October 8, 2009 - Posted by tamilb
It's going to be OK
One of the tools I’ve picked up from my cancer experience is the phrase, “Hey, it’s not cancer.” I can’t remember who I heard it from, but it’s helped me when I’m anxious about things that really aren’t that important in the scheme of life.
A problem at work? An argument with my mom? My daughter having a meltdown? Hey, it’s not cancer. After all, I’ve gotten through a lot worse and have been better for it. Why sweat the small stuff?
Right now, I’m a little anxious about being interviewed by Girlfriendology.com tomorrow. See the News and Events page for details. Interviews are something I always avoided. Even working in public relations I always had someone else talk to the media.
So now is my chance to dip my toe in the fear pool and get over myself. It’s not a big deal and it’s certainly not cancer. So what if I don’t sound perfect? Cancer has given me the chance to try things I would never have done before, like getting up and making a fool out of myself dancing and writing a book, for instance.
Have you taken risks or faced fears since a cancer diagnosis or know someone who did? I’d love to hear from you.
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It's going to be OK
One of the tools I’ve picked up from my cancer experience is the phrase, “Hey, it’s not cancer.” I can’t remember who I heard it from, but it’s helped me when I’m anxious about things that really aren’t that important in the scheme of life.
A problem at work? An argument with my mom? My daughter having a meltdown? Hey, it’s not cancer. After all, I’ve gotten through a lot worse and have been better for it. Why sweat the small stuff?
Right now, I’m a little anxious about being interviewed by Girlfriendology.com tomorrow. See the News and Events page for details. Interviews are something I always avoided. Even working in public relations I always had someone else talk to the media.
So now is my chance to dip my toe in the fear pool and get over myself. It’s not a big deal and it’s certainly not cancer. So what if I don’t sound perfect? Cancer has given me the chance to try things I would never have done before, like getting up and making a fool out of myself dancing and writing a book, for instance.
Have you taken risks or faced fears since a cancer diagnosis or know someone who did? I’d love to hear from you.