In this episode of Connecting Through Cancer, host Kayla Keenan discusses the emotional challenges faced by cancer warriors and their families during the holiday season. She shares personal experiences and offers practical advice on how to support loved ones battling cancer, emphasizing the importance of understanding their feelings, providing emotional and practical support, and being flexible with holiday plans. The conversation highlights the need for compassion and the significance of small gestures in making the holiday season more manageable for those affected by cancer.

Takeaways

• The holidays can bring mixed emotions for cancer warriors.
• Emotional support is crucial during the holiday season.
• Offering practical help can make a significant difference.
• Simplified holiday gatherings can be more accommodating.
• Flexibility with plans is essential for cancer patients.
• Respecting boundaries is important for emotional well-being.
• Encouraging self-care is vital for both patients and caregivers.
• Celebrating small victories can uplift spirits.
• Involving cancer warriors in decisions gives them a sense of control.
• Managing expectations can alleviate pressure during the holidays.

INDY is short for "I'm Not Done Yet," a phrase often said by the late Kyle Strand during his courageous battle with colon cancer. Kyle's four-year journey was both extremely challenging and profoundly beautiful. Though he lost his battle in July 2017, his legacy lives on through his two dying wishes: to establish the INDY Foundation and to inspire others to live every day to its fullest. In August 2017, the INDY Foundation was born, continuing Kyle's mission to support and uplift cancer warriors everywhere. Find more information here: www.indy-foundation.org

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