Meet Emilee, her mom has cancer.

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Summary:

In this episode, host Carole Leathem interviews Emilee Kurt, whose mother is battling cancer.

Emilee shares her experience of her mother's cancer diagnosis and the impact it has had on her life.

She discusses the initial shock and the journey of navigating treatments and seeking second opinions.

Emilee emphasizes the importance of self-care and finding support from friends and community.

She also highlights the significance of facing the reality of death and finding hope in eternity.

Overall, the conversation provides insights into the challenges and lessons learned in caring for a loved one with cancer.

Takeaways:

Cancer diagnosis can be a shock and it is important to navigate treatments and seek second opinions.

Self-care is crucial when caring for a loved one with cancer, and it includes therapy, coaching, and prioritizing spiritual and emotional well-being.

Finding support from friends and community is essential, and it may involve redefining relationships and asking for specific needs to be met.

Facing the reality of death and finding hope in eternity can provide perspective and strength during the caregiving journey.

"Figure out what you need and then be able to ask, verbally ask your friends for what you need."

"Eternity is real and it doesn't mean that you're not facing the truth of death. It actually eclipses you for facing it."

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

02:20 Meeting Emily Kurt

04:12 Initial Thoughts and Feelings

07:34 Supporting and Caring for Her Mom

09:24 Seeking Second Opinions

12:39 Being Present and Supporting Loved Ones

15:23 Taking Care of Herself

25:26 Asking for What You Need

29:30 Lessons Learned and Finding Hope

33:42 Prioritizing Time with the Lord

35:28 Closing Remarks

Connect with Emilee:

Website: https://www.emileekurt.com/

Connect with Carole:

Website - https://www.thecaretakersjourney.com/

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