L.A.N.D Week 8 | stop-cancer

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Week 8

Letter to Self – No Postage Required. (Chapter 12)

This week, we wrap up by writing a heartfelt letter to our future selves. This act serves as a healing process and celebrates new beginnings, encouraging us to embrace living a new day and new experiences beyond cancer.

NOTE FROM AUTHOR

About midway through my chemotherapy, I attended a workshop where we wrote letters to ourselves. The topic was, “where do you see yourself one year from now?” I was the only one in the room with cancer. I was in treatment and didn’t know what my future held. I was bald. I still had to face radiation and future surgeries.

I will never forget the feeling I had when I read that letter months later. Here are my takeaways from my letter.

Gratitude: Take a moment to recognize and appreciate the progress you’ve made and the challenges you have overcome.
Envisioning the Future: Although the future holds uncertainty, dare to dream about the life you genuinely desire.
Appreciation: Concentrate on the positive elements of your current life and treasure them.
Reflection: Spend some time revisiting past experiences, acknowledging how they have shaped your path and inspired your goals.
Achievements: Recall the significant milestones you’ve reached throughout your journey.
Hope: Consider what you want your future self to carry forward from this moment, along with the aspirations you wish to cultivate, regardless of what lies ahead

REFLECTION TIME

Now it’s your turn. I suggest turning on your CD and play “The Water is Wide” or any music that will help open your heart. Write a letter to your future self. Be very detailed when envisioning your future.