836Thu, 10 Nov 2022 07:58:14 +0000Esther CigandaA fun story of how my mom coped with the news of my tumor. And how my brain tumor diagnosis was misunderstood and my mom told everyone I had nose cancer. Looking back I see how different people cope with bad news. But I also love seeing the humor...
Looking back I see how different people cope with bad news. But I also love seeing the humor in any situation.


Also, a reminder for all: all tumors are not cancerous. Some are benign while others are malignant. Be sure to ask to understand your diagnosis or that of a loved one.
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• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

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As soon as I left the ophthalmologist, I would go home and begin a day of Zoom doctor appointments with:

1. a Neurosurgeon
2. a Neuroopthamologist
3. an Endocrinologist

Listen to this episode to hear what I’d continue to learn about brain tumors on my birthday.

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- Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51834455Wed, 09 Nov 2022 07:12:38 +0000Esther CigandaIn Ep. 8, I talked about my diagnosis: a large, abnormal, mass. As soon as I left the ophthalmologist, I would go home and begin a day of Zoom doctor appointments with: 1. a Neurosurgeon 2. a Neuroopthamologist 3. an Endocrinologist...
As soon as I left the ophthalmologist, I would go home and begin a day of Zoom doctor appointments with:

1. a Neurosurgeon
2. a Neuroopthamologist
3. an Endocrinologist

Listen to this episode to hear what I’d continue to learn about brain tumors on my birthday.

______________

WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/

- Website: https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/

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Also, the gift I received was finally having answers, and starting on this day the next steps became known.

It would be a full day of doctor's appts via Zoom. But it actually was a relief to know what was wrong with me.

This episode brings out my emotion & I do let some tears out. And nope I didn't edit them out. You get me raw and real!

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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/](https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/)

- Website: [https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/](https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/)

- Esther’s Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/](https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/)
- Esther’s Twitter: [https://twitter.com/estherciganda](https://twitter.com/estherciganda)

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- Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51821849Tue, 08 Nov 2022 07:20:03 +0000Esther CigandaFrom a crazy birthday hex in my family to how I celebrated my 48th birthday. Also, the gift I received was finally having answers, and starting on this day the next steps became known. It would be a full day of doctor's appts via Zoom. But it...
Also, the gift I received was finally having answers, and starting on this day the next steps became known.

It would be a full day of doctor's appts via Zoom. But it actually was a relief to know what was wrong with me.

This episode brings out my emotion & I do let some tears out. And nope I didn't edit them out. You get me raw and real!

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WHERE TO CONNECT:
• Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/](https://www.instagram.com/thebraintumorchronicles/)

- Website: [https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/](https://www.podpage.com/the-brain-tumor-chronicles/)

- Esther’s Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/](https://www.instagram.com/esther.ciganda/)
- Esther’s Twitter: [https://twitter.com/estherciganda](https://twitter.com/estherciganda)

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Losing my sight could change my entire life so I could not continue to sit back. I had waited since Oct 4th, 2021 for an MRI. It was scheduled for Feb 3rd, 2022. But it was bad now, I could see but through a deep fog. I could barely see my telephone screen

Here are the main points I cover:
1. Schedule an appt on January 3rd, 2022 (emergency appt)
2. Initial thoughts…could be MS???
3. Go back the next day to do a field exam, MRI was prescribed again.
4. Decision time…go back to France and wait or do it in the States.
5. Talk to boss

Final takeaway?

I can’t explain my courage. It is who I am and I strive to empower others. Because as Nelson Mandela said…

“I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.”

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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51808487Mon, 07 Nov 2022 06:27:31 +0000Esther CigandaI’m going blind! That is how 2022 would begin. Besides all the other things off in my body, this was the one that got to me the most. Losing my sight could change my entire life so I could not continue to sit back. I had waited since Oct 4th, 2021...
Losing my sight could change my entire life so I could not continue to sit back. I had waited since Oct 4th, 2021 for an MRI. It was scheduled for Feb 3rd, 2022. But it was bad now, I could see but through a deep fog. I could barely see my telephone screen

Here are the main points I cover:
1. Schedule an appt on January 3rd, 2022 (emergency appt)
2. Initial thoughts…could be MS???
3. Go back the next day to do a field exam, MRI was prescribed again.
4. Decision time…go back to France and wait or do it in the States.
5. Talk to boss

Final takeaway?

I can’t explain my courage. It is who I am and I strive to empower others. Because as Nelson Mandela said…

“I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.”

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• Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/estherciganda]]>816brain,braintumor,braintumorsurvivor,braintumour,braintumoursurvivor,macroadenoma,pituitary,pituitarymacroadenoma,pituitarytumor,pituitarytumour,visionlossfalse7fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/06-4-unusual-but-life-changing-things-that-grew-worse-from-december-24th-december-31-2021--51800480
- In the next episode, I’ll go over what actions I would take next.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51800480Sun, 06 Nov 2022 03:18:24 +0000Esther CigandaIn this episode, I go over 4 unusual but life-altering things that would compound in a matter of 8 days and lead me to take action again. - In the next episode, I’ll go over what actions I would take next.
- In the next episode, I’ll go over what actions I would take next.]]>582brain,braintumor,braintumorsurvivor,braintumour,braintumoursurvivor,macroadenoma,pituitary,pituitarymacroadenoma,pituitarytumor,pituitarytumour,unusualweightgain,visionlossfalse6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/05-how-hard-is-it-to-schedule-an-mri-magnetic-resonance-imaging--51791785
Nothing too crazy but in this episode, I continue the story from October 4th, my eye appointment through December 24, 2021.

