Perfecting Communication After a Cancer Diagnosis
Cancer is a difficult and life-changing experience that can significantly impact an individual’s mental and emotional well-being. Good communication skills can help build trust, alleviate anxiety, and improve the overall […]
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 […]
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 […]
Examples of What to Say When Someone Has Cancer
In cancer conversations, comments intended to express empathy or comfort can backfire when they are dismissive of the person’s situation, choices, decisions, or emotions. We designed our Talking Tips to […]
Talking Tips – How To Be There For A Friend With Cancer
Picture this. You are hanging out with a friend, and there is an uncomfortable silence. Your brain starts racing with things to say to fill the void. Then it happens. […]
Supporter Talking Tips –  Did You Really Just Say That Out Loud?
“What is the worst thing someone said after I was diagnosed? Hmm…do I have to pick just one answer? There are so many!” —Anonymous We asked a room full of […]