by Nancy Novack PhD In my experiences as a woman diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer, a clinical psychologist, and the founder of Nancy's List and Nancy's Club, I have had the privilege of many conversations with many many people living with cancer ... children, teens, adults, and their loved … [Read more...] about Many Simply Need to Talk
Archives for November 2017
Keeping Hope Alive
by Russ Messing, Ph.D. KEEPING HOPE ALIVE has turned into a nationwide community event, thanks to the work of Nancy Novack. Nearly 14 years ago, when my dear friend Nancy told us about her cancer diagnosis, shock, then sadness, and then the incredibly rapid dawning that this could be the end for … [Read more...] about Keeping Hope Alive
Words from the Authors
“Cancer cannot foreclose on my astonishment at the mystery of life.” ... John Smith “One of the most unforeseen benefits of living with cancer is the intimacy it creates with individuals we barely know. Affections spring up with surprising force." ... Susan Gubar “I love so much … [Read more...] about Words from the Authors
Get Through Cancer: Check? by Paige Davis
I grew up with goal setting as a key component to our family life. Literally --- my sisters, Mom, Dad and I would meet at my father's office at least once a year and assess our dynamics as a family unit. We would whiteboard a traditional SWOT exercise (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) … [Read more...] about Get Through Cancer: Check? by Paige Davis
Cancer is Awkward
by Suleika Jaouad I’ve struggled with the awkwardness of cancer ever since my leukemia was diagnosed last May. When I told people my news, some people froze, falling silent. One person immediately began telling a story of an aunt who had died from the same kind of leukemia. Will you … [Read more...] about Cancer is Awkward
Changed by Cancer
by Suleika Jaouad On Monday evening, I stood on a stage in front of a thousand people and talked about what I’ve learned since my diagnosis with cancer two years ago at the age of 22. I was speaking at the Angel Ball, the yearly red-carpet event for the Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation, which in this … [Read more...] about Changed by Cancer
Scholarships and Support for College Students Living with Cancer
Source: Fastweb There is a wide range of organizations and advocacy groups who are dedicated to helping anyone living with cancer have a college education. This applies to cancer patients and survivors, as well as children or siblings of cancer patients and survivors. Unfortunately, cancer is … [Read more...] about Scholarships and Support for College Students Living with Cancer
Hope by Livestrong
Hope is the belief that a positive outcome lies ahead. This belief can be difficult to hold onto in the face of cancer. Knowing how to create a sense of hope in your life can help you face cancer survivorship with strength and confidence. People hope for different things at different times in their … [Read more...] about Hope by Livestrong