Relationships
Friends, family and the people around you are SO important! Surround yourself only with people who make you feel supported and good - this is a time to put in your boundaries! I was really nervous about telling the kids, however, we have created so many beautiful memories over the past year it has been really bonding. I believe the most important relationship you have is with your truest, deepest self - and when you are able to connect to this you will never feel alone. Try the meditation below to experience this connection...
I share my highlights during high dose Chemo! YES it is possible!!!
I was diagnosed on 2nd September, 2020, however, I decided to only tell a select few friends / family as I went through my high dose chemotherapy which I had first. This was so I could preserve my energy, avoid projections, maintain a positive mind and focus on healing during this time. I am really pleased I took this decision.
Encouraged by my daughter, I recorded this for my Facebook friends on 4th February, 2021, 2 days after my operation. It was completely off the cuff, unrehearsed and in it, I speak about 'surrender' as being key to the way I had navigated my diagnosis to date. It was the perfect timing to 'come out of the cancer closet' as I had lots of lovely calls and messages as I was recovering from my operation!
My top tips for preparing for Chemo.
My high dose Chemo: Carboplatin and Docetaxel with immunotherapies Herceptin and Pertuzumab. 9 hour infusions x 2, then 7 hour infusions.
My lower dose Chemo: Kadcyla
Meditation to delve deeper into who you really are, which often helps to alleviate fear arising from physical ailments as awareness is increased that we are a LOT more than our physical bodies! Tune into this deeper part of yourself to remind you that you have a centre / home guiding and supporting you at all times.