Getting a cancer diagnosis is overwhelming on every front. Every single one. Emotionally, spiritually, mentally, physically.

When you decide to share this with your wider community, there enters another dynamic to navigate as well. People often want to support you, and don’t know how. People are curious about your situation, and may not know how to navigate their concern. Well meaning people may say dumb things, bless their hearts. So how can you circle the wagons of support as wide as possible while also maintaining healthy boundaries and looking out for yourself and your closest people? It’s not as easy as it sounds!

I found several things to be game changers for this.

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