Sending a warm text or gentle smile are small acts of compassion that can serve as a lifeline during difficult times. Such actions not only heal the person being sheltered but also help to build trust, belonging, and courage in those around us. These micro-moments are beautiful in the sense that they can cut through…
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Accepting Bravery: How Early Palliative Care Affects Your Cancer Journey
A cancer diagnosis has the power to drastically alter a person’s life, bringing uncertainty, hope, and fear into every day. Palliative care is often thought of as a service that is only available in the last days of life, which feeds the myth that it is only meant for circumstances in which there is no…
Read moreHow to Stay Strong When Things Seem Unstable
Have you ever had the impression that life is a windswept deck of cards? Every day can feel like that when you have cancer. Everything appears to be normal one minute, and then everything changes the next. Plans fall apart, the ground moves under you, and all of a sudden, it seems like your world…
Read moreChoosing a Braver Morning: Setting an Honest Intention Before Breakfast
Every sunrise brings a new set of worries, aches, and—if we are open to it—possibilities. For anyone living with cancer, choosing a braver morning the first moments after waking often establish the emotional rhythm for the day. The weight of medical news, physical symptoms, and restless thoughts can easily intertwine during those fragile pre-breakfast minutes….
Read moreWays To Support a Friend Who is Undergoing Chemotherapy
An illness as complex and pernicious as cancer impacts one’s life completely – from the deeply interwoven cadence of life to the strength found in the smallest achievements. If you are reading this, you might be wondering what you can say or do for a friend who is currently receiving chemotherapy. It is important to…
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