She understood.
She had been there.
She knew.
Having someone to connect with who had walked through breast cancer treatment was a bit like seeing myself in the mirror. She knew the pain. She knew the waiting. She knew the struggle for a new normal, the sorrow at a disfigured body, the fatigue that seemed to take forever to dissipate.
I felt seen. Known. Heard.
Not Alone.
Having someone to connect with who had walked a similar road was so life-giving. Here are some organizations that provide one-on-one matches with a mentor who is a breast cancer survivor or thriver.
Firefly Sisterhood
Firefly Sisterhood provides free, personalized one-to-one support for women who have been impacted by a breast cancer diagnosis.
Faith Through Fire
“Our goal is simple. If you want to get better instead of bitter after a breast cancer diagnosis, we are here to help. Our programs and partnerships are specially designed to help you navigate breast cancer easier and improve your quality of life during and after treatment.”
