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Embracing Gratitude: How to Cultivate a Thankful Heart and Stronger Relationships
As Thanksgiving draws near, our thoughts naturally turn to gratitude – a sentiment that warms the air and fills our days with appreciation. Beyond a seasonal tradition, gratitude becomes a…
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The Impact of Loneliness and the Magic of Connection
Ever felt like you’re swimming in a sea of emojis and Snapchat filters, yet still missing out on genuine connections? It’s like we’re all plugged in, yet somehow, we’re feeling…
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Cancer in High School Series (Part 4): How a High School Can Rally Together to Make a Difference for Classmates
“My school has been so supportive and helpful and I couldn’t be more thankful for that! A friend of mine hosted a swab drive with DKMS and they had a…
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What to Say in a “Thinking of You” Card
Why “Thinking of You?” Is So Powerful Hearing those three simple words can change someone’s perspective, make their day better, and assure them they are not alone in the world.…
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Cancer in High School Series (Part 3): Supporting a Classmate After Treatment
If you have a friend or classmate who has been away for a long time and is ready to return back to school, keep in mind that their life is…
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Supporter Mistakes: What To Do When You Get It Wrong
We all want to support our friend with cancer in the best way we can, and most of us would shudder at the thought of saying or doing the wrong…
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Improve Your Conversations With Active Listening
Have you ever been in a conversation and thought to yourself, “Wow, this person really hears me, understands me, and supports me?” We have. It’s those moments of genuine connection…
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Cancer Supporter New Year’s Resolution
I’ll be honest – I was never much of a New Year’s resolution kind of person before cancer. I always felt like I was just setting myself up for failure…
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Cancer and the Holidays: 5 Tips That Will Improve Everyone’s Experience
The holidays are typically seen as a time to celebrate, be with family and friends, exchange gifts, and honor religious or other cherished traditions. When a cancer diagnosis enters the…
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Support Through Thyroid Cancer: There is No “Good Cancer”
Feelings upon Diagnosis It was April 4, 2019. It had been ten days since my total thyroidectomy, and I was getting ready to pick my son up from preschool. A…
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