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Mbali Maphumulo
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Thandiwe Mbali Maphumulo (born 24 March 1980), is a South African actress, singer and dancer who was in television serials such as 4Play: Sex Tips for Girls, Uzalo and Is'thunzi.
Quotes
We lived in a one-room shack
Allow your will power to do its work. You are stronger than your pain. Imagine that this, too, shall pass. Tap into that feeling of surviving
My breasts were sore,’ she says, ‘with a rash and discolouration
https://www.jetclub.co.za/2019/09/mbali-maphumulo-true-survivor.html?m=1
I was in denial when I received the results
That is my song – if you are vigilant, you can catch it early and stop it.
I had my family taken from me when I was young, but my aunt took me in. There is no need to dwell on what I don’t have
https://www.jetclub.co.za/2019/09/mbali-maphumulo-true-survivor.html?m=1
My bones are fragile,’ she says, ‘but it is a small price to pay for gaining 15 more years of my life
In some cultures,’ she says, ‘people believe cancer means you are paying for something you did. A lot still needs to change
You count your blessings
Being close to death makes you rethink everything. Knowing that it can come back teaches you to appreciate the small things
https://www.jetclub.co.za/2019/09/mbali-maphumulo-true-survivor.html?m=1
I took a six-month break from The Lion King and joined Muvhango, to test the waters
It took me nine months before I could secure my first big role
If you are used to working, not having a steady income can be really tough
https://www.jetclub.co.za/2019/09/mbali-maphumulo-true-survivor.html?m=1
Mentally, I prepared myself. I was definitely better equipped for the situation if it ever came back, and it did
My strong character also really helped me. I'm a very strong person in general and always take the bull by the horns at all times in life
Resilience is key in situations like this because it is not just a physical battle; It is an emotional and mental battle that I was determined to win.” said the actress
SA actress Mbali Maphumulo on her breast cancer battle: 'Mentally, I prepared myself',Published Oct 27, 2019,By Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi
But since it has happened, I have chosen to focus on my blessings, and being grateful that I am alive to see my children grow
To anyone going through what I went through, I advise that they keep the optimism and the strength. I chose strength. I chose to share my story to inspire the next person going through what I am going through
SA actress Mbali Maphumulo on her breast cancer battle: 'Mentally, I prepared myself',Published Oct 27, 2019,By Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi
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Category:1980 births
Category:Singer-songwriters from South Africa
Category:Actresses from South Africa
Category:Living people