Is the reason I got cancer because of fate, punishment...or is it just part of the human experience? Show Notes How people receive a cancer diagnosis is variable. Their reactions can range from anxiety, fear, and depression to feelings of guilt. They may feel cancer is a punishment for past actions or failure to practice a healthy lifestyle. This week we dive into these emotional reactions. Our guest Dr. Jeanna Ford shares cultural perspectives on cancer and how people such as veterans may have self-blame. For example, thinking cancer is a punishment for something they did in the Vietnam War. Learn how Dr. Ford helps them through these feelings. In this Episode: 01:50 - Celebration of our 250th Podcast! 02:35 - Recipe of the Week: Cincinnati Chili 03:57 - How Did Valentine's Day Start? 06:41 - Why Do I Have Cancer? Views 07:07 - Is Cancer Just Kismet - or Fate? 08:18 - Some View Cancer as a Gift 09:23 - Cancer Viewed as Punishment or Bad Karma 11:58 - How Shame and Stigma Affect Us 15:13 - Dr. Jeanna Ford: Self Blame for Cancer Common in Indigenous Communities and for Veterans 29:44 - Outro Support the show Get show notes and resources at our website: every1dies.org . Facebook | Instagram | YouTube |
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