Tips to Manage Holiday Stress and Unrealistic Expectations with Talaya Dendy

In this episode, Cancer Thriver and Cancer Doula, Talaya Dendy discusses the challenges of navigating the holiday season while dealing with a cancer diagnosis. She shares tips for managing unrealistic expectations, setting boundaries, and prioritizing self-care. She also addresses the concerns of feeling like a burden or outcast at social gatherings. Listeners will gain valuable tips and resources to help them find joy and balance during the holiday season while managing their cancer journey.

✨Highlights from the show: 

[00:03:20] - Tips for Navigating Loneliness and Grief
[00:05:00] - Box Breathing Exercise
[00:07:45] - Cancer and the Holidays: Expectations vs. Reality
[00:12:30] - Managing Unrealistic Expectations
[00:15:50] - Communicating with Family and Friends
[00:18:20] - Setting Boundaries and Dealing with Questions
[00:21:00] - Prioritizing Self-Care and Creating New Traditions
[00:23:30] - Navigating Cancer Treatment During the Holidays
[00:27:00] - Free Resources for Support
[00:29:10] - Addressing Feelings of Being a Burden

Resources:

CancerCare - https://www.cancercare.org

Holiday Helpline - (800) 662-HELP (4357)

National Alliance for Caregiving - https://www.caregiving.org

Connect and learn more about Didi Hairston:

Website: https://www.divawithdepression.com

Podcast: https://www.divawithdepression.com/podcasts

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/divawdep

Connect and learn more about Talaya Dendy:

Website: https://www.ontheotherside.life

Sparkle Site: https://sprkl.es/ontheotherside/

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