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When fear is loud, it can help to stop trying to push it away and instead begin by noticing it with compassion. Naming fear can make it less overwhelming. Instead of “I am terrified,” try, “Fear is here right now.” That small shift creates space between you and the emotion. From there, we can choose small, steady practices that remind the body and mind that we are not alone and that we do have ways to care for ourselves in this moment.

Harnessing the power of the mind may not be easy, but it is something everyone can learn to do. Once you catch yourself—and that is the key, catching the thought—you can decide to think or believe something better.

A cancer diagnosis often invites us to make meaningful changes in how we live, care for ourselves, and spend our energy. Yet recognizing the need for change is only the beginning. The more challenging—and often more important—work is discerning what changes will truly support our healing and then finding a sustainable way to begin.