I realise that some opinions I possess could be a bit controversial and not particularly mainstream. This approach could be isolating. That's why it is nice, once in a while, to discover individuals who share certain views. Such a moment happened when I came across Dr. Gabor Maté. He mainly focuses on addictions and child … Continue reading You cannot separate the mind from the body
Cancer
Why have national media platforms ignored my story?
My former work, Brain Tumour Research, has recently updated my story. You can read the full length here. People at the charity were heartbroken and said they wanted to go national with the story as it was strong, turbulent and impactful. I thought if it could raise awareness, perfect and I agreed to proceed. When … Continue reading Why have national media platforms ignored my story?
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 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?
Things you should say to a brain tumour patient
Due to a popular demand: What tumour do you have and what part of your brain?When were you diagnosed?Where were you diagnosed?What symptoms, side effects do you experience?Did it change your view on religion?What should people talk about more?What can you do?What would be the best way to help you?What has changed?What was the toughest … Continue reading Things you should say to a brain tumour patient
Things you shouldn’t say to a brain tumour patient
I do realise that everyone is different and what might bother me could be fine with you and vice versa. Hence, this is my list. The best strategy is to effectively communicate and ask what would the person like. There is never anything wrong with asking. Ohhhh brain cancer, that's a horrible thing to have. … Continue reading Things you shouldn’t say to a brain tumour patient
Anna's Brainstorm 