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August 09, 2021A YACC Chats update
After hosting over 30 chats, YACC Chats leader Marley will be finishing up her term at the end of this month.
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June 30, 2021
7 things that happened when I chose happiness
“Over the last 18 months, I have been forced to take inventory of my life and really decide what brings me happiness. Here are seven things that happened.”
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April 08, 2021YACCtivists weigh in on AYA Cancer Awareness Week
We asked our YACCtivist team to answer the question: “What do you want others to better understand about the AYA cancer experience?” Here are a few of their answers.
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January 28, 2021I like big “buts” and I cannot lie
“I needed to start reframing my life and I began by reframing negative thoughts using a ‘but,’ a big round ‘but’ can have a profound impact on the way we view an idea if we place it in a useful position within a sentence. “
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November 12, 2020
Highlighting small businesses in the YACC community
YACCtivist Marley has seen some extremely talented artists and creators hone their crafts and become small business owners over the last few years. With the holiday season right around the corner, she has compiled a list that might help you find that perfect gift while supporting a YACCer!
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October 09, 2020
To grow or not to grow
“Growth after cancer is not linear. Each person has such a unique experience with their illness, and as a result, we all grow and change at our own speed.”
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April 03, 2020YACCtivists recommend: Podcasts
Have you already blown through your favourite podcasts? Check out these YACCtivist recommendations as you stroll/clean/lounge this weekend.
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March 26, 2020Finding gratitude
“The world is changing drastically right now as the COVID-19 virus begins to find our communities, and I know that it is a scary time for all my fellow cancer thrivers. I write this article from a mandatory 14-day isolation period, and to be honest, I haven’t been in the best head space for the last week.”
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February 13, 2020What I wish I knew
“Together with my peers I have compiled a list of all the things I wish I knew. I hope this list can give you guidance where you need it.”
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November 07, 2019I’ve got 99 problems but chemo ain’t one
Marley writes about how toxic terminology such as “the good cancer” affects young adults after a cancer diagnosis.
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October 10, 2019
The good, the bad and the ugly: Truths about relationships after cancer
“I can continue to look to my peers at YACC for a world of encouragement or a shoulder to lean on.”
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