Known to be a trusted  source, Merriam Webster's provides the following...

Survive: v. "To remain alive or in existence; live on to continue to function or prosper

Thrive: v. "To PROGRESS toward or REALIZE a goal DESPITE or BECAUSE OF circumstances.

On Sept 9, 2014, I became a brain tumor Survivor! But on Oct 21, 2015, I became a brain tumor THRIVER!

Both states of being are Powerful in their own right, because neither is easy. But the moment I discovered the Walk Ahead for Brain Tumor Discoveries 5K and realized I was not alone, and my personal painful experience had a wayyyy bigger purpose and meaning, I tapped into a superpower that has fueled me for the past decade!

When you join my team of BElievers, you are doing more than just walking! You are a living, breathing example of the PROGESS we're making towards a goal of finding a cure and improving our quality of life DESPITE each of our personal circumstances! And that kind of support is irreplacable!