The Cancer Survivor Show by The Chemo Girls

The topic of journaling may seem like a dud, but do not be fooled! The act of journaling can offer you a confidant who will not over-react, freak out, or judge you. What goes on the page stays on the page and that dynamic will allow you to share in a completely open and honest way. The journal can help you work through emotions, sort out relationships and purge counter-productive thoughts. It also offers a way of communicating with your healthcare providers more clearly. Really, the journal ROCKS! Listen to this podcast to expand on these ideas and learn much more about the benefits waiting for you as you journal.

When we took long road trips as children, our parents offered us diversions to help the time pass more quickly. They would engage us in everything from collecting the states on license plates, to playing with coloring books to reading. Really, we were happier, which made the trip much easier for the parents as well. Genius! In this podcast, Lucy and Sharon discuss how diverting your mind will help reduce the anxiety that can be involved with a chemotherapy session. This little strategy will also make the time roll by more quickly, too. Listen to this podcast and get a handle on diversionary ideas for the upcoming chemotherapy sessions, whether they are your sessions or the sessions of someone you love.

Tune in to their weekly podcast show as Sharon and Lucy, aka The Chemo Girls, share their stories, provide insights into cancer treatment, and extend a life-line to those affected by a fresh cancer diagnosis. The Cancer Survivor Show’s format will allow it’s listeners to suggest topics, ask questions, and comment on upcoming shows. Whether you are the cancer patient or a loved one who shares in a treatment journey, you will find empowerment and strength through their shows as The Chemo Girls speak of relevant topics and interview health care providers, other cancer survivors, caregivers, etc. Who knows, maybe The Chemo Girls can build a show just for you. They are not just surviving, but THRIVING with you!

Gosh, "Chemo Coordinator"...that sounds so intense! Do you need a degree for that? Not at all. This show will help the Newbie come to understand how helpful having a CC can be as he/she tries to manage life on chemo. And for those who want to help a Newbie on a more day-to-day basis, this show may just teach you how to do that. No worries guys, this CC will be born of a current strong relationship in your life, and as the collaboration forms between the Newbie and the CC, an already important relationship will be given an opportunity to expand and strengthen. It's a win-win!

What the heck is chemo brain?? Sharon and Lucy are here to answer that question! If you or someone in your life is facing chemotherapy, you will want to know about this topic. This little chemo side-effect can be a bit alarming if you are not prepared, but it is not at all unusual. As a matter of fact, the forgetfulness (and that is an understatement) that can accompany chemo therapy has made for some funny stories.

In this podcast Lucy & Sharon talk about the whirlwind of emotions that follow a cancer diagnosis. Whether you are the Newbie or those who surround the Newbie, this diagnosis can certainly bring with it a emotional roller coaster ride that can leave you feeling hopeless and quite frankly...a bit crazy! Grab a coffee or tea, sit down and let's talk about it.

In this flagship podcast, Lucy and Sharon, aka The Chemo Girls, tell their cancer stories and talk about their mission. These warm everyday southern women are a lifeline for those whose lives are being rocked by a cancer diagnosis. Whether you are a "newbie" (newly diagnosed survivor), a survivor on the other side of treatment mentoring your own Newbie, or someone in a Newbie's life who is looking on, the Chemo Girls are here to help you through this unexpected twist.