Leukemia Survivors Share How Cancer Affected Their Mental Health | Tell A Stranger
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
- We invited two strangers to tell their cancer survival story. How did cancer impact their mental health?
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I am a thirteen year old who survived Hodgkin's lymphoma. I hated life I hated myself but I got diagnosed and I gained appreciation for life again. I am a thriver and a survivor
I love this story thxs for sharing it in the comments❤❤❤
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Love this, thank you so much for sharing. 🥰
please turn to Jesus He loves you very much, He is the God of miracles, i was ill for a long time, but the doctors couldn't really help me, i don't blame them there was only so much that they could of done for me, Then Jesus gave me a miracle and healed me, God has done amazing things in my life and in the life's of people i know and love, He can do the same for you and yours, When you need Him call on Him, The bible tells us in Romans 10:13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved, He is the God of comfort and will be there for you when you call on Him, He will protect you, God saved someone i love from an illness leading to death, There is nothing impossible to God, Its as simple as accepting Jesus, and Trusting Him for your Salvation, He is the healer of the body and Saviour of our souls, And if you truly seek Him Jesus will answer you, i know this because He answered me when i called out to Him,
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The black haired woman is such an eloquent speaker, I felt like I was reading a book listening to her
Eloquent....i learned a new word today...😅
I’m that woman. 😊 Thank you for the huge compliment! 💕
Sarah Farnam you’re so welcome! ☺️💞
@@sarahfarnam8563 I have just watched this video, 4 years late, or better say, "just on time in my own timeline". You are indeed such an eloquent speaker Sarah. And I especially relate to the contrast of pre-diagnosis depression & will to die versus fighting for our lives after the diagnosis. Cancer is a great teacher when you think about it. Hope you are doing very well and enjoying your life Sarah, all the best.
So important to share these stories and for people to realize that they’re not alone. God bless these people.
I completely agree on the part where she mentions noone really shows you how to deal with the "after". After it's all over it's great "yay! I did it!" but noone talks about how exhausted you can be just from doing day to day tasks, or how sometimes you feel alone because most people just don't get it or the " well be grateful you survived". Noone talks about how exhausting and draining it is when you have to go to the doctor all the time or how nerve-wracking it can be to go for your scans to make sure you're still in the clear. For me it's been 5 years since I was diagnosed & I still have pain from the surgeries I had, I still get anxious on my yearly scan to see if it's back, and I still feel tired trying to keep up with my peers. Everyone thinks because you look "normal" now that everything is fine, when that's the farthest thing from the truth.
please turn to Jesus He loves you very much, He is the God of miracles, i was ill for a long time, but the doctors couldn't really help me, i don't blame them there was only so much that they could of done for me, Then Jesus gave me a miracle and healed me, God has done amazing things in my life and in the life's of people i know and love, He can do the same for you and yours, When you need Him call on Him, The bible tells us in Romans 10:13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved, He is the God of comfort and will be there for you when you call on Him, He will protect you, God saved someone i love from an illness leading to death, There is nothing impossible to God, Its as simple as accepting Jesus, and Trusting Him for your Salvation, He is the healer of the body and Saviour of our souls, And if you truly seek Him Jesus will answer you, i know this because He answered me when i called out to Him,
I hadn't realized how deeply I would identify with many of the feelings said in this video, especially after incurring so many expenses with cancer treatment. You spend thousands and thousands of dollars to stay alive, when there were times of depression both before and after. But also now learning to heal myself with lots of journalling, therapy and ice cream as well.
Jendaya C I’m the woman in the video who spoke about doing all of those things and am glad to see they are helping others in similar situations. 🥰 Wishing you continued healing! ❤️
please turn to Jesus He loves you very much, He is the God of miracles, i was ill for a long time, but the doctors couldn't really help me, i don't blame them there was only so much that they could of done for me, Then Jesus gave me a miracle and healed me, God has done amazing things in my life and in the life's of people i know and love, He can do the same for you and yours, When you need Him call on Him, The bible tells us in Romans 10:13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved, He is the God of comfort and will be there for you when you call on Him, He will protect you, God saved someone i love from an illness leading to death, There is nothing impossible to God, Its as simple as accepting Jesus, and Trusting Him for your Salvation, He is the healer of the body and Saviour of our souls, And if you truly seek Him Jesus will answer you, i know this because He answered me when i called out to Him,
I an currently in maintenance chemotherapy for acUte lymphoblastic leukemia and the overwhelming feeling of sadness is exhausting. The point regarding feeling more comfortable being the cancer kid than the ‘ now your ok’ kid rings so true to me as I’m currently trying to carry on with my degree.
I really really appreciated this videos more than you will know.
Thankyou
Other people never understand the struggle associated with fighting to regain yourself after illness. I had a Cerebral Sinus Thrombosis when I was pregnant with my youngest, and then had a stroke when she was 3. People have sent me emails telling me what a monster I am, that I am selfish, that I am less than kind. I am now quite isolated, but prefer it to being around people that can't understand that I am not okay every day. I have my children and they are so awesome.
