Weekly Round-Up
Welcome to another week of wonderful writing in the blogosphere.
Comparison can be a slippery slope. It’s easy to get caught up in measuring ourselves against others, but it so often leads to dissatisfaction and undermines our self-esteem. As Beth points out in her latest post, embracing our own talents, strengths, and uniqueness is far more fulfilling and empowering.
Not everyone understands that breast cancer is a genderless disease. This was even more so when Rod Ritchie was diagnosed with stage 3 inflammatory breast cancer 10 years ago. At the time, he found support for men was very hard to find. Rod’s experience highlights the need for greater awareness and support for men with breast cancer. Breaking down stereotypes and raising awareness about the fact that breast cancer can affect anyone is essential in ensuring that everyone receives the support and resources they need during their journey with the disease.
Nancy explores the various types of worriers in her latest post.
Carolyn shares emerging research that the risk of age-related hearing loss increases as a person’s cardiac risk load increases.
Barbara has found a novel way to treat people who are nasty to others in the breast cancer community.
Another excellent post by Chris highlighting the disconnection between corporate cancer charities and the actual needs of those affected, along with suggestions on how they can bridge this gap.
Connie reminds us that we all have limited time and energy and we deserve to take good care of these limited resources.
Finally this week, as it’s Mother’s Day for our US readers, I extend warm wishes for those celebrating today. And for those finding this day a painful reminder of grief and loss, I want to share resources from SBC on navigating Mother’s Day without your Mom, along with my own post, “When Mother’s Day Hurts.” There are many ways in which this day can hurt – families who’ve lost mothers, mothers who have lost children, mothers who are distant from their children, and children distant from their parents; those who never knew a loving relationship with their mother, mothers who gave children up for adoption – the list goes on.
May you be extra kind and loving towards yourselves and others.
Yours with much love always
Marie xxx
Thank you dear Marie for sharing my Heart Sisters post on age-related hearing loss among such a varied list of other fascinating topics this week.
PS It’s Mother’s Day here in Canada, too! Thanks for reminding all of us that, for many women, as you say, “Mother’s Day hurts”. Whether we’re celebrating today or grieving a loss, let’s be extra kind today. . . ♥
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Oops rookie mistake on my part Carolyn forgetting about Canada! Thanks for the supportive words.
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