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Cancer Straight Talk

What Makes Life Meaningful? (Encore)

Dec 7, 2023
Explore finding meaning in the midst of cancer challenges during the holidays. Hear insights on spirituality, gratitude, and the significance of traditions. Discover how patients embrace hope in small moments and lessons on end-of-life care.
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Quick takeaways

  • Acknowledging conflicting emotions is vital for cancer patients to find personal meaning during holidays.
  • Chaplains offer spiritual support that focuses on identity, hope, and meaning for cancer patients and families.

Deep dives

Navigating Conflicting Emotions During the Holidays

The holiday season can evoke conflicting feelings for cancer patients, blending gratitude for treatment with sorrow over profound losses. It is acknowledged that experiencing both emotions simultaneously is valid and common. Dr. Diane Riede Lagunais shares insights about the complexity of emotions faced by cancer patients. She discusses the importance of recognizing and embracing these conflicting emotions to find personal meaning during the holiday period.

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