Have you gotten down on yourself for feeling like you couldn’t do anything for someone going through a tough time? Helplessness is a common feeling especially when watching a loved one suffer through the cancer experience.

Is anyone ever prepared for a cancer diagnosis much less prepared for what they’ll be faced with? Some of what I experienced during my cancer experience helped me put together this list. Here are 10 questions that may help you navigate the unknowns, overwhelm, and guide the emotional path!

One of the most important things you can do for someone who’s been diagnosed with cancer is show your support for them.

But how?

Cancer is stressful.

Going through cancer can bring on emotions such as fear, overwhelm, and loneliness. Our body can feel these emotions physically as stress.

It was a Wisconsin wintry day with plans to attend an essential oil class. I was determined to attend, however, weather conditions presented challenges as I recently had foot surgery…

Taking a moment to fully pay attention to something. Slowing down to really notice, not rushing around, multitasking, thinking about ALL the things. When you're mindful, you’re taking your time to sit with something in a relaxed, easy way.

I was waiting for the results of a biopsy taken from my colonoscopy a few days prior. It was a normal day at work but a phone call would change my whole life.