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Thrive Beyond Cancer
by Kathryn White
What does it mean to truly live with cancer?
After a decade of navigating the highs and lows of life with this disease, I’ve learned that survival isn’t just about treatments and test results—it’s about finding joy, purpose, and resilience in every moment.
In ...
by Kathryn White
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the amazing support and recommendations your friends and family are offering you? Are people sending you lists of books to read to inspire you and help you find you way to navigate your diagnosis? There are a lot of resources out there, and a...
by Kathryn White
As you turn the page in the story of your life, it’s an opportunity to honour your story, recognize your strength, and look ahead with hope. Whether you're starting or continuing treatment, recovering from cancer, or supporting someone you love, there is always the opportunit...
by Kathryn White
The biggest thing I could have used when I was first diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer was a space to learn about how to live day to day. The doctors had me all organized in terms of where to be and what needed to be done for my medical diagnosis, but what I really needed ...
by Kathryn White
Going through cancer is a very personal experience. Each person is going to approach their diagnosis differently. Each person is going to respond to their treatment differently. And, each person is going to live with cancer differently based on a variety of factors including,...
by Kathryn White
Forest bathing, or Shinrin-yoku, is the Japanese practice of immersing oneself in a forest environment to enhance well-being. This experience, which involves mindful engagement with nature, has been studied extensively for its benefits to physical, mental, and emotional health.
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Supporting a friend with cancer can be challenging, but your care and support can make a big difference for them. One of the challenges that the person with cancer may be facing is how to ask for help. How do you ask for help when you don't know what you need?
Your role as a s...
by Kathryn White
When I was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in 2015, I had never heard of a cancer coach. I had to muddle through all my thoughts and feelings on my own with only my husband as my sounding board.
I tried working with a social worker at the cancer clinic, but it didn’t feel l...
by Kathryn White
I remember the moment the doctor told me I had cancer and how I had an overwhelming feeling to run away. My fight or flight response kicked in and I had this instinct to get to safety. In that moment I needed to be at home with my family. I called my husband, who was out with ou...
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