My Father was a Korean Conflict veteran from 1951 to 1954 and was shot in his hip as Chief Pretty Officer 1st Class. He lad lung cancer and the doctor's did nothing but says he was going to be fine. Died on October 17, 2009 and all the doctor would say is you not going to sue us? Keep living day by day and never give up! The power is yours not the doctor's !

Thank you Mark for sharing your experience to help other to protect our health is AWESOME

Mark you are a genuinely good man, with a story worth telling and hopefully a long life to live. You will be in my prayers. Please recover quickly and fully. If there is anyway that I could be of help to you I will do my best.

Mark, thank you for sharing your story and how it has changed your perspective on living every day to the fullest. Your thoughts on the precious commodity of time rang true to me as we never know how much time we have to enjoy our family, friends, and many blessings. Your positive attitude is an inspiration to all of us.

Mark You are an absolute inspiration. I hope and pray that your challenges are less. Take care and stay well. Vasinthie 🤗

Hi Mark, Great job with your talk! You speak from your heart and you speak for so many others that are facing a similar journey. Thank you for your awareness of human senses and the fact that we often take way too much for granted…In the way of health, relationships, finances, etc. Life is so short (for everyone of us) and your advice to savor every minute is such a valuable lesson to be learned! Prayers, my Friend🙏

Mark this is your best talk yet!! Thank you. I love hearing you each week. I feel that we are having our weekly talks. 💞

Oh Mark, such love for your family radiates through you. My father passed in 2015 from metastatic melanoma. The moment I found out, he never went to another appointment without me. I was his healthcare power of attorney, his cook, his confidante, his advocate, his nurse but mostly, his devoted daughter. Time is fleeting, and we cannot get it back. I dropped out of nursing school to care for my father, I knew college would always be there and enough about melanoma to know he had little time. It sounds like your daughters and family have been making the most of each day! You’re an inspiration!

Hi Mark, I really enjoyed listening to this. It’s insightful and I’m wondering why you aren’t doing a Ted talk! You have so many truths to share. You are very lucky to have the love of your family and friends. Looking forward to your next share😊🙏🏼

Thank you Mark for reaching out to me. It's an honor to be a part of your journey. Please let me know how I can support you. 🙏

You are an inspiration Mark. Some of the remarks you made are so true. Sometimes it is the whiff of death which changes a person and makes him all honest and appreciative of his surroundings. Looking forward to more such videos.

Mark, I love your brutal honesty and raw emotion when you describe your plight and what life means to you. It is beautiful when you come to that realization that life is more than the busyness we often attribute to our blindness. You are blessed with a loving family to support you through you challenges and it is bitter sweet to see the gratitude you express towards their efforts to support a dad that was always there for them. I wish you healing intentions and thoughts to support a speedy recovery! God bless you and your lovely family,

Everything you say is so true. Most people don't take time to appreciate the time they have here on Earth. My brother died from cancer but he went fast. It seems that you have been very fortunate and God has given you time and a purpose to help others. There's always a reason behind everything.

Wonderful video and encouraging to see such wonderful support from family. I'm 71 years old and have spent a lifetime in the health care financing field. While access to care is vitally important, I can unequivocally say, family and relationships are more important than anything a doctor can do for you in your journey. We will all die. To do so with grace, love and faith is all we should desire.

Thank you so much Lynette! Always great to hear from you, and I truly appreciate your support!

The opposite re people, about 200 know of my cancer, but only about 2 care, most have pulled back, others act like I told them "I am only losing my toe nail" -- Lonely trip, but my mate and children are my rock.

Mark, I was really touched by your story: cancer battle, escaping the Staples Center with your daughter Lisa, and getting to spend precious time with your family in California. You may be your own hero, but you're also my hero, Mark. Sending positive vibes and healthy outcomes.

I admire your inspiring strength. What moved me is not only your braveness but also your openness. You have a rich and beautiful life!

Sir , what you are doing is truly the work of an angel and you are an inspiration to many , more strength to you.

Dear Mark, You are an inspiration. I am glad you have your family around you. Thanks for sharing your story.

Beautiful my brother!! I too, have had to go through my own suffering, pain and loss to understand the importance and blessing of gratitude, love, and being in the moment. This is all a journey and we learn and grow together with happiness and grace, the generous present moments with your daughter Lisa and John are just incredible to relish. Look forward to more videos my brother, maintain that #attitudeofgratitude and keep that high vibration flowing. Kevin aka The GratiDude

Thank you for inviting me to view your KZfaq channel. I am moved beyond words. As so many people have said, "you are an inspiration" to us all. I have no doubt that your story has impacted a number of people, myself included. I feel blessed to know you and call you my friend. My thoughts, prayers, and energies are with you.

