Why I Don't Like The Cancer Warrior Title
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- Опубліковано 8 вер 2024
- Why I Don't Like The Cancer Warrior Title And What I Think Suits Better!
I finally went to see a counsellor about everything I just went through, and it was actually really useful. She helped me see that I used masks to help me cope with everything. It made me see how unhelpful the Cancer Warrior title really is. It is now hitting me afterwards and if I hadn't felt like I had to hold it all together so tightly through my cancer journey, then maybe it wouldn't have hit me so hard now! This goes against some of my other videos I know, but not I have some distance from it, I'm gaining more perspective!
Yes, cancer is difficult, but you shouldn't feel like you are fighting and have to be tough and show no weakness. It takes away from how you are truly feeling. It means you can't immerse yourself and truly accept the present moment, because you almost aren't allowed to. You aren't fighting it, you aren't battling through, you are being treated for an illness and doing the best you can with the situation. The Warrior branding almost distances you from what is really happening, but maybe that is a good thing. I never embraced the warrior title.
What saddens me most is when someone passes away from cancer and people say she lost her battle or lost her fight with cancer. It makes it sound like it was her fault for not fighting hard enough or something. It wasn't her fault, she would have done everything in her power to pull through. People should be encouraged and supported through it all. It is a very delicate balance and it is not easy all round, but I just don't think this Warrior title fits.
To me I see myself as less of a warrior and more of a QUEEN! Holding my chin up and picking my way through an awful situation with as much grace and dignity as possible. Admired yet you know she has a tough job to do. A Queen title shines a different light on you and makes people want to look after you in a different way, instead of goading you on into battle. It says “Respect me, Im going through a very tough time but Im rising to the occasion!” Don't you agree?
Hold your heads high, set that crown straight and demand the best! You deserve it!
How do you feel about the Warrior title?
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Dear dear lady, I’ve been devouring all your videos because you’ve giving me so much hope and courage and I thank you so much! I am recently diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma left breast and in lymph nodes (her2 positive, estrogen positive, progesterone negative). You helped me when I got my Picc line in. Your voice was with me as I laid there trusting the nurse to take care of the procedure. I had my first CHEMO 3 days ago.
I just wanted to tell you how much I appreciate your help beyond measure.
You will always be in my thoughts.
Bless you and all here on your channel and to those facing all the challenges life throws at us.
Much love...🌸🐇
Oh Barb, I have only just found your lovely comment, thank you and Im so glad my videos have helped you! How are you doing with your chemo now? I hope it is all going well for you!
I don’t think or feel like a warrior and I don’t think I'm brave but as time goes on, I feel proud of myself. At the beginning of this cancer journey, I didn’t think I could survive all the gruelling treatment but I did it and that has probably made me a stronger person. You are so right, counselling has been such a help. Xx
So blessed to have found your channel!
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts on vulnerability. Much appreciated. I hope you are doing well x
Wath a lovely lady same cancers just to say 12years on good luck u are helping do many
You're 12 years on?? thats fantastic!! thats what I love to hear! you give everyone such hope!!
Not really being called a "warrior" but everyone keeps saying I am the strongest woman they know and I can do this. Sometimes though, I feel like I want to b weak but feel like I have to put on a show to b what they think I am. Yes, I am very strong but I want to have my moments too. First chemo tomorrow and I AM freaking out!!! Thanks for being there Louisa!!!!!
Thank you. I needed to hear that. This is bleeding scary.
You can do this! You are stronger than you ever thought possible!
I’m a new subscriber and I also had breast cancer 5 years ago this December
You're 5 years out? Fantastic!! That's what I love to hear! Fantastic!
Hi Louisa, how are you doing?
How are you?? We have not heard from you
I'm good thank you for asking! Im working out what I want to do with my life at the moment! :D I will put some new videos together very soon!!
Good to here you are doing good