10% Happier with Dan Harris Living on Overtime, David C. Fajgenbaum
Sep 18, 2019
David Fajgenbaum, an Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania and co-founder of the Castleman Disease Collaborative Network, shares his extraordinary journey battling a rare disease. He discusses his near-death experiences, promising himself to advocate for research if he survived. Fajgenbaum emphasizes living life 'on overtime,' embracing mindfulness, humor, and love in the face of adversity. His insights on finding purpose and connection amidst illness provide listeners with a profound perspective on resilience and authentic living.
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Fajgenbaum's Near-Death Experiences
- David Fajgenbaum, a healthy medical student, became critically ill with a mysterious disease.
- He experienced multiple organ failure and had his last rites read three times.
Regret and the "Think It, Do It" Motto
- Facing death, Fajgenbaum realized he only regretted things he hadn't done, not things he had.
- This led to his "Think It, Do It" motto, prompting him to reconnect with his ex-girlfriend, Caitlin.
Caitlin's Return
- Despite Fajgenbaum's severe illness, Caitlin decided to get back together with him.
- He worried her decision stemmed from guilt, but her actions proved otherwise.
