Core Summary
This article tells the story of anti-cancer blogger "Zhu Zige" (Zhou Yunjiao): a former senior financial lawyer from Fudan University Law School who handled overseas mergers and acquisitions in several countries. In 2018, she was diagnosed with lymphoma, lupus, and advanced gastric cancer. Despite these challenges, she faced them with optimism and professional skills. She shared her treatment experiences on social media and wrote books to help other patients. Her new book, "I Still Want to See," had a huge success at its signing event, where readers not only bought the books but also sought inspiration from her. Her story demonstrates that patients are ordinary people, and life is about coping with uncertainty; even when sick, one can still make a difference and achieve their goals.
Detailed Analysis
1. From "Financial Elite" to "Anti-Cancer Blogger": Professional Skills as a Weapon
Zhou Yunjiao is no ordinary cancer patient. With a degree from Fudan University Law School and experience as a transaction lawyer, she has dealt with overseas mergers and acquisitions in countries like Indonesia and Pakistan. These experiences have honed her critical thinking and decision-making abilities. After becoming ill, she applied these skills to her fight against the disease—creating mind maps for treatment plans and analyzing the pros and cons of different options. She answered patients' questions on Weibo with the same clarity and organization as she would handle legal issues. Her first book, "Growing Towards the Sun," serves as an anti-cancer guide, providing not only her own treatment journey but also advice on adjusting one's mindset and how family members can support the patient.
2. The New Book: Making Cancer Fighting Part of a Life Story
Her second book, "I Still Want to See," differs from the first. While the first was a practical guide, the second is more like a personal memoir, starting with her childhood and placing cancer fighting within the context of family and personal growth. This approach makes the experience less daunting. The success of the signing event highlights this: readers waited outside for hours just to offer their support and even sent her photos from Polaroid cameras. This emotional connection is more significant than simply buying a book; they wanted to confirm that she was still doing well and to find courage in her story.
3. Being Ill Doesn't Mean Stopping Life
Zhou Yunjiao proves that patients are ordinary people. She traveled during treatment breaks and even pursued new business opportunities abroad after controlling her condition. This month, she was still working on a case in Mexico, responding to messages between midnight and 2 a.m. due to time differences. Her message is clear: "Patients are human, and life is about dealing with uncertainty." For example, when facing a recurrence of the disease, she doesn't panic but adjusts her approach like she would for a work project, ensuring the quality of her decisions (such as choosing the best treatment option) and maintaining a clear perspective. This attitude allows her to live a more fulfilling life than many healthy people.
4. Time Management Tips
People admire her energy and time management skills, but she says she doesn't feel busy. The secret is to make time management a habit, without much effort. For instance, she uses bathroom breaks to answer patients' questions, listens to podcasts while applying makeup, and thinks about writing ideas while bathing. She maximizes her precious time: "No amount of money can buy my time." However, she regrets not having more uninterrupted time to complete large projects (like starting a business), which is a common aspiration for everyone.
5. Finding Meaning in Life
Zhou Yunjiao values her achievements and the impact she has on others. She says, "I need recognition for my contributions." Even when sick, top companies in her industry still seek her advice for expanding overseas markets. Helping patients and writing books are ways for her to realize her value. Her professional background as a lawyer, where she had to handle challenging situations independently, has given her strong resilience. For her, helping others is not a sacrifice but part of her life's purpose. The support from readers at the signing event is the best recognition of her worth.
This article doesn't delve into complex financial data but shows through Zhou Yunjiao's story that no matter the uncertainties we face, maintaining clear decision-making and using our time wisely can help us live the life we desire. Her story is not only an inspiring tale of overcoming cancer but also a lesson on how to lead a meaningful life.