Stage IV lung cancer is one of the deadliest and most commonly diagnosed cancers worldwide. Without effective treatment, patients with this diagnosis are typically given less than six months to live. After being told you’re on the threshold of death, what can you do? Conventional wisdom emphasizes your best chance of living out the rest of your prognosis, and you might feel that, ultimately, this is the only realistic option. But there is another tool in the fight against cancer, one that is not fully understood but incredibly powerful—the will to live, and its most important fuel: hope. Will to Live is a testament to the power of hope and a guide for how to take responsibility for your own healing. Breaking down the distinct phases of stage IV lung cancer survival, Paul Seyferth shares his process of building and maintaining hope throughout his own cancer treatment. Newly diagnosed stage IV lung cancer patients face an overwhelming amount of information on potential treatments, diets, fasting, and supplements as well as the emotional challenge of confronting their own mortality. Paul shows how taking on the role of citizen-scientist can help you navigate these challenges, build resilience, and make decisions about your treatment with more confidence. A cancer diagnosis doesn’t have to be a death sentence. The path to survival starts with the will to live. "As a seasoned radiation oncologist, this book has revitalized my passion for my practice and has added to my desire to be a better patient advocate. If I could, I would ensure that every oncologist today would read this book and add it to their medical library. Using his observational skills, research prowess, and analytical approach, Paul has put together a book that is a must-read for patients facing similar situations." —Kenneth D. Haugen, MD, Radiation Oncology "A diagnosis of stage IV cancer is a body blow, followed by a roundhouse punch when the doctor reveals the grim prognosis. That's where survivor Paul Seyferth comes in. An elite courtroom attorney, Seyferth uses his cool analytical mind and his powers of clear communication to produce an invaluable battle plan. No one wants to need this book—but everyone who needs it will be glad that it exists." —David Von Drehle, Washington Post columnist and author of The Book of Charlie "There is a common denominator amongst cancer survivors who beat the odds—I call it the X factor. The X factor is a mindset; an ethos of resilient hope. Paul possesses the X factor, and this book can help others learn to cultivate it in their own journey to beat the odds." —Lucas Tims, ND, FABNO, Integrative Oncology "Paul Seyferth set out to write one of those how-to guides, a DIY manual, a 'what to expect when . . .' book—and he did—but the smart reader will also find, among all the advice, an emotionally powerful memoir of a man pioneering at the borderland between death and life." —Jack Hitt, author of Off the Road: A Modern-Day Walk Down the Pilgrim's Route into Spain " Will to Live is a powerful and insightful guide for anyone facing a cancer diagnosis, especially those with advanced stages of the disease. Paul D. Seyferth combines his personal experience bringing his encouragement as a survival guide that is both practical and emotionally resonant. Seyferth's emphasis on hope, mental resilience, and personal responsibility in the healing process is particularly compelling. I appreciate his sharing of hope as his testament to the power of determination in facing life with lung cancer." —Terri Conneran, founder of KRAS Kickers, KRAS Cancer Connect (and seven-plus-year survivor of KRAS-positive lung cancer) "Paul Seyferth delves into the profound journey of facing cancer—a journey that intertwines the raw challenges of illness with the deep questions of existence. Paul's book is not just a story of survival but a philosophical exploration of what it means to truly live. Through candid reflections, personal stories, and philosophical musings, it offers a roadmap for navigating the emotional and existential terrain that cancer brings. Whether you are a patient, a survivor, or a loved one, Paul invites you to find meaning, strength, and hope in the face of one of life's most daunting challenges. His outlook on how to fight the inner demons is incredibly beneficial, and it translates to other diseases just as easily. A must-read when facing the most frightening parts of life." —Chris Powell, MA, PhD, Dipl. Ac., Traditional Chinese Medicine