Meaning. Purpose. Connection. Breast Cancer. The last in the above series – breast cancer – may not seem to fit with the first three words, but after a breast cancer diagnosis and/or treatment, survivors often find themselves wrestling with: Finding … Continue reading →
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Invest in YOURSELF this Year: Create an Energy Budget
Happy New Year! It’s time to review your budget and investments! Don’t skip over this blog; I (Joette Zola, Occupational Therapist at Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute) am referring to your energy budget and investing in yourself, much more interesting topics. … Continue reading →
Read MorePearls of Wisdom: the After Life (by Linda, Guest Blogger)
I’m all done. I rang the bell; I had my picture taken reluctantly. Who wants their picture taken with beard-like hair and no eyelashes or brows? No more chemo, radiation or even Herceptin. My port is out, and my mastectomy … Continue reading →
Read MoreExploring the Stages of Breast Cancer: Stage IV
In our final blog of this series, we share the stories of two women who are experiencing a Stage IV, Metastatic Breast Cancer diagnosis. Their stories are a bit longer, so let’s get started. The Power of Purpose “Once … Continue reading →
Read MoreExploring the Stages of Breast Cancer: Stage 3
The numbers are getting bigger! We started this blog series with Stage 0 breast cancer, touching on the challenges, fears, and emotions that Firefly participants have experienced at each stage. Challenges such as survivor guilt, making treatment decisions based on … Continue reading →
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