Cancer and the Holidays
The holiday season can be a wonderful time of year, filled with cherished traditions and quality time spent with loved ones. However, the holidays can also be stressful with doctor’s appointments, treatment, side effects, and the emotional strain of cancer. The holiday craze of planning, decorating, and cooking can become exhausting. While there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to celebrating, here are some tips to help you make the most of the holiday season.1. Be flexible. Cancer takes time and energy, and it may not be sustainable to take part in every holiday tradition that you’re accustomed to.Reframe your expectations. Modify your usual holiday traditions to meet your needs this year, or create new ones that make the most of your energy.
Everything does not need to be “perfect” in order for you to have a wonderful holiday. To maintain realistic goals, make a list of the holiday activities you want and need. This will help you simplify the holidays by possibly replacing or eliminating physically taxing traditions, having catered meals instead of cooking, or delegating tasks to others.
It’s OK to say no. You shouldn’t feel obligated to take part in every festivity that comes your way.
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