What's your guess? How long did it take to get an MRI scheduled?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51791785Sat, 05 Nov 2022 03:04:56 +0000Esther CigandaYou won't believe what happened on October 4th, 2021! Nothing too crazy but in this episode, I continue the story from October 4th, my eye appointment through December 24, 2021. What's your guess? How long did it take to get an MRI scheduled?
Nothing too crazy but in this episode, I continue the story from October 4th, my eye appointment through December 24, 2021.

What's your guess? How long did it take to get an MRI scheduled?]]>938brain,braintumor,braintumorsurvivor,braintumour,braintumoursurvivor,macroadenoma,pituitary,pituitarymacroadenoma,pituitarytumor,pituitarytumourfalse5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/04-when-did-the-2nd-sign-show-up--51782022https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51782022Fri, 04 Nov 2022 03:08:35 +0000Esther CigandaAfter the 1st sign in 2019, here's the story of when the second sign showed up letting me know something was going on inside my body.721brain,braintumor,braintumour,macroadenoma,pituitary,pituitarymacroadenoma,pituitarytumor,pituitarytumour,visionlossfalse4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/03-what-was-the-first-signal-my-body-sent-me-that-something-was-wrong--51781821This will vary from person to person and especially from gender to gender.

Thanks for tuning in. And if you had or have had a tumor, what was the first sign?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51781821Fri, 04 Nov 2022 02:23:47 +0000Esther CigandaIn this episode, I talk about how I ignored my body when it sent me a message that something was wrong. This will vary from person to person and especially from gender to gender. Thanks for tuning in. And if you had or have had a tumor, what was...This will vary from person to person and especially from gender to gender.

Thanks for tuning in. And if you had or have had a tumor, what was the first sign?]]>308brain,braintumor,braintumour,macroadenoma,menstrualcycle,pituitary,pituitarymacroadenoma,pituitarytumor,pituitarytumourfalse3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/02-it-s-kind-of-crazy-but-i-m-going-to-create-30-episodes-in-30-days--51781106
After launching back in April 2022, I took a break and continued to rest. Now I'm back and inspired to create content for the podcast.

I was introduced to the National Podcast Post Month aka NaPodPoMo. It was created by Jennifer Navarrete and there are many people around the world who participate to get their content out into the world.

Listen to reconnect to The Brain Tumor Chronicles and my mission behind the show.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51781106Fri, 04 Nov 2022 01:49:19 +0000Esther CigandaIt's kind of crazy, but I'm going to create 30 episodes in 30 days. Yes, you read right. After launching back in April 2022, I took a break and continued to rest. Now I'm back and inspired to create content for the podcast. I was introduced to...
After launching back in April 2022, I took a break and continued to rest. Now I'm back and inspired to create content for the podcast.

I was introduced to the National Podcast Post Month aka NaPodPoMo. It was created by Jennifer Navarrete and there are many people around the world who participate to get their content out into the world.

Listen to reconnect to The Brain Tumor Chronicles and my mission behind the show.]]>443brain,braintumor,braintumorsurvivor,braintumour,braintumoursurvivor,pituitary,pituitaryadenoma,pituitarymacroadenoma,pituitarytumor,pituitarytumourfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/01-3-factors-to-consider-when-learning-about-brain-tumors--49610465
Most people believe to have a brain tumor removed you have to have open brain surgery or a craniotomy. 

Why wouldn’t you believe that yourself? I did. If you remember a little from science class then you know the brain is surrounded by the skull which is bone. This leads us to believe that a craniotomy is needed to get to the brain and remove a tumor. But that is not the case.

What comes into play are 3 things.

Listen to this episode to hear the 3 factors to consider when discussing a brain tumor.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49610465Sun, 01 May 2022 02:43:50 +0000Esther CigandaWhat I learned about brain tumors in 2022 Most people believe to have a brain tumor removed you have to have open brain surgery or a craniotomy.  Why wouldn’t you believe that yourself? I did. If you remember a little from science class then you...
Most people believe to have a brain tumor removed you have to have open brain surgery or a craniotomy. 

Why wouldn’t you believe that yourself? I did. If you remember a little from science class then you know the brain is surrounded by the skull which is bone. This leads us to believe that a craniotomy is needed to get to the brain and remove a tumor. But that is not the case.

What comes into play are 3 things.

Listen to this episode to hear the 3 factors to consider when discussing a brain tumor.]]>700brain,braintumor,braintumorsurvivor,braintumour,braintumoursurvivor,pituitary,pituitaryadenoma,pituitarymacroadenoma,pituitarytumor,pituitarytumourfalse1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/00-welcome-what-s-the-podcast-about--49603497
My mission with the podcast is to help not only brain tumor patients, but also their family and friends feel connected, understood, and at ease through the podcast. I believe brain tumor survivors and patients should work together to uplift future patients as they navigate the unknown.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49603497Sat, 30 Apr 2022 08:05:09 +0000Esther CigandaWelcome to The Brain Tumor Chronicles and the intro episode. My mission with the podcast is to help not only brain tumor patients, but also their family and friends feel connected, understood, and at ease through the podcast. I believe brain tumor...
My mission with the podcast is to help not only brain tumor patients, but also their family and friends feel connected, understood, and at ease through the podcast. I believe brain tumor survivors and patients should work together to uplift future patients as they navigate the unknown.]]>390brain,braintumor,braintumorsurvivor,braintumour,braintumoursurvivor,pituitaryadenoma,pituitarymacroadenomafalsefull