I just read a well written article online titled "Living with Cancer", by Life Transition Coach Margot Larson. Here is a short excerpt from her article. See what you think:
The past represents memories. We must find the joy in the present now that we have a chance of seeing the future. We are allowed a little time to grieve but should not waste too much time there. We’ve learned that time is precious. Don’t get stuck – move on.
So what’s next? What can we do? If we are truly grateful to be alive, shouldn’t we focus on the present, the gift we received for a second chance? Let’s spend our time and energies on the choices we do have.
Make a list of your obstacles. What is standing in your way? What is causing you stress and really bugging you? Acknowledging these obstacles is the first step to finding the solution. Now, focus on what you can do. You’ve already shown a great deal of fortitude and courage in battling cancer. Don’t stop now.
Redefine yourself. Who are you? You are not somebody’s spouse or parent. You are not your job title. Find your identity, the real you. Accept that you used to be a great accountant or nurse and now you are something else. There is still time for something else and this is your first conscious choice.
I can relate to this article. Cancer changed my life. I have a new career as an author and medical writer. Helping others with cancer helps me see hope and meaning in my own diagnosis. You can read Margot's entire article by going to Living with Cancer/The Resident. And you can order my similarly titled book, Living with Multiple Myeloma, through our Help With Cancer.Org Bookstore here online.
Feel good, keep smiling and try to make the most of each and every day!
Pat
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