I was 31 years old when I was diagnosed with stage four epithelioid hemangioendothelioma, an extremely rare sarcoma. A sarcoma is a cancer of the bone, cartilage, fat, muscle, blood vessels, or other connective or supportive tissue. There is currently no cure or treatment, so I was told to watch and wait. But I've never been able to take no for an answer, so I got busy making my own game plan.

I did two things. First I used my creativity to channel and overcome the paralyzing fear. I became the director, instead of the patient; the author, not the victim. This process helped me work through my doubt and gave me a much-needed voice. The second thing I did was to focus on what I could control. Cancer is so out of control. But I could control what I ate, drank, and thought. So I did. I started to feel healthier and happier. I still do, and I know I'm making a difference in my life.

I also have a strong sense of pride that I'm helping others feel better by teaching them to take control and participate in their well-being. There is a lot of health information out there, and a lot of it is inaccurate. It puts the burden on the patient to find the answers. Plus, very few doctors have any experience with nutrition. Many great doctors do not value the power of food as medicine. I've spent the past 6 years learning about nutrition and finding sound solutions.

Juicing. I juice every day, twice a day. I use all fresh, organic ingredients, including mostly vegetables such as leafy greens, cucumbers, and celery. It's really changed my life tremendously. Juicing gives me a bunch of great stuff instantly. The ingredients I use give me a variety of vitamins and minerals. And in general, a diet high in vegetables has been shown to reduce cancer risk and to improve overall health. It's the cornerstone of my health revolution.

I feel spectacular! I have more energy and clarity than I did before I was diagnosed. Aside from going vegan and eating mostly raw foods, I quit my job, moved, dove into a yoga/spiritual practice, and basically started living my life to the fullest. It's amazing how many areas of my body and soul began to heal.

I started filming weeks after I was diagnosed. It really helped me to get back on my feet and focus. I've been working through my issues with personal journals since I was 14 years old. So it was natural for me to write about my experiences.

The title came from mass emails I'd write to friends and family. It was my way of disarming the situation and making people realize that even though I was going through something serious, it wasn't the end of the world. It made them laugh and lighten up. To me, "crazy" means out of the box, forward thinking. "Sexy" means empowered and whole. Most people love the title. It takes the bite out of the stigma. I get lots of support from people. I'm grateful for that.

So many! Depending on what type of cancer you are diagnosed with, fertility can be a major issue. Unfortunately, many women don't know that chemo and radiation can affect fertility until it's too late. Also, young women can be more sensitive to feeling isolated and like damaged goods. Who will want them now? I tell people that I met my husband when I had cancer. We made my documentary together. The film is really the story of how we fell in love. Through cancer, I met my soul mate.

The stigma of cancer is more painful when you're young. At the beginning of your life it's harder to deal with a disease that generally happens when a person is much older. Relationships change. Body image can be affected. It's not an easy road, but that's one of the reasons why I did it my own way. I never let it define me, I define it.

By setting the tone for how I was going to deal with the disease, I found that it really helped people learn how to talk to me. I stop people in their tracks when they feel sorry for me, or when they get overly dramatic and morose. No way do I open myself up to that kind of energy. It's ok to be sad, cry, scream, spit, or yell. But, it's not ok to wallow in that state. Do it and then move on. If you don't, no one else will and your issues will sink deeper into your tissues. Don't play the victim and don't let anyone else victimize you. It took a while, but I realized that cancer made me stronger.

Live everyday like it's your first and it's so great that you can't wait to have another. Take care of yourself. Focus on your diet and lifestyle. Have compassion for yourself and others. Make time for fun.

I'm writing a new book and developing a TV show for an exciting new network. I'm also focusing on training my new puppy not to jump on people! This year I'll be doing a lot of public speaking as well as launching a new web site and expanding our great online community and store. It's a busy and exciting time. I'm very lucky.