Created by survivor, for survivors.
When I was first diagnosed, I was so naive, thinking that once the treatment was over, my life would seamlessly return to normal. Little did I know that "normal" would be redefined.
When we talk about cancer, the conversation often focuses on diagnosis and treatment. But there's a hidden crisis happening in survivorship that deserves equal attention.
My own experience illustrates this reality.
After I finished active treatment, my partner left me because he couldn't adjust to our changed intimacy – reflecting why women with cancer face separation rates seven times higher than male patients.
I secured a new job, but was laid off during probation because my employer didn't understand "chemo brain" affects 23% of survivors. They expected me to perform like someone without disabilities.
Like 75% of survivors, I struggled with my self-image.
Surgical scars, reconstruction, weight changes, and premature aging profoundly impacted how I saw myself. This isn't vanity – it's about reconciling with a fundamentally different body.
I experienced multiple menopause side effects – part of the induced menopause affecting 61% of women after chemotherapy. For younger survivors, this means instant hot flashes, night sweats, incontinence, and often sudden infertility.
I also have PTSD, like 80% of survivors – not just anxiety before follow-ups, but flashbacks, intrusive thoughts, and debilitating fear that persists years after treatment ends.
As you can see, the impact of cancer goes far beyond the physical realm; it reshaps relationships, sense of self, and acceptance of the new person we became.
I know that there are many women out there who are like me - trying to make sense of their life after the diagnosis.
That’s why I created Spark&Heal
A supportive and welcoming place where each woman affected by breast cancer, regardless of the stage of her journey, can find essential tools and resources to embrace her new normal and truly thrive in her life moving forward.
Vision
Our vision is to create a world where everyone has access to the resources and support they need to achieve optimal wellness. We envision a future where holistic health practices are embraced by all, fostering a global community that values mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Mission
At Spark&Heal, our mission is to empower individuals on their journey to holistic well-being through innovative tools, resources, and supportive community engagement. We strive to inspire personal growth and healing while promoting a balanced lifestyle that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit.
