90% of his bone marrow was cancerous, but cancer never defined him. In this episode of From the Edge, Chris sits down with Ray Hartjen to talk about his journey through a life-changing diagnosis of multiple myeloma, undergoing a stem cell transplant, and discovering a new purpose through adversity. Ray shares how facing cancer changed how he viewed life, relationships, gratitude, and the importance of helping others on the same path. From becoming a patient advocate to writing his book and supporting the cancer community, Ray explains why your diagnosis can be part of your story, but it does not have to define who you are. In this episode, we discuss:

• Receiving a cancer diagnosis while feeling completely healthy
• The moment Ray discovered 90% of his bone marrow was cancerous
• His stem cell transplant journey
• Becoming an advocate for others facing cancer
• The power of community and asking for help
• The timeline exercise that changed how he sees life
• Finding purpose after hardship

If you or someone you love is facing a difficult diagnosis, this conversation is a reminder that you are not alone.

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Ericson Abalos was a rising MMA fighter who had just experienced the thrill of his first professional victory. Then, in an instant, a devastating neck injury changed the course of his life forever. In this powerful conversation, Erickson shares the journey leading up to the injury, what it felt like in those first terrifying moments, and the long road of recovery that followed. He opens up about fear, identity, faith, perseverance, and discovering purpose after the life he had planned was suddenly taken away. This isn’t just a story about a broken neck. It’s a story about rebuilding a life. If you’ve ever faced a setback, questioned your future, or wondered whether something good could ever come from your darkest season, Erickson’s story is a reminder that our greatest trials can become the foundation for something greater. To follow Ericson on Instagram: @eabalso27

One year after my bone marrow transplant, I look back on everything that changed, physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually. This isn’t just a story about surviving cancer; it’s about discovering gratitude, purpose, and a completely new way of living. If you’re searching for hope after a difficult season, this is for you.