It’s Important to Share the Story of Your Cancer Journey

Share your experience. Tell your story so people undergoing treatment can better understand the journey that lies ahead—help them cope with their diagnosis.

Wherever you are on your cancer journey—whether you are a patient, a family member or a loved one of someone dealing with head and neck cancer—we want to hear your story. Help other people undergoing treatment and caregivers cope with their diagnosis. Share your experience so they can better understand the journey that lies ahead.

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    Writing Prompts

    If you are not sure where to begin, use these ideas to get your thoughts flowing.

    How has your life, outlook, or priorities changed as a result of your experience with cancer?

    Consider your mindset, daily routines, relationships, and life goals. Were there any drastic shifts or subtle changes over time? How do you view your life and the world around you differently than before your diagnosis?

    Offer one piece of advice to someone at the beginning of this journey.

    Reflect on what you wish you had known at the start of your journey. What has been the most helpful or encouraging insight you’ve gained? This could be practical advice or emotional guidance.

    Describe a time since the diagnosis that you have felt powerful and strong.

    Was there a moment during your treatment or recovery when you overcame a significant hurdle, reached a milestone, or simply felt empowered despite the circumstances? Share the context, feelings, and why it was meaningful for you.

    How do you feel about the changes cancer has brought into your life?

    This could be an opportunity to share complex feelings, the challenges, and perhaps unexpected positives. How have you adapted and what have you learned about yourself?

    Describe what gives you hope.

    What or who inspires you to keep going? It could be a person, a future goal, a quote, an activity, or small everyday joys. How does this source of hope influence your perspective and resilience?

    Talk about your coping mechanisms.

    What techniques, hobbies, practices, or routines have helped you cope with the stress and uncertainty of your cancer journey? These might include meditation, art, music, reading, nature walks, etc.

    Discuss how your diagnosis has influenced your relationships.

    Has your experience brought you closer to certain people in your life, or has it led to unexpected challenges? Share how cancer has reshaped your connections and interactions with others.

    What is 30 Stories in 30 Days™ & #ThankfulThursday?

    As part of our on-going effort to spread awareness, we are always accepting submissions for our 30 Stories in 30 Days™ and #ThankfulThursday awareness campaigns. Each post will share a story written by an individual, family or organization affected by head & neck or thyroid cancer.

    Both campaigns share first-hand experiences with cancer survivors. We understand the profound impact a cancer diagnosis can have on your life. Whether you are a survivor, caregiver, friend, or employee of a health care related company, your insight is valuable and can help others along this journey.

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