Essays

When Peter Beckerman was told he had less than 2 years to live, he refused to accept it. Read his inspiring story of resilience, second opinions, and the innovative treatment that helped him defy the odds and live to tell the tale. Read More ›

Facing metastatic melanoma, Joanne Kalesnik transformed her journey by reframing her perspective, embracing resilience, and finding balance through visualization, nature, and self-reflection. Her story reveals how cancer can alter life’s course—but not the spirit. Read More ›

Oncology nurse navigators are lifelines, guiding patients through cancer’s toughest challenges with support, care, and expertise. Learn how they turn fear into empowerment and make every step of the journey easier. Read More ›

In this poignant essay, Jennifer Bremner candidly shares her journey as she navigates the complex emotions of living with advanced cancer—from fear and uncertainty to perseverance and faith. Read More ›

“My passion for supporting people, especially those with cancer, has only grown stronger since my dad’s passing. I strive to be the person I wish we had during our journey—a compassionate advocate who could make a difficult time a little easier,” writes Megan Solinger, MHS, MA, OPN-CG. Read More ›

In this moving essay, Crystal Champion, PT, DPT, CLT-ALM, Cert. DN, shares how she overcame the mental and emotional burdens of a cancer diagnosis—twice. Read More ›

A personal account of one woman’s journey with cancer, and the support she received. Read More ›

A personal essay on the resilience of a woman whose championing of breast cancer survivorship for others ultimately became an inspiration for her own triumph over the disease. Read More ›

After enduring chemotherapy and surgery for triple-negative breast cancer, the author finally sought a second opinion—and learned a lot. This is her message to you. Read More ›

An essay on the decision to “go public” with a cancer diagnosis and the positive impact the announcement may have on others (and yourself). Read More ›