Mark, I don't even know where to begin. Your message, your wisdom and your courage have touched my soul in a most beautiful and profound way. Thank you so very much for sharing your heart and your story; it is making a beautiful difference. I will share this with as many as I can, but I agree with the person who recommended that you do a Ted Talk. I pray your message is heard all across the world. Sending you love, prayers, and nothing but positive energy!

Mark, I really appreciated this video. Thanks for sharing and your inspiration.

Very moving story! You’re looking great given the tragic circumstance. I’d like the science behind the sight-recovery amidst cancer. Thank you for sharing this story.

Thanks to share ... great

Its amazing listening to your perspective Mark! And that thing you said about being sorry is so really true. I would instead say more power to you and may you stay happy, content and peaceful!

Hi Mark, Just forget about the disease and try to live a normal life. Life is so unpredictable and miracles do happen. You need to keep your spirits high and enjoy every moment of your life. God bless you

Thank you Mar for sharing your love and passion with us. Your genuine care and compassion shows in your speech and mannerisms - and we are all the better for it. God bless you! I am praying for you in Jesus name!

Thank you Mark for your wisdom and strength!!!

Mark…not only is this channel great for all of us but it is a therapeutic device for you and a gift for your family! Everything is this video is awesome and I cannot wait to watch others on your channel. Thank you for being you, keep going, keep doing, keep being. Much love, support, and healing energy from me to you! 💖

I was having self evaluation hearing this new awakening. I truly agree I'm preoccupied too. Thank you for being brave to say what you need to say. Yes being grateful of today because tomorrow might not come.

Dear Mark, This is a touching video. Reminded me of my father when we passed away due to Stage 4 Lymphoma in 2012. He was 66 at that time. Thank you for this video to help people come out of the pursuit of worldly blessings & not appreciating the people around us. I remember watching the Lakers beat the Pacers 21 years ago for the NBA championship. It was good to reminisce that as you spoke & also emphasize that it’s important to spend time with our children as much as we can.

good to know challenges, opened more new doors and knowledge.

Thank you for being you and realize you were blind. I hope this message reaches the world

Your a true blessing to me 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 may god bless you always my friend !!!!! This has inspired me a d your a hero to me 💙💙💙💙

Hello Sir! You are an absolutely amazing person. You are an inspiration for everyone. I will make sure to bring some positive differences in me by accepting all the flaws without complaining about the problems in my day to day life. We should truly appreciate whatever is been gifted to us. I pray for your good health and happiness 😊. A big Salute to you for inspiring us. Thank you Sir.

Thank you so much, Mark for your inspiring words and video. I wish you and your lovely family all the best.

What a wonderful anecdote with you and your daughter Lisa. It's so sweet.

Loved this, Mark. Such a lot of valuable insights. Just subscribed and I'll definitely be seeing the other videos.

Hi Mark, I enjoyed listening to you today and even cried with you. I am so glad you have the support of your family. :) I have certainly been reminded to slow down and enjoy my family and friends more. Thank you! Jennifer

Mark, I believe that your sharing will give other people hope, and love. Your family and friends coming together I hope will encourage others to do the same. May God encourage and strengthen you. May your journey be filled with many blessings.🙏

Great Story Mark and thanks a lot for sharing it ! it would inspire lots of people. All the best and looking forward for your next one soon.

I hope to start getting help from Mark tomorrow. It sounds like a wonderful thing he's doing. Althought I have not had cancer (thank God) I have had brain surgery and have petit mal (but serious) epilepsy. Anything help I can get will be wonderful. I'm really grateful Mark contacted me. I'll be back.

You made me cry Mark but you Opened My Eyes. I Subscribed and will begin watching your channel. God brought you to me for a reason. To start becoming an advocate for my health, stop being just a number but more importantly, opening my eyes to all God’s Creations. Sending you healing prayers, love and understanding. With Much Admiration; Judy

Thanks Mark. Fighting my cancer. Got to your through LI. Peace.

You are great man that's what I'm doing all my life but for sorry no body listen I wish you all happiness on earth God bless you and all your respected family be strong be happy you are doing well it was my pleasure knowing you 🌹 Sabah saleh

Am glad to hear this 👌👍

Thank you for sharing Incredible thoughts as a guiding light

Beautiful message. Thank you for sharing and being such a great reminder of what's really important in life!

