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@naturegirl5 hi Helen
I'm in a writing group through CancerCare. It the 3rd or 4th sesson I've been in. The prompts are the same, but time has changed. Writing has been a godsend for me. It allows me to really think about what I want from life. I have intentionally written to feel better.
Writing the letter and making it public felt like bragging. I was taught that bragging was a sin. It's not. I wasn't bragging either. I was acknowledging a truth. My body is amazing. I didn't think I could feel this way again. I want people to know that we can make ourselves feel better. That's all
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@denisestlouie you are a true inspiration !! Your attitude is one to be emulated and I love the letter to self !! Keep up the good work and living the good life ! I echo your sentiments all but the anger..I have never been angry about my diagnosis...I just put on my big girl pants and have moved forward doing all that I have control of to be healthy !
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@denisestlouie. Writing, especially with the prompts through the CancerCare group is a really great way to process and reflect on where you've "been" and where you are now. Just as you wrote above.
I know what you mean about bragging. I was taught that boasting about my own accomplishments as I was taught the same as you when I was a child. However, there are times where if you don't do this then who will? I don't consider your post here as bragging at all. You are helping people realize that with intentional effort they can have an even better life and outcome after cancer treatment.
Does the CancerCare writing group meeting online or in-person?