There are things I don't like. Heights for example. I wouldn't go swimming in a deep sea either. I worry about falling. I fell many times. It is uncomfortable, painful and dumps your confidence. But, I do believe, my past experience changed the way I perceive threads. I still worry how is my condition affecting … Continue reading What do I fear?
My diagnosis
Founding a brain tumour organisation
I have been extremely lucky. Since opening up about the tumour, I worked with others affected by the disease and was able to become part of a community. In the UK, there are many charities helping the cause and bringing people together. Since returning to the Czech Republic, I've been missing such a group. We … Continue reading Founding a brain tumour organisation
Why I am not fighting with my cancer
There are people who name their tumour, those who keep their radiotherapy masks and beat their cancers. I am not one of them and I will tell you why. First of all, I don't name my tumour. I'd never judge those who do but I simply cannot. There just ain't the right name that would … Continue reading Why I am not fighting with my cancer
Why I no longer do keto?
I don't like the word DIET. I have never been on any to loose weight and I'm not planning to do so. However, I did try a number of different things to control the diagnosis. Long story short, I came across keto, and started doing it properly in January 2019. I significantly reduced carbs, cut … Continue reading Why I no longer do keto?
My most read articles
The year is coming to an end and I thought of compiling a list of my top visited posts. Some make sense, others not so much. Find out for yourself: 1. Finding the courage It's my very first article about the brain tumour and even after all these years, I don't think it's embarrassing ... … Continue reading My most read articles
Why is having an abortion one of the best decisions I’ve made?
For some time I wasn't sure whether I should write this article. Some might think it isn't linked to my diagnosis and is private. But events in Poland and southern U.S. make my blood boil hence I decided to share my story. It was 2015, I just finished my university degree. My period was late … Continue reading Why is having an abortion one of the best decisions I’ve made?
Why am I doing this? / Proč?
So I have recently been on Czech national news, twice, talking about brain tumours. You can enjoy the longer version here: https://www.ceskatelevize.cz/porady/10101491767-studio-ct24/221411058031109/ Starts from 8:00 Some people might ask why I am doing this. Do I want to become famous? (hahaha) Last Summer (2020), I almost died. In other words, the radiotherapy would kill me … Continue reading Why am I doing this? / Proč?
Život a jeho konec – nová episoda
Podcast v Češtině. Anna mluví se zdravotní sestrou o životě, jeho krásách a paliativní medicíně. https://www.youtube.com/embed/34E5ZbyteVU?start=7
Optimist/pessimist: why does it matter?
There are two types of people. Those who pee while having a shower and those who lie about it. Equally, there are two types of outlook on life. One that sees life as a great miracle, obstacles as a way to learn and to find new paths. And then those who think we are all … Continue reading Optimist/pessimist: why does it matter?
It’s just a ponytail…
Disclaimer: I didn't find it horrible when I was losing hair during radiotherapy. Equally, I wasn't particularly bothered when a nurse shaved my head before the surgery. BUT Today, I put hair in a ponytail. First time in more than a year. It was quite emotional not because the bloody hair won't finally fall into … Continue reading It’s just a ponytail…
Anna's Brainstorm 