When someone is diagnosed with cancer, they often receive an initial outpouring of support. But that support may fade as they get further along in their cancer journey. And yet the need for it doesn't.
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Improving productivity & health outcomes through science-backed behavior change – one Microstep at a time.
- The next time you have a negative thought, take a moment to pause and simply recognize it for what it is: just a thought. That’s the first step in stopping a negative thought pattern in its tracks.
- This reframing can help you let go of perfectionist tendencies and remind yourself that effort is worth celebrating whether you fully achieve your goal or not.
- You may hunch your shoulders, clench your fists, or hold tension in another part of your body when you’re busy or stressed. Regularly pausing to adjust your body and release this tension can help you feel physically and mentally better.
- Divide your to-do list into two columns: “critical” and “can wait.” Then, prioritize accordingly. Relentless prioritization means being intentional about how we spend our time — including what we choose not to do.
