Living with Cancer, Not Dying From It with Kevin Griffiths

When Kevin Griffiths was diagnosed with bowel cancer at just 44 years old, his world changed overnight. Since then, he's endured multiple surgeries, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and an incurable stage IV diagnosis. Yet six years later, Kevin continues to prove that a terminal diagnosis doesn't have to mean the end of living.In this inspiring conversation, Kevin shares how cancer transformed his priorities, deepened his appreciation for everyday moments, and inspired him to create Cancer My Arse, a fundraising movement that's helping support cancer charities while encouraging others to keep living life to the fullest.Together, Melissa and Kevin discuss the importance of hope, why positivity isn't the same as toxic positivity, and how advances in treatment are changing what it means to live with stage IV cancer. Kevin also opens up about protecting his mental health, setting boundaries, and finding purpose through helping others.In this episode:Kevin's unexpected bowel cancer diagnosis at age 44The symptom that led him to seek medical attentionWhat it's really like living with stage IV cancerWhy "terminal" doesn't mean life stopsFinding the balance between realism and hopeThe difference between positivity and toxic positivityNavigating chemotherapy and difficult treatment decisionsLearning to appreciate the ordinary moments in lifeWhy setting emotional boundaries matters during cancerHow Cancer My Arse is helping fund cancer research and patient supportWhy none of us are guaranteed tomorrow—and why that's a reason to fully embrace todayResources:Kevin's Website: https://cancermyarse.co.ukKevin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cancermyarse/Kevin's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566560542684Kevin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kpgriffiths/Follow:Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/melissagrosboll/My website: https://melissagrosboll.comEmail me: [email protected]