When facing a life threatening illness like breast cancer, no two
women seem to react in the same way. Some are so terrified they
simply curl up into a ball and literally crouch in the
corner. Others immediately throw themselves
into learning as much about their disease
as possible.

There’s clearly no right or wrong way
to face what’s happening to you, but
having worked with thousands of
breast cancer survivors; those fortunate
enough to have a close knit
family, find it easier
to face what’s
happening to them.
Remember, your
breast cancer is not
just happening to
you. It’s happening to
everyone you know as
well.

The 3 women featured in the documentary film “Snow Angels,” that we produced, reported that the single most important thing that allowed them to fight their disease was their family. Just remember however, that for your family to reach out to you, you must be willing to reach out to them.

Recently we received a heartbreaking letter from a 15-year-old girl, who reported that she had always been very close to her mother. They shared everything and were not only mother and daughter but best friends. Then her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer and instead of that bringing her closer to her daughter, her mother completely withdrew. In fact, when her daughter tried to comfort her, her mother actually pushed her away. While in some ways her mother’s reaction was understandable, it certainly wasn’t understandable to a 15-year-old child. If you are diagnosed, we believe it is absolutely critical you embrace all those who care about you and draw from their love.

The healing properties of love are limitless.