I’ve seen a few posts on social media recently about the language surrounding cancer, questioning why it evokes so much talk of conflict? The posts really struck a chord with me. Anyone diagnosed with cancer is encouraged to be and often referred to as, a fighter, labelled strong and courageous. This is of course well-meaning […]
The Healing Power of Words
Writing is so much more than a creative outlet, it’s cathartic too. The mere act of writing it all down can help us navigate the storm of turbulent emotions that often rages when we go through traumatic times. I struggled to write about my experiences when I was being treated for breast cancer last year; […]