Thank you for inspiring others through your hardships. 🙏🙏🙏

Very uplifting message. Mark is a true inspiratiom to all of us.

Hi Mark You are doing great work and it's important to be aware like you are doing. We should stop sleep walking-around life. Value each moment and live each day with full energy. Keep yourself healthy and thankful for that.

I appreciate you taking the time to share your story and create this type of content. It's the type of inspiration that the world needs. God bless you and your family, sending prayers.

Mark, wow wow wow, I am Blown Away. Thank you for sharing. You are Truly life's motivation 'Raw Hero.' Keep on Keeping ON!

Thanks a lot, Mark. Heroes are created in the forge of fire.

Beautiful insight...thank you Mark!

Mark, absolutely wonderful and insightful video. I am reminded to be thankful for those around me and not be blinded by the hustle and bustle of life. You have a beautiful family! I've subscribed and look forward to many more videos!

This video is so inspiring. After watching, I really find it as an eye opener furthermore it can used to uplift others more especially through peer education and wellbeing programs, thank you so much Mark. #Respect🙏

Hello Mark, This is very inspiring. I believe you speak for so many others who have also come to this realization. Love truly makes a difference. I pray for peace and strength for you.

Mark, what a beautiful video. You are a true inspiration with an incredible and supportive family!

Thank you Mark for this great story to inspire us all. Wishing you a speedy recovery and restoration of health. Stay strong!

Inspirational talk , thank you Mark my friend 😊 Stay 🙌🙏 blessed

Very powerful video! Thanks for all you do to encourage people to wake up to the brilliance of their life and their power to create good

MARK HOPE YOU GET WELL SOON. BE YOU, YOU ARE A VERY GENEROUS & KIND TO PEOPLE.

Sounds like you have very good people in your life! Thank you for mentioning the life alert. I recently lost a cousin ( who was like a brother), he was alone, had a stroke, was discovered two days afterward. And of course my hindsight was 20/20. Your courage and strength is inspirational.

Mark, I appreciate your words and your spirit and your quest to open hearts and minds to the urgency and beauty of now. I have a sister with Stage 4 ovarian cancer. She is embracing every day and I am so proud of how she is facing her cancer with love instead of fear. Love and good journey, Kevin

Hello Mr Mark, I am deeply touched by your story, the amazing and inspiring work you're doing inspite of the challenges. May the Good Lord continue to Strengthen and perfect His miraculous healing on you in Jesus Christ Name, Amen.

Oh my gosh! What you are doing is so valuable. I will message you more on LinkedIn. I am fortunate to be a cancer survivor. . 20 years now! It is such a journey! Love to you and your family! And yes. . It is people. .not stuff!

Hi John, I just met you on LinkedIn and I must say I’m very blessed to have accepted your connection. Love listening to you. Love listening to your thoughts, your love for your family and your beautiful heart. Good bless you 🙏

Hello Mark, million thanks for sharing your life story, this touch deeply my heart and runs my eyes wet. You can be proud of you! You are a good hearted wise men, with great daugters and a big lovely family. The act of your daughters and your family, are just a reflection of your human being. Your daughters are always guided by a big one like you are, and they will never let you down. There are always some people in your life they will cut their own to save yours. I don't believe but I respect your words and understand that cancer makes your live again, and not being blinded anymore. I hope you are in your best condition ever, and do not have any illnesses more. We can buy medicine, but not health. We can buy a house, but not a home. We can buy anything to care for our good life, but we can't buy true love. It's my pleasure to meet you. This is what I call true sense of being, trust, love, and care for your family. I appreciate your private experiences, be proud of your lovely daughters. Yours sincerely, Peter

Great talk from the heart. May God bless you always.

It's a very good job. I think it will help us for everybody. Thank you so much for your kindness.

Great ❤

Mark, you are incredibly brave and really should be on a TedTalk for this. God bless you my friend and I am happy to be subscribed.

Thank you for this message and I am very happy you have a wonderful support networks. Sending energy of health and healing to you.

Thanks a lot for sharing. It made me reflect. It’s important as you note to appreciate today as tomorrow isn’t promised. Bless ya brother. Prayers for you and your family.

