[Paul Smith]

I am almost three months into a very long and mostly painful recovery from chemo/radiation. Never again.

That said, I can relate to your lament. I received virtually no support from any doctors along the way including the immuno-therapy that I had been promised. I’ve been almost totally isolated to prevent the flu, etc. Still got a ways to go.

[Dr. Wawa]

Where are the comments?

[IMA-HelenT]

Hi @dr-wawa so sorry it seems we had a bit of a bug yesterday …. here is the link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBm8Ho-_RXM

[dickatlee]

Not great to offer the important link in the comments, and then not to put it there, and then to send the same message 7 hours later, still without the link…

[IMA-HelenT]

So sorry it seems we had a bit of a bug yesterday …. here is the link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBm8Ho-_RXM

[cattlerancher]

I not sure what interview she is HelenT is referring to, but here is a Youtube.com link to all his youtube videos.

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI6GxsheZTBlCktsuEnriaoiPTgCRi9jr

[IMA-HelenT]

Thanks so much for adding that, here is the link for the interview … https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBm8Ho-_RXM… not sure what happened yesterday 🙂

[dickatlee]

That’s fascinating. I had no idea it was out there. Looking forward to hearing him in person. (And thanks for getting the individual interview link out, Helen.)

[IMA-HelenT]

😊 let me know what you thought once you have a chance to watch it.

[Wolfgang May]

E ist natürlich traurig, dass Sie von Ihren Behandlern keine weiteren Empfehlungen bekommen haben. Als ehemaliger Leiter einer biologischen Krebsklinik empfehle Ich Ihnen, Ihr Schicksal selbst in die Hand zu nehmen. Es gibt Selbsthilfegruppen, Kirchen bieten Hilfen an, es gibt Psychologen und ich hoffe, dass Sie in Ihrem Umfeld Hilfe finden werden.

[IMA-GregT]

It is of course sad that you have not received any further recommendations from your treating physicians. As a former director of a biological cancer clinic, I recommend that you take your fate into your own hands. There are self-help groups, churches offer support, there are psychologists, and I hope that you will find help in your surroundings.

[IMA-HelenT]

A link to the interview as I think it could be helpful <font color=”#707070″>…</font>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBm8Ho-_RXM

Please explore the cancer hub https://imahealth.org/cancer-resource-hub/

And if you cannot find a doctor to help look for integrative healthcare providerin an area near you.

[EB Burgess]

This is my 2 nd run with cancer treatment.

Its normal to feel Alone during treatment.

Cancer has few companions but the treatment and those who administer it.

Oncologists are basically administrators.

Im a faith based person. Whether you are or not, you might find a different insight by reading

DONT WASTE YOUR CANCER by John Piper.

You can read it online in PDF form.

Cancer can be a lonely walk.. feeling tired, crappy, depressed, hopeless, isolated, misunderstood, anxious and fearful.

What helps?

For me, watching silly movies like the Madea series, Tyler Perry. Coloring books, Brain Game Stickerbooks, listening to smooth jazz while working on these crafts, drumming on a Panda Steel Drum. Listening to uplifting or funny podcasts… Joni Tada, Ryan Leak, John MacArthur, Charles Stanley, etc.

Start a gratitude journal. Truly, this helps. Write out what youre thankful for each evening….

Feeling better, seeing a friend, less pain, a funny movie respite, a visit from a friend, a conversation or email from a friend, a good meal or treat. Beautiful weather.

Read books. During my first cancer I read Beside Still Waters by Charles Spurgeon each night in the bathtub soaking in backing soda and or epsom salt getting rid of the toxins in me.

I would read, cry and get relief from this last hour before bed.

I dont listen to news.

If you dont have much of a support system, reach out to others,

Mayo Clinic has a CONNECT forum where you can get support and ideas from others.

You dont have to be their patient. Youll feel in good company because thee folks are kind and real.

I highly recommend it For men and women.

With all that said, cancer is not ALL of you.

You are you and youre learning a lot about yourself during this vulnerable time of testing.

CHOOSE your attitude not your Feelings.

Cancer is what I have. Cancer is not who I am.

Make cancer work For you.

You are its employer.

Go out and find someone who needs your smile, an encouraging word or a simple hello, a phone call,.

You are Not Alone.

The more you give to yourself and to others will bring joy into your days.

Your life is MORE than cancer. USE IT, dont waste it.

Lonliness is temporary.

Misery can be Made permanent,

You choose whats Best for You.

YOU ARE PRECIOUS.

Blessings.

[IMA-HelenT]

Thank you for these beautiful words and your tips for staying positive in this journey.

[IMA-GregT]

Apologies all, had a glitch and the post posted three times. Have tried to recreate the trail. Hope it’s ok now and I’ll ask Helen to drop that link in.

[IMA-HelenT]

Aplogies it seems either I or the system had a glitch yesterday 🙃 here is the link to the interview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBm8Ho-_RXM

[aaronaf]

You might be receptive to the book written by Hong Liu, MD, Mastering Miracles , The Healing Art of Qi Gong. This book is available at Amazon, including on Kindle. He gives detailed instructions and purposes for each of the exercises he calls “The Golden Eight.”

These exercises “have been the subject of a number of medical studies around the world and have been shown to be an excellent means of healing and health maintenance.”

He instructed his cancer patients to do these exercises for up to two hours a day. In the book he directed one of his male cancer patients to do three extra exercises specific to his particular cancer plus the Golden Eight, the combination for 2 hours a day, for 3 months. He says in his book that these exercises balance yin and yang, and keep one’s meridians open for the flow of Qi (vital energy), and thus help one be more receptive to healing. They also reduce stress and help maintain a sense of well being.

My acupuncturist recommends frequent Tuina massage and acupuncture sessions for his cancer patients. Although I have not been diagnosed with cancer, I am always attuned to information about its alternative and/or complementary treatments, because I am over 80 and am now beginning to feel the pangs of old age, and because I can recall the frequent philosophical expression of my nonagenarian paternal grandfather, may he rest in peace: “T’ings dey could be voise!” Special note: To see demonstrations (free of charge) of the Golden 8 on YouTube, go and subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC301jxbuA0f2weTwspoYadg . This is on the website of my Qi Gong teacher, a student of Dr. Hong Liu.

Good luck on your path to a successful healing!

[IMA-HelenT]

@AaronAF thank you for your interesting and always educational content that you share. I am going to explore this more.

[Gary Graziano]

My cancer diagnosis came after Covid completely destroyed my trust in traditional medicine, and I’ve been deliberately going it alone. You are your best advocate. Don’t be afraid. Get educated, stay positive, and FIGHT. Cancer is relentless and fiendishly clever. We must be equally so!