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It’s Not
About the Bike: My Journey Back to Life by Lance Armstrong |
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Second chance Close to death from testicular cancer in
1996, Lance Armstrong fought the disease and recovered strength to win the Tour
de France in 1999. He tells an inspirational story in his book, It’s Not
About the Bike. Armstrong attacked cancer with the spirit and courage he used
to attack riders in bike races. This book discloses Armstrong’s
transformation from a cocky, angry, edgy athlete to a maturing parent and
cancer survivor. Most of us face transforming experiences
in our lives. In some ways, all past experience forms us for how we will deal
with suffering or other new challenges. Armstrong used all his strength and
wits to refocus his priorities and beat cancer. “We each cope differently with the specter
of our deaths. Some people deny it. Some pray. Some numb themselves with
tequila. I was tempted to do a little of each of those things. But I think we
are supposed to try to face it straightforwardly, armed with nothing but
courage. The definition of courage is: the quality of spirit that enables one
to encounter danger with firmness and without fear.” Each of us can listen and learn from the
experiences of others. Armstrong’s story, told with the help of writer Sally
Jenkins, inspired me to think about my own priorities and attitudes. The
story is told with candor and directness. Read this book, especially if you
can use a dose of inspiration. Buy it and give it to someone who know who is
struggling with some aspect of life. Steve Hopkins, October 6, 2000 |
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