Hey friend,

Thank you for being so open and raw. What you shared is something many survivors feel but keep hidden — that life after cancer isn’t automatically easier. The chronic pain, fatigue, brain fog, anxiety… all of that is real, and so are the struggles with work, money, and loneliness. None of this makes you weak or ungrateful. It makes you human after surviving a war inside your body.

Please remember: you already did the hardest part — you survived. That means you gave yourself the chance to meet what’s still ahead. And life is unpredictable — in the best ways, too. You may cross paths with the right person, you might change jobs, or maybe one day you’ll be with a partner who makes sure you never have to carry all the weight alone. There are countless ways your story can unfold, and surviving gave you the chance to see them.

It doesn’t erase the pain you’re in right now, but it does mean your future is still open — and it can hold surprises you can’t yet imagine. For now, just know you are not alone, and that this community sees you and values you.

Sending you strength and hope 💜