The Cancer Truth notes are here to highlight those truths we survivors and caregivers are facing every day, but no one is talking about. Let’s make the leap from surviving to thriving together, even on those days you might just want to stay in bed! Participate in the conversation in the Facebook group Surviving is JUST the Beginning or on Instagram.
Cancer Truth Notes: #275
Cancer Truth Note: #275 In cancer survivorship we may be stronger in some areas than we were before cancer and we may be more challenged in others. How we embrace the challenges is what is most...
Cancer Truth Notes: #274
Cancer Truth Note: #274 Everyday is an opportunity to do something fun. Whether you choose to take half a day to hike, or kayak, or do a puzzle, or take one hour out of your day to read a book or...
Cancer Truth Notes: #273
Cancer Truth Note: #273 During and after treatment for cancer it is important to know the right questions to ask before working with personal trainers, massage therapists, acupuncturists, etc....
Cancer Truth Notes: #272
Cancer Truth Note: #272 Massage therapy can be beneficial for reducing anxiety or managing chronic pain. Massage therapy is a great tool for reducing chronic pain, managing anxiety, and treating...
Cancer Truth Notes: #271
Cancer Truth Note: #271 Check ups, screenings, bloodwork, etc are GOOD. Prioritize them. They are designed to keep you on a healthy path. The number of doctors we have after a cancer diagnosis can...
Cancer Truth Notes: #270
Cancer Truth Note: #270 Grief is a fluid process that does not always make sense. Take it a moment at a time. Grief is a part of life. We grieve the loss of people, pets, body parts, paths not...
Cancer Truth Notes: #269
Cancer Truth Note: #269 A cancer diagnosis brings up feelings of fear, anxiety, and a strong desire to just be done with this horrible chapter and on to the next. This is normal, but not always...
Cancer Truth Notes: #268
Cancer Truth Note: #268 Cancer diagnosis and treatment is emotionally hard. A patient advocate can provide facts about the options your doctor is giving you and provide the support to make the best...
Cancer Truth Notes: #267
Cancer Truth Note: #267 Not having all the answers is not a weakness! Everyone needs to get more comfortable saying the words “I don’t know.” Especially when it comes to cancer… There are still a...
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