Tammy Stratford As long as you have your family to support you, you can get through anything. I’m proud of you for being so strong and for sharing this story to people who will listen. It doesn’t matter what anyone says, because at the end of the day, you have a beautiful child and you survived. Who else can say they beat the odds? I believe in you and your story. ❤️
Tammy Stratford I hope you are doing well now. It seems to happen so often that we lose people, friends, loved ones because they get hurt when we are hurting. It is a waste, but you know what.... it would be more wasteful to endlessly pine over it and wish they would understand better.
I had to let go of people I loved and still love too. And I spent a long time pushing away tears about it, but now it’s easier. I know myself and I know that I just had to start taking care of myself. And that I dont regret.
@@M_K_M_K_M_K Thank you, dear. You said it so eloquently. There is a Coldplay song called Fix You with the line, "when you love someone and it goes to waste. Could it be worse?" I used to pine away, but I learned that I actually have value. I just couldn't see it. Have a great day and stay well!
Tammy Stratford You too Tammy! Of course you do!! However many friends or loved ones you have in this life, always be your own best friend first! Only then you can fully be good to others as well. X
I was told I had cancer 1 month before I turner 21 & still fighting it. To me when they told me I had cancer....it didn't hit me I cried a bit but I wasn't pouring. It took 2 months in for me to admit "I have cancer", I was always afraid of telling myself I have cancer that once I decided to admit to myself "I have cancer"....I cried, I was mad & sad but I never said "why me" cuz Ik once I say that, to me I'll feel like I'm giving up & I don't want my parents to be more sad & worried then they already are.
She's so strong
I had A.L.L & depression was a major fight, & it still is after 3 years. especially when my family thinks that I need a “mood pill” when I cry or I’m sad they don’t help with my depression. Ugh I want to share my story so bad !!!!
Im a 42 year old, I’m four years out, and still exhausted. Im back to work and I look good, but I am facing a myriad of heath problems from my struggle. Im still happy to be alive.
This was so moving, from both survivors. Brought me to tears and loved how it shed light on the heavy impact on mental health or preexisting mental illness.
My dad is currently going through treatment for leukemia and is doing really well right now, his last blood test came out clean with no cancer cells. Now we’re just waiting to see what’s the plan from now on and are going to have a consult with doctors
So happy to hear that your dad is doing well ❤️
i know it’s only been 6 days, but have you gotten any news? 🤞💛
Cancer and Depression is hard to true
I’m not sure if you guys will see this, but I got diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia this year around the time quarantine started. I know I’m not done with my treatment and journey yet but I’d love to share my story someday like how Billie Eilish does the same interview every year. I know it sounds weird but I’d just really love to get my story out there for people like me that are going through treatment during the pandemic and I just think this channel helps break the barriers of tough topics like cancer.
I'm sorry for your diagnosis. I was diagnosed with ALL for the second time in the end of 2018. I'm still in treatment and I agree how important it is to have powerful conversations like these.
@@mayasoares3164 hey I hope you're doing well.
I so relate to the second woman. I was 34 and was told in the ED that I had a brain tumour because I had a seizure. I was immediately admitted to the neurosurgical ward, put on anti-seizure medication, did PET-SCANS, MRIs and then functional MRIs. This went on for a week. 6 weeks later, I had awake brain surgery. Nobody told me how sick and sad I would be after brain surgery. I went back to work too soon and should have taken 12 months off to recover because I had a fair amount of depression and PSTD from surgery and the constant talk about chemotherapy and radiation.
Thank you so much for sharing. Our son is also AYA ALL like Sarah. He's finishing up maintenance this year. It's not my place to share his story, but it echos both of yours. Thanks again ♥️♥️
Greg Goodman Thank you for sharing and am so glad to hear he’ll be done with maintenance this year, I’ll be done early next year!!
hearing these stories makes me not feel alone …. i want people to understand the long term mental health issues after cancer because they assume i “look healthy” which means i am when in reality i’m not. people get upset that i’m not grateful enough for beating cancer but don’t understand how trapped i feel hiding my emotions to make them feel comfortable everyday. it’s hard having all these expectations to beat cancer and stay strong… when all you want to do is cry sometimes
There very brave to tell there story
Can you guys do videos on disabilities? I was born with hemiparesis and I think it would be cool to see someone else in this platform that’s like me. Someone that knows how hard it is to have that physical weakness, the spasticity, not being able to do certain spots and other activities, etc.
I admire the honesty about the mental health and real life struggles. Thank you for sharing ladies.
My mom has stage 2 cancer and she has little to no support. I've been so busy adopting my child and my mom lives fairly far. My brother has autism and cannot support her. I started a go find me page on my channel. I'm sorry soulpancake for promting my gofundme for my mom. We just need help and exposure
0:37 "Everyone's there telling you how not to die, but no one's really there to tell you how to live." Wow. I've never heard a quote that describes my experience of surviving cancer that strongly ❤
Cancer patients with ptsd
This makes feel a little less alone my family doesn't understand me nor do they seem to care so im trying to find a new life even if I have to leave them behind.
Good 2 u
Nice
Suicidal people just need to realize that it doesn't take an illness to change how you feel, people will come and support you even if you think they wont. It just takes time.
Thanks Ninjacus NoVa
What you think or you want, sooner or later you get it!
I am not a survivor but i want to die so bad this life is fucked up .... i want to die maybe the other life would be better ... i can't live like this anymore and I can't control my moves and I can't be myself around people ... and always overthinking of everything i did and what people said ....
Please get help people u do not even know care about you