Inspire, Thrive, Survive
A creative journal by Mark Mandelbaum: reflections, interviews, poetry, and reviews.
Born from my survivor's motto, it's now a space for stories that connect, inspire, and help others thrive.
Origin Story
Born as my motto during cancer, #InspireThriveSurvive honors my late grandmother, a teacher who inspired everyone around her.
Those words gave me strength, and today this blog is where I share reflections, interviews, and poetry.
Dedicated to my late grandmother, who inspired #InspireThriveSurvive.
Featured Posts
Inspire, Thrive, Skydive! - A reflection on facing fear and finding freedom through skydiving. A story of resilience, perspective, and living fully after cancer.
The Window (2014) - A personal essay on survivorship, grief, and gratitude. This piece continues to inspire families and survivors with its honest perspective.
Kosha Dillz Interview - Hip hop artist Kosha Dillz shares his story of hustle, creativity, and community. A candid look at passion, persistence, and life in music.
Personal Reflections
Inspire, Thrive, Skydive! - A reflection on facing fear and finding freedom through skydiving. A story of resilience, perspective, and living fully after cancer.
The Window (2014) - A personal essay on survivorship, grief, and gratitude. This piece continues to inspire families and survivors with its honest perspective.
Finding Myself (2013) - How writing lyrics helped me discover my voice, build resilience, and transform creativity into healing during a pivotal chapter of life.
Interviews
Kosha Dillz Interview - Hip hop artist Kosha Dillz shares his story of hustle, creativity, and community. A candid look at passion, persistence, and life in music.
20 Questions with Ori - An interview with Ori from King of the Nerds Season 3. Fun insights into his experience on the show and what life looks like beyond it.
Poetry
Saturday Night (2023) - A short poem about a simple evening spent with friends and family. A reminder that joy often lives in life's smallest, shared moments.