Media personality Mark Pilgrim is refusing to suffer in silence. Pilgrim, who has not shied away from sharing his experiences with cancer and other major health challenges on social media, says he will continue to share his journey because it could save someone’s life.
Taking to Instagram, on Tuesday the Hot 1027 FM radio host explained to his fans why it’s important for him to document his cancer journey online. Someone posted, asking why I’m revealing my personal health journey on social media, suggesting I should rather keep it to myself,” wrote the veteran radio and TV star.
“Well, here’s one of the reasons I journal my cancer journey online, and it’s summed up in this message I received a while back from a follower: ‘I didn’t want to get out of bed today. I read your post … and stood up’.
“If my posts encourage just one person to find the inner strength to face another day, it’s all worthwhile,” he said.
The radio legend also took the opportunity to thank everyone who wished him well on his birthday.
“By the way, thanks for all the wishes over the past week. I’m on the mend. With medical intervention, my immune system has had a kick-start and is back on track again .
“Got bronchitis along the way though, which means still a few days before I can jibber jabber on the radio again Fans and friends flooded Pilgrim’s comments section with messages of love and support.
Sureshnie Rider said: “ I love your journalling and sharing Mark! It has provided so much support on different levels and we also want to be part of your recovery Karin Schonauer wrote: “Please don’t EVER stop posting! Your journey, your honesty, and especially your extremely positive attitude touch so so many lives.
Source: IOL
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