One of the hardest thing one has to face in his lives. And hats off to you that you have overcame this through your will, through the positivity in your mind and the way you took it in a very normal proceedings of your life!! 😊😊

You are truly inspirational and you will help others. I am so sorry you are going through this, I pray you get a remission from this horrible disease. God bless you and yours 🙏

Getting best out of your time and Life. Powerful message. Stay blesses

Hello Mark, thanks for sharing your videos. It is very impressive to hear your story, which is very touching

It's such an honor to be connected with you and your journey. I've subscribed and am here to support you as much as I can. I grew up in Canyon Country. 🙏🏽

Mark: Thanks for permitting me a window into your life. The video from 7 July 2021 has a positivity about it - a reminder of our lives, their transience, the value of others to us - and of how - as you say - when one sense disappears the others are heightened - our awareness of those who mean so much more to us than - let's say - our working careers - as we face our mortality. You name those close to you - your mother, your wife, your sister and niece, your daughters including the one who with her partner drove right across country from NY to CA! They'll be back across country now - here we are communicating and it is now December (unless they've been recently back for Thanksgiving. A couple of times in my life I have faced the prospect that my life might soon come to a close - the first was on a plane from Australia back to Japan where I was then teaching - via Seoul - buffeted at the edges of a typhoon - the plane dropping then climbing back up...I was in my early 50s thinking that if that were the moment - I had had a fortunate life - no regrets. After which many things happened to me in the years beyond which were more than marvellous - friendships, founding a movement, dealing with a childhood which had not been the most positive, shall we say - and in latter times joining a new political movement... the second moment when I thought I might be facing my death was seven years right around now. My wife and I were visiting the US - we were in NYC - she fell/tripped on the Highline walk - cutting the skin on her leg and cracking some ribs. We were kindly looked after at a new medical centre in Bed-Stuy where we were staying - and then I became ill (as if competing for who was worst off - I joke) loss of energy of voice - night sweats - loss of appetite. We had two more weeks in NYC then a week in Hawai'i on our return to Australia. Upon arrival back - we both headed to our doctors. Mine was "a mass on my liver" - first thoughts - this is it! I was immediately ordered to hospital - it was an amoeba - possibly lurking within my body from a trip several years earlier to Phuket in Thailand. Anyway - it was dealt with. And my retirement back from all my years in Japan continued on - my walking, my reading, thinking - seeing friends/relatives - in Seattle, in western Canada, in Australia, in Germany, Austria - and via other means! To feel grateful for the beauty of our world - in central Europe - just two years ago in the Trans-Caucasus - during Covid lockdown times around our own state of New South Wales - (bigger than Texas!!)... I'm off at this moment for a cardiac Cat Scan - to check if there may be any hereditary factors present - my younger brother suffering a cardiac arrest/death in mid-August - and that's been another focussing moment - and keeping in touch with our mother - now in her early 90s. Thanks for your video - Mark. I will come back here later with a "Kageyama" story! Jim

I dig that you're a positive person Mark. Very inspirational.

What a brave man, what an incredible story. Thank you so much for this. Alan from LinkedIn.

great sharing Mark you are brave man.❤

Mark, I am so thankful for your story. Depending on the type of cancer you have, RSO(Rick Simpson Oil) might be highly effective at neutralizing it. Just a little extra something to research that you won't hear from the everyday medical community because it cures vs. prolonging misery, and Big pharma doesn't like that. 🙏🙏 for your complete healing. See ya in the gratitude room on CH!🧜‍♀️

All the best Mark ! Thank you for the message you share with us !!!

Good morning, you are loved, you look great, God is with you. Keep on keeping on.💯

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Hi Mark, Thank you for sharing your story you come across as very kind and down to earth. You are a very brave amazing man with a positive outlook on life. You have inspired me to live life every moment to the full. Thank you so much

You're a hero

It's really great video I appreciate you❤️😊🙏

Thank you Mark for sharing. Very inspiring and definitely will bring positive change in my life.

Wow thats amazing that you can see know

Thank you, Mark. God bless you. Frederick

Hi Mark, thanks for sharing your story 💙 I'm sad for you 😢 and really hope for a miracle 🙌 Your story is inspiration for many of us. Motivation to enjoy every single day, to appreaciate every moment with our love ones, to say always I LOVE YOU to our family and friends and don't wait to do it until a difficult time. I receive your message in my heart, thank you 🙏 God bless you 🙏

You are such an inspiration!🥰

You're a very wise man. Keep up the fight.

Amazing Mark. A true warrior