In this special rebroadcast, we honor the memory of Kelly U’Ren Moody, a devoted advocate and colleague who passed away on January 16, 2026. This conversation, originally recorded in September 2021, captures Kelly’s extraordinary spirit as she navigated a terminal oral cancer diagnosis. After being told in 2016 that she had only four to six months to live, Kelly went on to live a full, impactful life for nearly another decade.
Kelly’s story is a testament to the power of gratitude and the unfiltered reality of long-term survivorship. She shares how she transitioned from a career in finance to health coaching just as her diagnosis changed her life, and how she chose to "face it head-on" every single day.
In this Episode:
Navigating the Terminal
The Reality of Side Effects
The Power of Gratitude
Communicating with Loved Ones
Transcript: https://bit.ly/podscript181
About Kelly: Kelly was the creator of the blog Face It Head On, where she shared her journey with head and neck cancer to provide hope to others worldwide. Her legacy lives on through the lives she touched and the advocacy work she championed within the cancer community.
Visit Kelly's Socials
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KellyURenMoody
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyurenmoody/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyurenmoo/
Book: https://a.co/d/09KgBORm
Original recording: https://podcast.ausha.co/navigatingcancertogether/living-looking-beyond-6-months
Video: The Fight of my Life, https://youtu.be/DmcXbbUDzyk
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Hosted, Produced, Written, and Edited by: Talaya Dendy
Disclaimer: The information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only and SHOULD NOT be used as a substitute for sound professional medical advice, evaluation, or care from your physician or other qualified health care provider.
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