Weekly Round-Up

Welcome to this week’s blog round-up. I’m so glad you’re here.

In her latest post, Connie reflects on a quiet encounter with a turtle during a solo retreat, realising it mirrored her own tendency to rush. Guided by a mentor and a symbolic marble turtle, she’s reminded that healing takes time—and that slowing down is an act of self-care.

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Gabby explores the impact of artificial ingredients on our health, especially after cancer. Without fearmongering, she encourages a shift toward whole foods and fewer chemicals, framing this as a liberating act of nourishment and self-respect.

Barbara reminds us that life after breast cancer is forever changed.

Carolyn opens up about her experience with chemo brain, particularly the frustrating “loss of nouns” that has shaped her writing, speech, and confidence as a public speaker.

Beth speaks honestly about the emotional and physical changes she’s navigating—from aging and chronic pain to the loss of long-time doctors. She also shares her creative fears as an artist stepping beyond her comfort zone. With encouragement from fellow creatives, she’s choosing courage over caution and viewing artistic growth as a pathway to healing.

And finally, a huge congratulations to Terri, who hosted the first-ever DiepC Foundation Symposium this weekend. The event brought together clinicians, researchers, patients, and caregivers for a rare and deeply needed exchange of experience and expertise—a brilliant example of what shared learning in cancer care can truly look like.

As always, thank you for reading. May something in these stories offer you insight, comfort, or simply the reminder that you’re not alone.

Until next time, take good care.

Much love always

Marie xxx