Interview Takeaways:
Put God First and Keep Him First!
1. Be Your Own Advocate – Stay on top of your doctors and treatments. Ask questions in order to understand your options. I actually had to disagree with a doctor who was reading the films from my mammography and he said he thought he saw something suspicious in my other breast, and I told him no he didn’t. I know he thought I was crazy for challenging his opinion, but it was necessary. I shared with him that when I looked at my name on the film, it was backwards, which told me we were looking at the film backwards; meaning instead of seeing something in my left breast, we were looking at the scar tissue in the right breast where I originally had surgery. He turned red, and I left.
2. Do It Afraid – Early Detection is Key: Perform monthly breast self-exams, get an annual mammogram, and if you feel a lump don’t wait, have it checked out right away as early detection can be the key to saving a life.
3. Release the Stress – Take the necessary time for your own self-care. Learn to put yourself first and address your mental and physical wellness. Have wellness checks for you. Get a massage, go for long walks, exercise, watch a funny movie, enjoy time with your family and friends, etc. Slow down and find what it is that you enjoy doing and do it.
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Resources:
Adelphi University Breast Cancer Hotline
1-800-877-8077
Celebrating Life Foundation
celebratinglife.org
Sister’s Network
sistersnetworkinc.org
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