Connecting with Others Who Have Walked the Path of a Cancer Diagnosis
We all differ in the types of support that we need and in how much we wish to share with others about our experiences. But we all benefit from being held in empathy, compassion, and connection—and our bodies often show us.
. First published on : Jan 24 2024Nurturing the Caregiver: Managing Holiday Stress
The holidays carried a unique weight when my husband was in the thick of cancer treatments. Reflecting on that challenging time, I recall simple stress-relief techniques that saw me through.
. Last modified on : Dec 12 2023Suz Mondello: What I’ve Learned from Cancer and Wish for You to Know
Suz Mondello, a friend of Commonweal and alumna of the Cancer Help Program, speaks with CancerChoices staff Michael Lerner about her four-year journey with cancer.
. Last modified on : Dec 04 2023Nourishment for the Holidays
Chef and oncology nurse Laura Pole hones in on what nourishes her, knowing that food is only one nourishment she needs.
. First published on : Nov 09 2023Suz Mondello: Connecting to Community and Spirit during My Cancer Journey
Suz Mondello, a friend of Commonweal and alumna of the Cancer Help Program, speaks with CancerChoices staff Nancy Hepp and Laura Pole about her four-year journey with cancer.
. Last modified on : Dec 04 2023Barbara Wolf Terao: Yew and Me
Dealing with something as difficult as cancer, partnerships can easily unravel. Or, if we can manage it, we weave new connections as we call on inner and outer resources previously unknown.
. Last modified on : Dec 01 2023Suz Mondello: How I Responded to My Diagnosis and Created an Integrative Approach to Care
Suz Mondello, a friend of Commonweal and alumna of the Cancer Help Program, speaks with CancerChoices staff Nancy Hepp and Laura Pole about her four-year journey with cancer.
. Last modified on : Dec 04 2023Reflections on Caregiving
It isn’t selfish at all for you to acknowledge your own pain, suffering, and stress, and do whatever you can to bring nourishment, peace, and joy into your own lives as a priority and on a regular basis.
. Last modified on : Nov 16 2023M. Patricia Díaz: Overcoming Stage 4 Cancer as a Teen and My Remission Journey to Wellness
When mom took me to her doctor, I was barely able to breathe. I looked at my lungs on the X-ray—one was white and the other black. Shortly after, I was surrounded by doctors and nurses, family and relatives. I had no idea what was happening.
. Last modified on : Aug 29 2023Choices in Self Care
The secret to self care is simply caring about yourself. Let it be real. Do what makes you feel better.
. Last modified on : Dec 27 2023