Modern Wisdom #624 - Ashley Cain - How To Overcome The Toughest Moment Of Your Life
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May 6, 2023 Ashley Cain, a former professional footballer and cancer charity fundraiser, shares his heart-wrenching journey after losing his daughter to leukemia. He discusses the emotional turmoil and resilience required to cope with such an unimaginable loss. Cain highlights his battle with grief and the transformative encounters he experienced, including a poignant moment with riot police. He explains how adventure racing and philanthropy have become outlets for his pain, underscoring the power of hope, gratitude, and honoring his daughter's memory.
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Azalea's Early Symptoms
- Ashley Cain describes the initial symptoms of his daughter Azalea's illness, initially dismissed as cold/flu.
- Doctors advised using nasal aspirators, but his grandmother suggested a different approach.
Hospital Diagnosis
- Doctors initially attributed Azalea's hardened, bloated stomach to constipation or colic.
- Following a parent's instinct, they took Azalea to the hospital, where she was diagnosed with leukemia.
Creating 'Club 100'
- Ashley initially crumbled upon hearing Azalea's diagnosis, while his partner Sophia immediately went to her side.
- He later realized they could control Azalea's environment, creating "Club 100" to maintain positivity.