Being diagnosed with a type of cancer with no known cure can leave a person feeling hopeless. I felt that firsthand when diagnosed decades ago. Through nine courses of treatment and years of trial and error, I slowly learned which hopes helped me in certain situations – and which didn’t. I focused on hope that helped me think and act in healthy ways, which helped me get good care and live as fully as possible every day. In my book Healing Hope – Through and Beyond Cancer, I offer illustrated insights and aphorisms – truths to aid in seeing healthy ways to handle health challenges. Taken together, they help motivate you to optimize your care and take the best path for you. Here are some of my favorites.
Even in the worst of times, we can strive to make life the best it can be.
For me to receive good care, I must report symptoms. If I keep my symptoms a secret from my doctors, I might as well blindfold and handcuff them. Doctors who don’t know about my symptoms can’t make timely diagnoses or adjust my medications properly. Worst of all, I might suffer unnecessarily.
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