People Are Life's Spice (Start Here - Book Narration)

This is the second instalment from GULP: Taking a Seat Back at the Table After Head and Neck Cancer.In this section, I step back briefly to share some of the background that shaped this book. I don’t dwell on my personal story, but I do offer enough context to help explain where this work comes from and why it matters.You’ll hear reflections on the dedication of the book, the foreword written by my surgeon, and the clinical journey that led me to recognise gaps in care - particularly the spaces between treatment and the everyday reality of living with swallowing changes.I also share a short piece written by a friend and writer who reflected on my life from the outside. That perspective introduced the idea of commensality - the shared human experience that sits underneath illness, recovery, and returning to the table.This section sits just before Chapter One. It provides the foundation for what follows.If you prefer to read, GULP is available on Amazon in both eBook and hardcover formats.Find the book here:[Amazon link]Further chapters will follow.Eat Well. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit yvonnemcclaren.substack.com/subscribe