ABOUT GENE
Learning to Live with Purpose
Gene was diagnosed with Kidney Disease at the age of 19.
See life through the eyes of a survivor who never takes a single day for granted.
ABOUT GENE
Learning to Live
With Purpose
A UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE
Gene's story brings a unique and refreshing perspective to how we deal with change or loss. Through his story Gene brings awareness to the unhealthy ways that many of us cope with challenges and the effect that this can have on our mental health and he shares how he overcame this by being willing to be vulnerable, ask for help and by learning to love himself.
A UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE
Gene's story brings a unique and refreshing perspective to how we deal with change or loss. Through his story Gene brings awareness to the unhealthy ways that many of us cope with challenges and the effect that this can have on our mental health and he shares how he overcame this by being willing to be vulnerable, ask for help and by learning to love himself.
As a survivor of kidney disease, Gene has faced numerous turning points that forced him to reevaluate his life's direction. From the devastating diagnosis in his college years to the subsequent emotional rollercoaster, he learned to cope with grief, fear, and self-doubt. During those times, he wore a mask—a grin and a nod—to hide his pain from the world, bottling up his emotions.
Gene brings a unique perspective to overarching themes in the human experience. We have all had those earth shattering moments in our lives such as the death of a loved one, a crippling illness, a betrayal in a relationship, or a financial loss that has brought our lives to a screeching halt. Gene's story brings a unique and refreshing perspective to how we deal with change or loss. Through his story he brings awareness to the unhealthy ways that many of us cope with challenges and the effect that this can have on our mental health. His story can help anyone who is struggling to see that it is ok not to be ok and that it is ok to seek help.
In addition to his battle with kidney disease Gene also suffered a heart attack. This was a wake up call and the catalyst that got Gene to make some serious changes, changes from the inside out, changes that would last. He learned to love himself. He began to let down the mask he had been wearing and become more authentic and vulnerable. He started to become more of who he truly is.
As Gene transformed himself on the inside, he also began to experience change on the outside. He has been able to reclaim his health and currently,Gene is an Executive Director of a national kidney organization.
He is dedicated to raising awareness, providing support, and advocating for kidney health in this region.
His personal journey with kidney disease has shaped him into the advocate he is today. From facing his own battles with kidney disease to receiving two life-saving kidney transplants, he understands firsthand the challenges and triumphs that come with this condition.
Because of his own struggles and the challenges he faced, Gene became acutely aware of the toll kidney disease takes not only on the physical health but also on the mental and emotional well-being of patients and their families. This realization sparked a new determination within him to advocate for comprehensive care that addresses both the medical and psychological aspects of kidney disease.
With this passion driving him, Gene is on a mission to bridge the gap between physical health and mental well-being for kidney patients. He understands that the emotional roller-coaster ride of facing a life-threatening illness needs to be acknowledged and supported. Gene's personal journey taught him the importance of providing a safe space for individuals to express their fears, frustrations, and anxieties, allowing them to find solace and encouragement from others who share similar experiences.
Gene firmly believes that addressing the mental health aspect of kidney disease not only improves the quality of life for patients but also empowers them to face their medical journey with resilience and hope. His work as a public speaker is to break the stigma surrounding mental health issues and encouraged open conversations about the emotional impact of kidney disease.
In so doing he opens the door to conversations about mental health in all areas of the human experience. His message is a message of hope and encouragement that brings a fresh perspective to anyone struggling with mental health, anxiety, depression, fear or self doubt.
Book Gene to speak at your next event.
Help to spread this message of hope.
Be encouraged.
Live fully.
As a survivor of kidney disease, Gene has faced numerous turning points that forced him to reevaluate his life's direction. From the devastating diagnosis in his college years to the subsequent emotional rollercoaster, he learned to cope with grief, fear, and self-doubt. During those times, he wore a mask—a grin and a nod—to hide his pain from the world, bottling up his emotions.
Gene brings a unique perspective to overarching themes in the human experience. We have all had those earth shattering moments in our lives such as the death of a loved one, a crippling illness, a betrayal in a relationship, or a financial loss that has brought our lives to a screeching halt. Gene's story brings a unique and refreshing perspective to how we deal with change or loss. Through his story he brings awareness to the unhealthy ways that many of us cope with challenges and the effect that this can have on our mental health. His story can help anyone who is struggling to see that it is ok not to be ok and that it is ok to seek help.
In addition to his battle with kidney disease Gene also suffered a heart attack. This was a wake up call and the catalyst that got Gene to make some serious changes, changes from the inside out, changes that would last. He learned to love himself. He began to let down the mask he had been wearing and become more authentic and vulnerable. He started to become more of who he truly is.
As Gene transformed himself on the inside, he also began to experience change on the outside. He has been able to reclaim his health and currently
Because of his own struggles and the challenges he faced, Gene became acutely aware of the toll kidney disease takes not only on the physical health but also on the mental and emotional well-being of patients and their families. This realization sparked a new determination within him to advocate for comprehensive care that addresses both the medical and psychological aspects of kidney disease.
With this passion driving him, Gene is on a mission to bridge the gap between physical health and mental well-being for kidney patients. He understands that the emotional roller-coaster ride of facing a life-threatening illness needs to be acknowledged and supported. Gene's personal journey taught him the importance of providing a safe space for individuals to express their fears, frustrations, and anxieties, allowing them to find solace and encouragement from others who share similar experiences.
Gene firmly believes that addressing the mental health aspect of kidney disease not only improves the quality of life for patients but also empowers them to face their medical journey with resilience and hope. His work as a public speaker is to break the stigma surrounding mental health issues and encouraged open conversations about the emotional impact of kidney disease.
In so doing he opens the door to conversations about mental health in all areas of the human experience. His message is a message of hope and encouragement that brings a fresh perspective to anyone struggling with mental health, anxiety, depression, fear or self doubt.
Book Gene to speak at your next event.
Help to spread this message of hope.
Be encouraged.
Live fully.
