Season 1 | Episode 7: The Diagnosis - 3 to 6 Months!

In this heartbreaking and emotionally raw episode, Stephanie takes us back to the moment everything changed. What started as an annoying, lingering sinus infection became something far more serious, a diagnosis that no one could have anticipated. After a series of inconclusive doctor visits and mounting symptoms, Jeff finally asked to be taken to the hospital. What followed was a devastating revelation: a tumor the size of a lime wrapped around his optic nerve, and a prognosis of just three to six months to live. Stephanie shares the surreal and crushing hours that followed how time seemed to freeze as they held each other on a hospital bed, paralyzed by fear and disbelief. But amidst the panic and heartbreak, a shift began. Drawing on her own past experiences with advocacy and love, Stephanie found the strength to step into action. This episode is a gripping and powerful reminder that even when the world collapses around us, the human spirit is capable of rising, fighting, and choosing hope, even in the darkest of hours. My hope is that the stories shared here bring you comfort, inspire hope, and serve as a reminder that even in the darkest moments, light still exists. 💛 Join me as we weave happiness through the grief. Let’s build a community of strength, support, and healing together. Send me a DM over on social—I’d love to connect with you! Instagram: @stephanieduranofficial Facebook: Stephanie Duran ** Podcast Produced by Identity Brand by Monica Kline **