Managing the holidays after a cancer diagnosis: What helps you cope? 🎄

Hi everyone 💙 How are you feeling today?

The holiday season can bring joy but also stress, especially when you’re living with or recovering from cancer. The traditions, gatherings, and expectations can feel overwhelming when your body and mind are already going through so much.

Whether you’re navigating fatigue, appearance changes, emotions you didn’t expect, or just trying to “keep up” with loved ones, this time of year can feel very different after a diagnosis.

💬 Let’s talk about it:

• Has the way you approach the holidays changed since your diagnosis?
• Do you find it harder to participate in certain traditions or gatherings?
• Are there any routines or moments that bring you peace or comfort during this season?
• How do you manage when joy and grief come up at the same time?

Whatever your experience, you're not alone. Sharing what helps, or what doesn’t, might make this season a little gentler for someone else in our community. 💛

Take care,

Somya from the Carenity team 🌼