What does it mean when two up and coming, globally successful business people face a life threatening diagnosis?

Jeff and Janette Marx share their experience when Janette was diagnosed and treated for breast cancer. Jeff emphasizes the importance of positivity and being a strong pillar. He highlights collaboration with family and clear work communication. Janette discusses Jeff's balance of support and responsibilities. Both stress honest communication and personal boundaries.

Cancer impacts the whole family and their candid stories convey the different dimensions and key elements needed to survive together.

Please share this episode with family and friends, and consider making a donation at therose.org. It could save the life of an uninsured woman.

Key Questions Answered

1.) What was Jeff’s reaction to Janette’s breast cancer diagnosis?

2.) How did Jeff support Janette throughout her breast cancer experience?

3.) How did Jeff battle his personal fears during Janette’s breast cancer experience?

4.) How did Jeff balance being a caretaker and having a career?

5.) What’s Jeff’s message for anyone who's supporting their spouse through a cancer diagnosis?

Timestamped Overview

00:00 Upon her return, I sensed trouble immediately.

04:30 Fear of losing her, but hopeful and supportive.

08:30 Fears and support during post-surgery recovery.

11:38 Maintain communication, share responsibilities, and offer support.

15:33 Caring for wife, adjusting work schedule.

18:07 Doctors provided vital support post-surgery. Partnered effectively.

20:18 "Be positive and bring strength to others."

What does it mean when two up and coming, globally successful business people face a life threatening diagnosis?
Jeff and Janette Marx share their experience when Janette was diagnosed and treated for breast cancer. Jeff emphasizes the importance of positivity and being a strong pillar. He highlights collaboration with family and clear work communication. Janette discusses Jeff's balance of support and responsibilities. Both stress honest communication and personal boundaries.
Cancer impacts the whole family and their candid stories convey the different dimensions and key elements needed to survive together.
Please share this episode with family and friends, and consider making a donation at <a href="https://therose.org">therose.org</a>. It could save the life of an uninsured woman.
Key Questions Answered
1.) What was Jeff’s reaction to Janette’s breast cancer diagnosis?
2.) How did Jeff support Janette throughout her breast cancer experience?
3.) How did Jeff battle his personal fears during Janette’s breast cancer experience?
4.) How did Jeff balance being a caretaker and having a career?
5.) What’s Jeff’s message for anyone who's supporting their spouse through a cancer diagnosis?
Timestamped Overview
00:00 Upon her return, I sensed trouble immediately.
04:30 Fear of losing her, but hopeful and supportive.
08:30 Fears and support during post-surgery recovery.
11:38 Maintain communication, share responsibilities, and offer support.
15:33 Caring for wife, adjusting work schedule.
18:07 Doctors provided vital support post-surgery. Partnered effectively.
20:18 "Be positive and bring strength to others."

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.

Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.
Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

Let's Talk About Your Breasts

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.


Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.
 Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.