New Realizations

Based on my experiences with fighting melanoma, and now with a friend going through her own battle with cancer, here are a few tips. For those just starting this battle, do let friends, family, and neighbors know of your needs. Holding in the tears and fears just means that the time for them to be released will have to be later. Do reach out for help. Do realize that a support group or counselor might be an important part of your healing process. It doesn't mean that you're not a strong, independent person. It just means that you shouldn't go into battle alone - it takes an army to defeat cancer, and melanoma is more than just skin deep!