I was asked the following question."If you're significant other is diagnosed with cancer, what is the best way to breakdown the options the doctor gave you? Without it being overwhelming and adding stress to an already stressful situation?" There obviously is not a perfect answer to this question so here is my response. Talking about cancer is challenging ... Read the Post
Tips for Discussing Diagnosis & Treatment Options with Your Loved Ones.
Learn the Nine Myths of MBC
So here it is, are you ready? The Nine Myths of MBC Let's get started. Myth #1: Metastatic breast cancer is curable. The comment I get over and over again, "I didn't know you are still having chemo." Let me say this loud and clear MBC is not curable. However, treatments can keep it from growing and spreading for months and sometimes years at a time. When a treatment ... Read the Post
ChemoCar
As a cancer patient, I have received many thoughtful messages, gifts, and selfless acts of service. I believe in doing the same for others. Today I came across an opportunity to help other cancer patients. Steve is always available to drive me to all my appointments. There are cancer patients that may not be as fortunate to have a simple ride to and from their doctor visits. Did you ... Read the Post
Would you like to share with the group?
I have been searching for a BC support group in my area for the last couple of years. I went to one group in my area a couple of times and decided it just wasn't the right fit for me. It was a new group, and I was very excited to attend. As the meeting got started, the ladies, each had a chance to share their cancer story and also were asked to share what they were needing and hoping ... Read the Post
Creating Your Pathway to Happiness
Several years ago I had the opportunity to attend an experiential learning-type personal development training. Little did I know walking in that it would change my life. To say it bluntly, I found I had some shit that I needed to clean up. Seeing faults and toxic tendencies is a sobering experience. It can be impossible to accept about ourselves unless we are ready to confront ... Read the Post
Living with Metastasized Breast Cancer – Reframing & Restructuring Your Mind – A Two Part Series
Are you living with a disease or merely going through a difficult time in your life? My friend JC Frias and I discuss ways you can make a choice to have a positive mindset. It may not come naturally to you, but over time and with practice, it will lead to a joyful life. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=91cJ4U2KTDo In Part II of the series, JC & I continue our ... Read the Post