My final update

Ikenna
19 Sept 202412:58

Summary

TLDRIn this heartfelt video, Cenna shares his final health update, detailing his battle with post-viral dysautonomia and POTS, a condition worsened by a failed medical trial in Spain. After years of struggling with his health, he announces a shift in focus. He's stepping down as CEO of his language learning app, Fluo, which is thriving under new leadership. Cenna is also looking for a co-host to take over his YouTube channel, allowing him to stay connected with his audience despite his limitations. He reflects on the challenges and opportunities ahead, urging the community to stay involved.

Takeaways

  • 😊 Cenna is giving a final health update and sharing major life changes.
  • 😔 She has been struggling with post-viral dysautonomia, possibly triggered by COVID, affecting her nervous system and daily functions.
  • 🇩🇪 She spent years learning German and pursued experimental treatments for her condition in Germany and later Spain, but they were unsuccessful.
  • 🇪🇸 Cenna went to Spain for a clinical trial but was unable to participate due to not having the necessary biomarkers.
  • 💔 The unsuccessful trial left her physically and financially drained, causing significant setbacks to her health.
  • 🎉 Despite her health struggles, Cenna is proud that her language-learning app, Fluo, is thriving after stepping down as CEO and appointing someone else.
  • 💪 She is now focused on behind-the-scenes company strategy and product development for Fluo.
  • 💼 Fluo is preparing for a public launch but faces funding challenges, with plans to potentially explore equity crowdfunding.
  • 🎥 Cenna is looking for a co-host to take over her YouTube channel due to her inability to consistently produce content due to her health.
  • 📢 The co-host will share revenue and could even gain equity in Fluo, with Cenna still contributing occasionally via short appearances or messages.

Q & A

  • What health condition does Cenna suffer from?

    -Cenna suffers from post-viral dysautonomia with POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome), which affects the part of the nervous system responsible for automatic functions like controlling temperature, sleep, and physical exertion.

  • What experimental treatment did Cenna attempt in Germany?

    -Cenna attempted an experimental treatment called plasma exchange therapy (plasma FIS) in Germany, hoping it could cure his condition. Unfortunately, the treatment did not work.

  • Why did Cenna travel to Spain after the failed treatment in Germany?

    -Cenna traveled to Spain to participate in a clinical trial for a promising drug for dysautonomia after being invited by a clinic running the same trial that had previously ghosted him in Germany.

  • What happened during Cenna's clinical trial in Spain?

    -Cenna underwent testing at a clinic in Madrid to see if he had the required biomarkers for the clinical trial. Unfortunately, the results showed he did not qualify for the trial, leading to disappointment and financial loss.

  • How did Cenna's trip to Spain impact his health?

    -The trip to Spain physically exhausted Cenna, severely impacting his already fragile health. He described the journey as extremely difficult and mentioned that it took months to recover to his pre-trip condition.

  • What decisions did Cenna make regarding his business, Fluo?

    -Cenna decided to step down as CEO of Fluo and bring in someone else to manage day-to-day operations. This allowed him to reduce stress and focus on company strategy, which led to significant improvements in both his health and the company’s performance.

  • What major challenge does Fluo currently face?

    -Fluo is running low on funds despite stretching their Kickstarter money efficiently. Cenna mentioned they are considering reaching out to investors or exploring equity crowdfunding, allowing the community to invest in the company.

  • What is Cenna’s plan for his YouTube channel?

    -Cenna plans to bring on a co-host to take over the majority of the content creation for his YouTube channel. This co-host would produce videos in a similar style to Cenna, while he would occasionally appear in videos or provide voice messages.

  • What opportunity is Cenna offering to potential co-hosts for his YouTube channel?

    -Cenna is offering a 50/50 revenue split for any earnings generated through sponsorships, affiliate deals, ad revenue, and more. Additionally, the co-host would gain exposure and potentially earn equity in his company, Fluo.

  • Why is Cenna making these significant changes to his personal and professional life?

    -Cenna is making these changes because his health condition has worsened, and after the failed treatment attempts, he realizes he needs to prepare for the possibility of remaining sick for the foreseeable future. He hopes these decisions will allow him to focus on recovery while keeping his projects and community thriving.

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