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Religion and Spirituality
I was talking to an online friend today and our new board here was mentioned. It also brought up an interesting topic. I am a Christian. I hesitate these days to acknowledge that. It's embarrassing sometimes. When the word 'religion' comes up, the assumption by many (including non-believers and believers alike) is that…
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meditation - visualization
Although I do not believe in a divinity, during my 5 weeks of radiation, during treatments, I thought of Michelangelo's Creation of Adam and visualized God's finger zapping away my cancerous tumor. Recuperating from my surgery and struggling with a temporary colostomy bag, I was very depressed, had difficulty adjusting to…
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Spirituality Is Many Things to Many People
Spirituality can be many things, some may find it at a church or a synagogue while others may find it in the comfort of a mountain stream or the spray of the ocean. I find it in many of the places I just listed. When times are difficult or stressful I find great comfort and relief in the presence of nature and the…
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Welcome!
This discussion board is intended as an outlet for CSN members who wish to discuss the role of faith and spirituality in their survivorship and/or care of a loved one with cancer. Non-judgemental attitudes and open hearts and minds ensure a safe and welcoming place for all who seek support in the CSN community. Your CSN…