Something unusual happens when you enter into a doctor’s office. The space changes you. You start to lose your customary confidence. Waiting rooms can be confusing, as time may seem to pass slowly or in the blink of an eye. But every day, in this gap between health and therapy, a fascinating story about a…
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Finding Courage in Quiet Places After Hard News
There’s a moment, frozen in memory, when difficult news changes everything. Whether you’re sitting in a doctor’s office or reading a letter with trembling hands, life seems to split into ‘before’ and ‘after.’ In those first quiet moments, courage feels distant—like a star just out of reach. Finding courage after hard news isn’t about bravado…
Read moreSeeking Meaning and Joy: Rediscovering Purpose
Seeking meaning and joy often feels out of reach during cancer, but it can be found in everyday moments. Many people find comfort and hope in rediscovering old hobbies or trying new activities. Laughing, listening to music, creating art or spending time outdoors can all bring light into challenging days. Turning to small pleasures is…
Read moreLetters to Myself When Chemotherapy Stops Working
The wind hits my window as I trace thin lines back through my recollections. I have to accept that my last round of chemotherapy is over. Unlike other doors that close quickly, this one creaked on its hinges until the silence told me it was time for a new treatment. I write letters to myself…
Read moreHow Setbacks Can Teach Bravery
Setbacks pop up all the time when you are living through cancer, and, honestly, you should expect a few more. Maybe a test result sends things in a new direction, a planned treatment refuses to cooperate, or hope seems to disappear on a quiet afternoon. Even on tough days, each stumble nudges you toward a…
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