Hearing the words “You have cancer” can turn your life upside down. In those first few moments, your mind races. Worries pile on top of each other. You find yourself buried in papers, phone calls, and choices that feel too large for any one person. For many, it feels like getting caught in a storm…
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Overcoming the Fear from Diagnosis
A cancer diagnosis can be a devastating experience, disrupting everything you hold dear, including your plans, dreams, and physical body. However, there are whispers of hope that can help overcome fear and find strength within yourself. It is entirely normal to fear Big C, and it is important to recognize the triggers of fear after…
Read moreLittle Rituals for Significant Days
Little Rituals for Significant Days: Celebrating Chemo Milestones with Treats, Notes, or Photos. Facing cancer treatment can often feel like trekking uphill in uncomfortable hiking boots. Each session is another challenging step to overcome. One way to alleviate the burden is by taking the time to celebrate the small victories along the journey. The long…
Read moreAesthetic of Acceptance: Creating Harmony with Uncertainty
Once a notion mostly found in news stories, cancer today permeates all element of daily life. A general uncertainty permeates the expectation of the next scan, the next conversations, and the next periods of doubt. Even the basic action of firmly wrapping a shawl around one’s shoulders might be seen as a small act of…
Read moreAccepting 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…
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