It is something that is called MDS. It is a rare blood disorder that affects the bone marrow. I'm going to beat this. My doctors say it and my faith says it.
Interpretation
The quote expresses determination and hope in the face of a serious illness.
In this quote, Robin Roberts discusses her battle with a rare blood disorder known as MDS. She emphasizes the importance of both medical support and personal faith in overcoming challenges, highlighting the power of resilience and a positive mindset in the face of adversity.
In practice
During a motivational speech about resilience in facing health challenges.
It was part of the reason I almost didn't go public with my diagnosis - I was embarrassed. I felt, 'Oh, I've always talked about exercising. And I got cancer.' And then I realized it's a great example of showing that cancer can hit anyone at any time.
The threat is generally more terrifying than the thing itself.
Dangers by being despised grow great.
Taking action is hard, but know what? Enduring a bad situation can be its own hell.
I refuse to allow prejudice to defeat me.
So instead of acknowledging applause, I stand there unmoving while they take part in the boldest form of dissent they can manage. Silence. Which says we do not agree. We do not condone. All of this is wrong.
In war you're either a collaborator or you're a resistor. I mean you don't get to be neutral.
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