If you’ve ever left a doctor’s appointment feeling rushed, dismissed, or unsure, you’re not alone and you’re not being difficult. Wanting to understand your body, your options, and your plan isn’t refusal; it’s informed advocacy. This post shares practical guidance, questions you can bring to your next appointment, and gentle reassurances for anyone navigating care with cancer, chronic illness, or ongoing symptoms.

Thanksgiving can be complicated for survivors and those living with chronic illness. This post offers some “I see you” moments, gentle reflections, and permission to feel your way through the holiday without pressure.

Acceptance sounds simple, but living with chronic illness or life after cancer proves it’s anything but. Radical acceptance isn’t giving up—it’s noticing reality without judgment, even when it hurts. In this post, Jes reflects on her journey with lingering side effects, self-advocacy, and the emotional weight of chronic illness, offering insights on how acknowledging what is can free up space for compassion, resilience, and a little peace.

Struggling to tell anxiety from intuition? Trauma and chronic illness can hijack our internal compass. Learn practical ways to pause, listen, and rebuild trust in yourself.

From “You don’t look sick” to “You’re so young,” we’re unpacking the 10 most unhinged things people say to those living with cancer and chronic illness—and what to say instead.

Fatigue after cancer or chronic illness isn’t just being tired—it’s your body fighting to heal. This post explores why rest is vital, not lazy, and how to manage energy with compassion.

When we push through big emotions instead of feeling them, they don’t disappear — they show up later in our bodies, our reactions, or our relationships. Learning to feel your feelings without spiraling isn’t easy, but it’s essential. Here’s how to start acknowledging, naming, and releasing what you feel — one step at a time.

Sometimes laughter is what gets us through the hardest moments. Here’s how humor can help process trauma, cope with illness, and build connection.

Finishing cancer treatment is a huge milestone—but life afterward isn’t always “back to normal.” Survivorship brings new challenges, lingering side effects, and emotional shifts. Finding your pace, embracing a new version of yourself, and leaning on supportive communities can help navigate this journey and make the “new normal” truly your own.