When I heard the words, "You have cancer," I was stunned, devastated, and angry. My life was thrown into chaos; my reality changed forever. But I learned a few things along my journey-how to overcome fear, embrace change, and live in the moment. I discovered an inner strength within me, and how to retake control of my life. I thought about love, friendships, hopes, and dreams, and the importance of self-discovery. It is these insights, and more, that I wish to share with you, and challenge you to "think," have that inner dialogue; i.e." talk with your soul." Dr. Leonard Aldes is a retired Anatomist and Neuroscientist, who, after overcoming two encounters with stage 4 lymphoma, clinical trials, and a stem cell transplant, has learned much about navigating through life's adversities, overcoming fear, and finding peace, happiness, and fulfillment in "life." He now shares his insights through his writings, poetry, and music, and as an inspirational/motivational speaker. Dr. Aldes resides in Scottsdale, Arizona, with his soul-mate of 44 years, Reenie.