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You were made to live

a resilient life

When life gets messy, we have a choice. Are we going to bow out or lean in? A life that feels satisfying and significant is the result of faith applied courageously during times of difficulty. . . and perhaps with a little help from a friend.

Welcome, I'm Glad You are Here!

I’m Piet Van Waarde, I'm a cancer warrior.

This journey has taught me resilience, and I want to share what I’ve learned so you can rediscover your strength and hope. By leaning on God’s love and grace amid hardship, I believe you can be stronger than you think. I’m already praying for it!

No one expects a cancer diagnosis, but once it happens, you choose how to respond: give up or grow stronger. The same is true for any life-altering challenge—financial, relational, vocational, or personal. These experiences change us, often for the better, even if it doesn’t feel that way at first.

I’ve always been a Black Sheep—thinking differently, not fitting in, and taking unconventional paths. In my cancer journey, this meant exploring nontraditional treatments, being honest about the struggle, and staying steadfast in faith. This experience has inspired my new mission: drawing from 40+ years as a pastor and my cancer journey to help others cultivate resilience in and through their challenges.

I never imagined saying this, but I thank God for where I am. This journey has made me more grateful for life’s simple blessings and more useful to those who struggle. As Henri Nouwen described, I am among the wounded healers—a pastor and fellow struggler.

About Me
How I Stay Resilient

Some inspiration for your own redemptive story

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Keep On Healing - A place of encouragement and partnership for people, each on their own healing journey.
Keep On Healing - A place of encouragement and partnership for people, each on their own healing journey.
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Pocket Prayers - Devotionals you can keep in your ‘spiritual pocket’ to guide you throughout the day.
Pocket Prayers - Devotionals you can keep in your ‘spiritual pocket’ to guide you throughout the day.
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Speaking Engagements - I offer spaces for meaningful conversations, fresh perspectives, and authentic community.
Speaking Engagements - I offer spaces for meaningful conversations, fresh perspectives, and authentic community.
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SideWalk Conversations - Ever wish you could be a "fly on the wall" during honest talks about life, If so, these conversations are for you.
SideWalk Conversations - Ever wish you could be a "fly on the wall" during honest talks about life, If so, these conversations are for you.
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Piet has an unparalleled ability to truly keep the attention of his audiences. His unique brand of humor and story-telling, coupled with delivering his intended message has made him a rare commodity in the speaking community.
Kevin AdamPresident, Forward Financial
Piet has an extraordinary gift – his approach to both speaking and writing renders the message easily understood with a lift of inspiration. He is a superstar in my book.
Greg SteinhoffPresident of Strategic Operations at Veterans United
I have hired a variety of speakers for my business over the years and Piet is as good as it gets!
Van AllenPresident, Hire Connections
A friend of mine, Pastor Piet, sends me these daily gifts from God. It's so true, God knows my heart and exactly what I'm feeling. I needed this reminder today before going in for my chemo treatment...
Denise M.(cancer patient)
Good morning, I just wanted you to know how much these daily devotions (pocket prayers) fill my cup every day. They really are a treasure!
Carol GuthrieHigh School Teacher
Piet was one of the best things that came out of my cancer journey. He has a genuine kindness about him, always asking how he can pray for and serve others even in the midst of his own health struggles. He has personally helped me get through some very difficult days with compassion, many prayers and the constant reminder to lean on the Lord through all of it.
Suzanna HakeCancer Warrior
Piet, your posts are always so meaningful... truly inspiring and thought provoking!
Candy SkinnerInterior Designer
Thank-you so much, I look forward to these prayer texts every morning!
Julie O'ConnorOncology Nurse
I have known Piet for 20 years and have appreciated his ability as a communicator. His passion for leadership was extremely helpful to our team to grow in their effectiveness and ability to execute.
Bill FretwellArea Leader, Edward Jones
I have marveled at Piet's journey through cancer! Being a close friend, I have watched him stay so authentically himself. He is willing to grow and do all that he possibly can to overcome! He has also continually inspired me. When I get tired of doing "all the things" in my own journey, his example and encouragement keep me moving forward.
Toni FowlerCancer Warrior
I’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with Piet on several training opportunities. One was related to leadership development and the other team-building. I have been responsible for many such sessions and Piet’s were not only the most well-attended, but the most fruitful in terms of changed practices thereafter.
Kerri RobertsCMO Sunstar Insurance Group National
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Keep·On·Heal·ing /kēp/ôn/ˈhēliNG/

noun

The process of restoring or regaining soundness or good health.

Healing takes many forms. Sometimes we experience it dramatically in this life. But sometimes it comes at the end of our lives as we enter our eternal home.

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We are all on a healing journey. Walking with each other and learning from each other. If I can be so bold, I believe God is using this platform as a vehicle of healing for us all… to pray for each other, encourage each other, and support one another as we walk through the ups/downs of trusting God for healing and wholeness!

Healing takes many forms. Sometimes we experience it dramatically in this life. But sometimes it comes at the end of our lives as we enter our eternal home.

My dear friend Lynn Blackmore’s way of living highlighted her heart as a true champion. Throughout our conversations, she signed off with #keeponhealing. I loved that and adopted the practice.

Let's Keep On Healing - Together

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