Ronald Chin

CURE contributor Ronald D. Chin received a diagnosis of multiple myeloma in 2017 and has been in remission since 2023.

Thoughts on life, multiple myeloma, architecture and Douglas Adams.

What is the first emotion that comes to mind about your cancer journey? For me, the strong emotion that I choose is shock!

Thoughts on standing up to cancer through recovered mobility and by sharing my multiple myeloma journey.

Through exercise, meditation, and gratitude, I reset my mind and body, finding peace and strength in life after my cancer diagnosis.

I share how traveling fueled my passion for life, how myeloma changed my journeys, and how new mobility options have opened doors to adventure and connection.

I reflect on finding peace, purpose and presence after my diagnosis through a creative writing exercise rooted in mindfulness and metaphor.

I share how I survived multiple myeloma, painful spine fractures and years of recovery to reclaim my independence and vitality.

Throughout my experience with multiple myeloma, I was humbled by the unexpected support and kindness shown to me.

I rediscovered myself through community, writing, music and cooking after my journey with multiple myeloma.

2024 was a year of resilience after a myeloma diagnosis, marked by a return to public speaking, a documentary filming experience and a fundraising walk.

Reflecting on the pain I experienced before my diagnosis of multiple myeloma, I realized how important it was to pay attention to the related symptoms.

Since my diagnosis with multiple myeloma, I try to keep inspired to keep moving forward despite the challenges.

As soon as I entered complete remission for multiple myeloma, I felt a glimmer of hope.

After my myeloma diagnosis, each day is my own personal Olympics, filled with trials and triumph.

Side effects from multiple myeloma, such as six inches of collapsed vertebrae, have made me adjust my lifestyle, but I make the most of what I can.

A beautiful tapestry reminded me to stay positive, even during a challenging time with cancer.

I need to acknowledge and address the impact stress from multiple myeloma has on my mental and emotional wellbeing.

After cancer, I've been learning to maintain a positive attitude regarding my self-image and rehabilitation.

Even though multiple myeloma had devastating effects on my collapsed lungs, singing has helped regain my sense of strength and resilience.

I didn't know that a side effect of bone strengtheners could be jawbone detachment.

I found family in my cancer support groups.

Braving the storm that is cancer.

Mixed in the boxes of appointments and cancer treatments are milestones that uplift my spirits and are unique to my healing journey.

I’m more than six years out from my myeloma diagnosis and realized that I’m capable of more than just surviving.