Good Morning!
I’ve recently decided to share my story in ways I hadn’t before. Eight years ago, I began my own battle with breast cancer, a journey that turned my life upside down. Like many, I struggled deeply—finding myself sinking into depression, feeling trapped in fear, and unable to live fully. I shut myself off from the world, convinced that my life could end at any moment.
For so long, I let fear dictate my days. But then, something extraordinary happened. I felt God reveal to me why I’m still here: not just to share the good moments, but the difficult ones, too. I began to understand that the challenges we face aren’t meant to strip away our joy but to deepen our experience of life and help us see its true meaning.
Life isn’t defined by what tries to break us but by what helps us rise. We are fighters, every single one of us, and I believe we’re made that way by a Creator who knows our strength. The strength we hold within helps mend the cracks that life inevitably leaves behind.
My battle with cancer wasn’t the only hardship that threatened to break me, but through it all, I felt a call—a call to share the truths I’ve discovered along the way. Life leaves no one untouched; each of us encounters things we can’t control. Yet, I realized that despite a world filled with uncertainty, illness, and challenges, we are capable of a life that is truly fulfilling and purposeful.
I now dedicate my life to sharing this message with others. I reach out to organizations as a speaker, hoping to inspire anyone who may feel the same way I once did: lost, fearful, and wondering how to move forward. My message is simple but profound: we can find meaning, even amid our struggles, and use our experiences to support and uplift others.
To anyone reading this, please know: life is to be lived fully, no matter the hardships we face. Our purpose begins in the mind and heart, with the belief that each of us is here for a reason. That reason is to serve and to be a source of hope for others.
If you know of an event, especially during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I would be honored to share my story with those who need it. My life now feels complete knowing I can help others find hope. ~Anonymous
UUBCF’s Response:
Thank you for sharing your powerful story with us. At Uplifting Unity Breast Cancer Foundation, we believe that no one has to face this journey alone. By opening up and releasing your experiences, you remind others that they, too, can find support, strength, and connection. Reach out, share your story, and know that we’re here for you every step of the way.