Childhood Cancer: A Personal Journey of Resilience and Healing with Erin Orion Abbott-Haines

Erin Orion is a childhood cancer survivor and mother to a childhood cancer survivor of a non-genetic cancer. With a Master of Divinity and trained in many other healing modalities, Erin is a guide, counselor, and coach for people looking to create alignment and build resiliency through the exploration and healing of self and soul. She teaches therapeutic art forms, energetic hygiene, and practices that support sustainable thriving in a world in crisis. She also specializes in supporting families who are neurodiverse, gender diverse, disabled, and medically complex.

During this episode of Navigating Cancer TOGETHER, Erin and I continue our conversation about childhood cancer, but unfortunately, little has changed in its treatment and funding.

✨Highlights from the show:  

[00:01:54] Childhood cancer survivor and mother. 

[00:04:21] Childhood cancer funding disparities. 

[00:09:03] Late effects of childhood cancer. 

[00:15:33] Parents' dilemma with treatment. 

[00:19:11] Power dynamics in pediatric care. 

[00:23:05] Power dynamics in healthcare. 

[00:29:22] Navigating the medical system. 

[00:31:30] Autonomy and medical treatment choices. 

[00:35:11] Trauma and grief experience. 

[00:38:44] Waves of grief at different stages. 

[00:41:15] Writing through grief. 

[00:46:00] What is a soul doula?

Resources: 

Childhood Cancers, National Cancer Institute 

https://www.cancer.gov/types/childhood-cancers 

📰 Blog: https://www.ontheotherside.life/post/childhood-cancer-a-personal-journey-of-resilience-and-healing 

Read the transcript for this episode. 🔗 https://drive.google.com/file/d/19s4rw7xqKPB_Ssx-Af9W-TAf-XIJQa4k/view?usp=drive_link 

👶Connect and learn more about Erin:

Website: www.orionsway.com  

Instagram: (@orions.way) https://www.instagram.com/orions.way/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orionsway555 

Erin's prior guest appearance on Navigating Cancer TOGETHER. 🔗https://podcast.ausha.co/navigatingcancertogether/elevating-childhood-cancer-and-the-complexities-children-and-families-face-with-erin-orion-abbott-haines 

🦄About Me:

In 2011, I was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma, out of the blue. I did not have any prior health concerns or issues. Fast forward, the dreaded cancer diagnosis opened my eyes, introduced me to my purpose, and led me to where I am today. 

As a Cancer Doula, I use my 12 years of experience with cancer to support and guide others diagnosed with cancer. Many people are not familiar with what a cancer doula is. Think of me as your personal guide and patient advocate. Schedule a 30-minute Meet and Greet call to confidentially share the challenges you are facing and learn more about how I can support you. https://bit.ly/OTOSDiscovery

Learn more about On the Other Side at https://www.ontheotherside.life/. Connect with me on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/talayadendy/), or sign up for my bi-weekly newsletter (https://bit.ly/OTOSNewsletter) to get valuable information and resources that can help you navigate cancer. 

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