“It’s the pit that becomes that transformative place that is the hardest.”

Episode summary:

In this episode, Nick speaks with Shariann Tom, CEO and founder of the Cancer Journey Institute, about her experience with having cancer five times and the importance of mindset and self-mastery in navigating the journey. They discuss the challenges of facing cancer multiple times, the need for support and understanding from others, and the power of listening and being present for someone going through cancer. Shariann emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself, making choices that align with our values, and finding strength and purpose in facing adversity. 

What to listen for:

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• Cancer is a common and traumatic experience that affects many individuals and their loved ones.
  
  
• Having a support system that truly understands and listens to the person going through cancer is invaluable.
  
  
• Staying true to yourself and making choices that align with personal values and desires is important.
  
  
• Facing cancer multiple times can be a transformative journey that allows individuals to discover their authentic selves and find their purpose.
  

“But what really took me down was the energy level, the will to live, just all of that just felt like it tanked.”

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• The mental and emotional drain can be even more debilitating than the physical symptoms, feeling like there’s a dark cloud hanging over you, making it hard to see any light.
  
  
• When your will to live is tested, one’s motivation to fight and keep going disappears.
  
  
• You might feel numb, detached, or like you’re on autopilot and finding it hard to connect with yourself and others, but you’re not alone
  
  
• Hope can feel so far away when you’re constantly in a low-energy state. 
  
  
• Having a strong support system of people who can lift you up and remind you that it’s okay to feel this way and that you’re not alone in this struggle is crucial.
  

“Nobody else knows what my body’s feeling. And I’m making a choice. ”

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• Only you can truly understand your own body and what it’s going through.
  
  
• It’s important to trust your own instincts and feelings about your health.
  
  
• Taking control and deciding what’s best for you and your health is empowering.
  
  
• How important it is to be in tune with our body.
  
  
• Advocating for yourself is crucial; it’s okay to say no to treatments or advice that don’t feel right for you.
  

“What are your values? What’s important? And then, well, let’s go a little deeper and we’ll dig to find what’s that real purpose. That thing that you do, only you, in the way that you do it.”

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• What truly matters to you in life? Take time to reflect on your core values. 
  
  
• Identifying what’s important helps you prioritize your time and energy. 
  
  
• Focus on what brings you fulfillment.
  
  
• Everyone has a unique purpose. 
  
  
• Discovering your purpose is an ongoing journey.
  

About Shariann Tom,

Shariann is a 5-time cancer survivor and master coach trainer who created a movement where cancer individuals see cancer as the unexpected pathway to living their best lives. Shariann knows a thing or five about going through the cancer journey because she traveled it 5-times and is the creator, co-founder of The Cancer Journey Institute, and co-author of the book “The Call of Cancer: A Loving Pathway to Wholeness, Healing, and Transformation”.

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• https://www.thecancerjourney.com
  
  
• http://www.linkedin.com/company/the-cancer-journey
  
  
• https://www.instagram.com/thecancerjourney/
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/Call-Cancer-Pathway-Wholeness-Transformation/dp/B09K1HRJ91 
  

Resources:

Check out these other episodes about cancer survival:

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• Ep.16 w/ Stacey Jenkins: The Character Builder Of A One Two Punch
  
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  • https://chooseyourcalling.com/the-character-builder-of-a-one-two-punch/
    
  
  
  
  
• Ep.106 w/ Terry Tucker: Cancer Doesn’t Define Your Life, You Do, Embrace The Suck
  
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  • https://chooseyourcalling.com/cancer-doesnt-define-your-life/
    
  
  
  

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