Ever experienced panel before?

[jojo]

Hi all,

Local non-profit organization just asked me this morning to join in a "breast cancer survivor" panel for this Saturday. (Not sure if I've survived, cuz onc hasn't declared me in remission or whatever. Just finished rads, now on hormone therapy.) I agreed to participate.

This will be my first time to experience panel (except for typical interview environment). Quite nervous, as I'm hoping I don't break down! Pretty vulnerable, but also wanting to empower ladies with such knowledge. Let me know if you went on panel about your cancer before? Thanks!

Hugs

[Velva]

Hi Jojo, I've never been on a bc panel before. I bet you'll do great! "knowledge is power" (I don't know who said this besides Oprah). You're providing a great service! Go girl!!

[Ron, Cyndi\'s Husband]

Jojo,

Everyone who has cancer and is still breathing is a survivor. The survivor status is more a mindset than an indication of cancer status. I suggest going to this site's main/home sheet, click “index� then go to “Things for free� then click “Cancer Survivor Toolbox� and ask for the toolbox to be sent to you. It really is free! A friend gave me a copy several months ago and while it did not change Cyndi’s diagnosis, it did help change the way we refer to the disease. The basic message is to be a “Survivor� not a “Victim�.

I hope your panel was productive.
Best wishes and prayers to you.
ron