Hear stories, inspiration, and updates from others who are navigating cancer in their own lives or are working to make a positive difference for people who have been impacted by a cancer diagnosis.
Each day, as I try to stay within the limits of what's happening in the now — versus imagining what the coming weeks will hold — I continue to wonder at the circular habit of the universe.
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If you're not taking care of your physical health and mental health, it's going to be a lot more challenging to be there for your loved one. And you're going to approach that burnout point pretty hard and fast.
Nichole Goble Director of Community Initiatives, Caregiver Action Network; long-distance caregiver
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Hopefully, we can not only educate people about resources, but also help to ‘normalize’ what they’re feeling in such a way that it helps them feel OK about seeking out the support that can help them along the way.
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