Join us as we share the stories of ordinary people living extraordinary lives. These are the kind of stories that have the power to inspire us all to keep fighting, no matter what we’re facing.

This is Surviving & Thriving.

“Surviving & Thriving,” is produced by Bolder Broadcasting, the team behind the nationally syndicated “Growing Bolder,” and presented by Florida Hospital, with support from WKMG Local 6.

This episode originally aired on Sept. 5, 2014 and is presented here with limited commercial interruption. Some of the stories you’ll see in this episode include the incredible story of survival from Dee Bennett, who nearly died waiting for a double organ transplant. Wait until you see how he’s making the most of the gifts he received today. Plus, meet Benji Watson, a childhood cancer survivor who is making a real difference for other children and their families going through the same scary experience.