When I was diagnosed with stage four breast cancer, I wanted to retire. The average prognosis was 3-5 years – you don’t have to be amazing at maths to figure out my line of thinking.
I get this – I need to work and progress toward something otherwise I feel like an inanimate object. And thank you so much for the shoutout for Leading Man.
Hey Laura, so feel you on this. I'm also happy when achieving and having a purpose! I feel like we're shamed for such wants a bit whereas there's a beauty of life and pleasure to be found in working towards something even though the end goal doesn't necessarily matter all that much! Thank you for sharing and your kind mention as well 🥹💗
Sending out positive vibes that docs find the right treatments, that you find the inspiration to keep generating aspirations, and that you are reminded all the time that youare here and matter. Sending prayers for your health and happiness!
Excellent write up... as someone that struggles with. a chronic illness I understand finding purpose . A purpose drive life is a great book. But I personally think you should come out with. a book to. One team :)
What a very honest, and personal article. I think it’s true that work gives a real sense of purpose and for many, including myself , it forms part of one’s identity. Thanks so much for sharing. I’m really interested to hear about the food magazine job too, well done!
Laura, this really moved me (as do most your posts). You were always such a tenaciously driven, hardworker when we met in that (oh so glamorous) Crawley office. I'm pleased to hear the fruits of your labour are bringing you satisfaction amid all the absolute bullshit that cancer has thrown at you.
I sometimes daydream about not working anymore but hadnt stopped to be grateful that it's just an abstract, idle daydream rather than the reality some people are forced to accept for health reasons.
I get this – I need to work and progress toward something otherwise I feel like an inanimate object. And thank you so much for the shoutout for Leading Man.
You're welcome, Justin, it's an incredible book. And yes, I guess everyone can relate, cancer or no cancer!
Thank you for writing this. Praying over you and your treatment during this season!
Hey Laura, so feel you on this. I'm also happy when achieving and having a purpose! I feel like we're shamed for such wants a bit whereas there's a beauty of life and pleasure to be found in working towards something even though the end goal doesn't necessarily matter all that much! Thank you for sharing and your kind mention as well 🥹💗
Sending out positive vibes that docs find the right treatments, that you find the inspiration to keep generating aspirations, and that you are reminded all the time that youare here and matter. Sending prayers for your health and happiness!
Inspirational.
Beautiful photo of you Laura. Xx
Excellent write up... as someone that struggles with. a chronic illness I understand finding purpose . A purpose drive life is a great book. But I personally think you should come out with. a book to. One team :)
What a very honest, and personal article. I think it’s true that work gives a real sense of purpose and for many, including myself , it forms part of one’s identity. Thanks so much for sharing. I’m really interested to hear about the food magazine job too, well done!
Laura, this really moved me (as do most your posts). You were always such a tenaciously driven, hardworker when we met in that (oh so glamorous) Crawley office. I'm pleased to hear the fruits of your labour are bringing you satisfaction amid all the absolute bullshit that cancer has thrown at you.
I sometimes daydream about not working anymore but hadnt stopped to be grateful that it's just an abstract, idle daydream rather than the reality some people are forced to accept for health reasons.
Big respect, big hug and lots of love
Ruth, you should write my CV for me next time! Thanks so much lovely, really happy it moved you xx