Navigating a Cancer Diagnosis During Christmas

Three days before Christmas in December 2022, my world shifted.In this episode, I share what it was really like to receive heavy medical news during the holidays, before there was a plan, answers, or clarity. Just fear, uncertainty, and the pressure to keep showing up while the rest of the world was celebrating.This conversation isn’t just about one diagnosis. It’s about navigating medical uncertainty during the holidays...whether you’re waiting on results, facing a genetic mutation, preparing for preventative surgery, recovering from treatment, or sitting in that uncomfortable in-between where nothing is clear yet.I talk about the shock of unexpected test results, hearing difficult news confirmed out loud, and the loneliness that can exist even when you’re surrounded by people. About smiling through gatherings while your mind is somewhere else. About carrying something heavy while trying to protect the joy around you.If this season feels harder than it looks, this episode is for you. We talk about giving yourself grace, letting the holidays be different, saying no when you need to, and protecting your peace when everything already feels like too much.You’re not doing the holidays wrong.You’re just navigating something really hard — and you’re not alone. 🤍 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.