Cancer Healing Journeys by ZenOnco.io & Love Heals Cancer

Anil Khanna is a Breast Cancer Caregiver for his wife. She was diagnosed with cancer in the month of December, 2017. She first encountered a lump in her left breast, but the first mammogram was conducted in Feb’18 which did highlight BI-RADS category 5, which means advanced cancer. His wife lost her battle last year to Cancer, but he proudly says that his wife stayed strong till the end. “She taught me the real meaning of words like resilience and happiness, a smiling face which faded away but not in my memories”.

Lauren Tarpley is a Stage 2 Breast Cancer Survivor. She was diagnosed in the year 2021 when she was a mother to an eighteen months old child and was in the breastfeeding phase. Though the times were tough for her, she still managed to overcome the dark phase successfully. She believed that cancer is a fight which cannot be winned alone. She connected with other fellow-cancer patients who were suffering from similar conditions and tried new challenges along with them. She says “Maintain consistency, find what works for you. It’s all going to be trial-and-error”

Monika is a Rectal Cancer Survivor who was diagnosed 2 years ago. She believes that cancer has made her realize that every moment in life is precious. Running after success, fame, or money will gain you nothing but spending valuable moments and memories with yourself and your loved ones matters the most. During her cancer journey, she became closer to nature and started to feel connected with it. The support from her family helped her the most to defeat cancer and currently, she is leading a happy life.

Dr. Nikhil Aggarwal is an Acute Myeloid Leukemia Survivor who was diagnosed in July 2012 even though he had no symptoms at all. He says that throughout his cancer journey, traveling, and sharing his story on social media helped him throughout his first journey with cancer. Unexpectedly, the recurrence happened in the2014 where he had to go through another set of obstacles. Though it was not an easy journey, he still managed to overcome everything with the support of his family members and friends. As a healthcare expert, he suggests that one should not bottle up their emotions and feelings from their loved ones and seek mental support when required.

Susan Rienzo is a stage 3 Ovarian Cancer Survivor. Her cancer journey began in the year 2016. The support from her loved ones and medical experts gave her hope and faith in what she was undergoing. She stayed positive throughout the cancer journey and letting people take care of her helped her the most. The thought to witness more in life, especially with her loved ones gave her the strength to fight against cancer. Cancer has made her realize that it is important to appreciate each moment of your life, listen to your body, and take care of yourself.

Anuja Raina is a Pancreatic Cancer Caregiver. Her mother was diagnosed at the age of 54 in the year 2010 with Stage 2 Pancreatic Cancer, as the diagnosis was not done at the early stage. Initially, it was hard to identify cancer even after undergoing numerous tests for 2-3 months due to a lack of awareness about the testing criteria. As a proud daughter, Anuja still remembers her mother dealing with cancer very strongly till the end. She passed away in the year 2011 when the quality of treatment was not as advanced as present in India.

Ali Belmadani is a Sarcoma Cancer Survivor who was diagnosed with this rare disease at the age of 26. It is evident that this disease has molded this brave individual into a more vigorous version of himself. His friends and family were his biggest support and helped him to heal mentally and physically throughout the cancer journey. Presently, he makes sure that he inspires and motivates others through his change in lifestyle. His love and passion for sports did not even after he found himself in a wheelchair. This unstoppable warrior wants all cancer patients and caregivers not to be afraid of this disease, to face the situation fearlessly, and focus on their lifestyle.

Varsha Dixit is a breast cancer survivor, who was diagnosed at the age of 65 years. Despite the physical, emotional and mental upheaval that cancer brought in her life, Varsha never lost hope. Her family is her biggest strength. She says that it is very important for a cancer patient to remain positive and not lose hope during this arduous journey. Additionally, it is equally important to strictly follow the diet plan recommended by the doctor and to never stop being active at any step during this entire process

Heather Ranelle is a singer songwriter and a brain cancer survivor, who was diagnosed with cancer in April, 2018. She beat cancer through surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and positive visualization. Throughout the journey, she told herself that it’s all a temporary process and there are times in life when we get a rock at the bottom of our foot that we step on, but we must continue to move on. Her advice to others walking this path- Remember that life is a constant change.

Julia Valentina Ojeda is two times Acute Myeloid Leukemia survivor, who despite plummeting into depression at the raw age of 15 years, not only beat the depression associated with cancer, but also beat the disease itself. She has been cancer free for 22 years now. Despite having to deal with a number of side-effects due to the treatment therapy, Julia never lost hope. Today, she is not only a cancer survivor but also a certified wellness coach who helps others kick-start their journey towards healing, changing and getting inspired.