Tamron explains managing survivor's guilt after being diagnosed with peritoneal mesothelioma in 2007. She talks about making connections with others on a similar journey and dealing with loss.
Michael explains phantom emotions and how he dealt with them as a pleural mesothelioma survivor. He describes some of what he calls irrational emotions that experienced during his recovery.
Michael shares how important it is to not ask the question "why me" after a mesothelioma diagnosis. He describes how having the wrong attitude can cause your body to experience unnecessary stress.
February is International Boost Self-Esteem month, which is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of healthy self-esteem. This is especially vital for those dealing…
Many people experience Winter Blues or Seasonal Affective Disorder. Research has established that people diagnosed with mesothelioma and their caregivers have a…
Tamron reveals an encouraging letter she wrote to herself following her diagnosis with peritoneal mesothelioma in 2007. Read some of the messages she wants to share after her surprising cancer diagnosis. Tamron hopes some of the words will touch others on a similar journey.
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