I will always remember the first day I met Sarah in the emergency department. A rear-end collision at a stoplight—nothing more than a fender bender. But the other driver was incensed, hurling insults at Sarah about being careless and incompetent, that she should have her license revoked. What that other driver didn’t know was that…
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Strength Doesn’t Always Roar: Cancer
Some mornings begin with a heavy weight pressing down, even before the day has started. The shock and unease of a cancer diagnosis can fill those first quiet moments with worry, making it hard to trust your own strength or sense of direction. These moments are real, and they can feel overwhelming. Yet, in the…
Read moreThe Best Things in Life Are Not Things
Rethinking What Matters After Cancer Before cancer, many people believe possessions and achievements define their worth. Daily schedules fill with tasks, and milestones center on what can be bought or accomplished. When cancer enters the picture, this view often changes. A diagnosis brings clarity. Items like expensive bags or cars fade into the background. The…
Read moreReady for Change: Embracing Your Next Step
Change is certain. Whether you stand at the threshold of a cancer diagnosis, a new treatment plan, a shift in a relationship, or simply facing what feels like the unknown, this is your moment. Take a breath—right here, right now. You are exactly where you need to be to step forward. This is not the…
Read moreCreating a Kinder World With Perseverance and Consistent Work : Making a Difference
Many people have a strong wish to see their daily activities help to create a better world in this fast-paced one. Real transformation grows gently over little deeds and the will to hold fast; it does not happen quickly. Every encouraging word, every moment of deep introspection, and every time you push on rather than…
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