The Heart Behind the Chart

The Importance of Humor for Cancer Survivors, Friends, Family, & Caregivers

A cancer diagnosis affects more than the disease’s host. Friends, family  and caregivers are all included in the new world disorder. When humorist and motivational speaker Izzy Gesell was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2001 he was forced to take his own advice about the spirit-strengthening power of humor.

In this hilarious, heartwarming and hope-filled program, Izzy shares how he found humor in his experiences while showing how humor works so anyone can bring more joy and happiness into their lives, no matter what the situation.