by Heather Moulder, J.D., ACC | Cancer Survivors, Living Guilt-Free
As a cancer survivor, I’ve learned a thing or two about life (and death). And my journey has taught me much. Today, I want to share with you 10 powerful life lessons about how to be happy (courtesy of my cancer journey). Cancer made me stronger. It taught me... by Heather Moulder, J.D., ACC | Cancer Survivors
As a cancer survivor, I have strong opinions about what cancer patients need most from friends and family. Before I jump in, I want to warn you that some of my opinions might offend you. But that’s because most people don’t give cancer patients everything... by Heather Moulder, J.D., ACC | Cancer Survivors
If you’re a breast cancer survivor like me (or any cancer survivor) then you wrestle with fear of your cancer recurring. You might think about it all the time. Or perhaps you pretend it’s not there. If you’re lucky, you’re managing it... by Heather Moulder, J.D., ACC | Cancer Survivors
Can cancer survivors have PTSD? Although post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is most often associated with war veterans and victims of assault, there’s growing evidence that cancer survivors suffer from it too. Here’s what you need to know about the... by Heather Moulder, J.D., ACC | Cancer Survivors
Thinking about joining a cancer survivors support group, yet not sure how to find the right one for you? Maybe you’re not sure you want to join a support group, and are trying to figure that out. Here’s what to consider when thinking about joining a... by Heather Moulder, J.D., ACC | Cancer Survivors
Improvements in cancer detection and treatment has led to higher rates of long-term survival. But this has also increased the number of cancer survivors suffering from depression and anxiety. Here’s what you should know about cancer survivors and depression,... by Heather Moulder, J.D., ACC | Cancer Survivors
Talking about cancer and someone’s cancer journey is awkward and makes everyone feel vulnerable. And humans really don’t like vulnerability, do they? Although talking to a cancer patient and/or a cancer survivor might be uncomfortable, with a bit of... by Heather Moulder, J.D., ACC | Cancer Survivors
I recently had lunch with a few other breast cancer survivors. As often happens, the discussion veered toward marriage. Specifically, divorce after cancer. There’s little available information about how cancer affects marriage. Yet it needs to be discussed... by Heather Moulder, J.D., ACC | Cancer Survivors
Life after a cancer is different. Not only that, but cancer changes people. And, depending on the individual and how they’ve processed their journey, that could mean that life is better, more difficult, more meaningful, more stressful, scarier, or easier than...