A Bit of Optimism

Live Like You Have 2 Years Left with dancer and cancer survivor Angela Trimbur

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Jul 8, 2025
Angela Trimbur, a dancer, actress, and cancer survivor, shares her transformative journey after a breast cancer diagnosis. She discusses how facing mortality pushed her to live intentionally, prioritizing joy and meaningful connections. Angela's irreverent teaching style brings dance to life, creating an inclusive space for self-expression. She emphasizes the liberating power of dance and its role in personal healing, urging us to embrace our time and foster community. Her infectious optimism inspires us to pursue fulfillment, no matter the circumstances.
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ANECDOTE

Viral Dance Video Origins

  • Angela Trimbur's viral dance video "Dance Like Nobody's Watching" started spontaneously from a personal moment at a laundromat.
  • It unexpectedly launched her dance career and public recognition years before her cancer diagnosis.
ADVICE

Choose Low-Stress Paths

  • Choose any action that causes the least stress to preserve mental peace.
  • Let go of tense commitments and trust the process of life unfolding.
INSIGHT

The Two-Year Life Outlook

  • Living as if you have two years left balances urgency and patience, inspiring meaningful life changes.
  • This mindset led Angela to sell everything and start fresh as a dance teacher in New York City.
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