JohnVsGBM Blog

HELLO, I'M JOHNATHAN.

I was diagnosed with Glioblastoma (GBM) the day before Thanksgiving, 2023. When I searched for hope, all I found were grim statistics. So I decided to share my own journey — one of strength, honesty, and resilience — to remind others that every GBM story is different.

Skating Through the Unknown: Reflecting on a Milestone Trip

December 8, 2024
Posted by Johnathan Masterson

Thriving Through Thanksgiving: What I’m Thankful For

November 28, 2024
Posted by Johnathan Masterson

The History and Meaning of Cancer Awareness Ribbons

November 18, 2024
Posted by Johnathan Masterson

Early Black Friday Sale: 25% Off All Cancer Awareness Apparel!

November 11, 2024
Posted by Johnathan Masterson

Turning a Glioblastoma Diagnosis into Purpose: The Story Behind JohnVsGBM

November 11, 2024
Posted by Johnathan Masterson

Take Comfort in Knowing You Are Not Alone

November 1, 2024
Posted by Johnathan Masterson

The Road to Healing: Mental and Physical Health During Cancer

October 14, 2024
Posted by Johnathan Masterson

Can Optune Be Done by Yourself?

October 7, 2024
Posted by Johnathan Masterson

Bucket List Moment: Best Day Ever! How One Person Can Make a Difference—Be That Person for Someone

October 2, 2024
Posted by Johnathan Masterson

Another Bucket List Dream Realized: Living Life with Purpose

September 20, 2024
Posted by Johnathan Masterson

Creating My Bucket List: Living with Purpose Despite Cancer

September 13, 2024
Posted by Johnathan Masterson

Living with a Terminal Diagnosis: Facing Mortality with Grace

September 10, 2024
Posted by Johnathan Masterson

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I was diagnosed with Glioblastoma (GBM) - aka Brain Cancer, November 22, 2023, the day before Thanksgiving. I'm sharing my journey in hopes it might provide comfort, assistance, or guidance to someone else facing a similar journey. When I was first diagnosed, I scoured the internet for stories of hope but found mostly negativity and ominous predictions. I knew there were survivors out there, and each person's journey with GBM is unique. Follow along as I battle this diagnosis.