The holiday season can be challenging for cancer patients. From the stress of cooking, shopping and entertaining, to the emotional toll of trying to find joy during a difficult time, it’s okay to acknowledge that holidays with cancer may not be the cheerful season you are used to. Our social media followers share their advice below.
There are good days and bad. Recognize the good days and do what you can, and accept the bad days.Lauri-Anne H.
Stay positive, give yourself a break and do the best you can. Know that every holiday season will not be like this.Laura K.
Rest when you need to. Lie down for a nap; don't push yourself to exhaustion.Karen M.
Wear a mask. Take good care of yourself first. If you are tired, tell people you are tired. Get enough rest and let someone else do all of the work this year. (You have done it all the years you were healthy.) You have permission to say "no."Malissa
Enjoy as much family time as possible.Jan P.
Go with the flow. Sit by the tree, listen to Christmas songs and live in the moment.Laurie L.
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Sign up!Keep your faith in God. Many thoughts run through your mind. Stay positive. Be thankful for all you have. Never give up.Anthony C.
Just know that there are a lot of people out here who don't even know you and are praying for your recovery.Lancer W.
Try to think about the positive things and focus on those and family.Lexy W.
Stay positive and try not to think about it. Always wake up each morning and thank God for another day!!Rose S.
One foot in front of the other and keep going.Colleen M.
I always tried to stay positive and tried to keep thinking that these treatments are temporary and there will be better days. Each day is a gift and we treasure these gifts. Family and friends are what keep you going!Denise F.
Be around people who care about you and your health. Believe in the healing power of God. Keep positive.Brenda G.
Take it day by day. Don’t overtax yourself. Delegate things you need to do: cooking, wrapping gifts, etc.Alberta B.
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