{"product_id":"from-this-moment-on-isbn-9780812992243","title":"From This Moment On","description":"So, it's official. You've been diagnosed with cancer. And from this moment on your life will never\u003cbr\u003ebe the same. No matter how much others may wish to help, you alone must initiate the journey. This is the first step.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom This Moment On offers its hand to anyone dealing with cancer. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollowing a positive cancer diagnosis,you may feel overwhelmed and uncertain about the future.   From This Moment On walks you through the stages of illness, treatment, and recovery. It shows you how to accept and move through your anxiety or pain; to gain a sense of control; to find people who can help; and, most important, to decide how you want to live the rest of your life. \u003cbr\u003eOpen the book to any page and find something of value. Soak up its wisdom in an hour. Or return to it again and again for encouragement and solace. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom This Moment On will prove a calm and forthright companion on one of life's most challenging journeys. Cancer is an ordeal, but  it is also an opportunity. Exactly what kind of opportunity will be up to you.\"If you have been diagnosed with cancer this small book may save your life and will certainly save your sanity!\"\u003cbr\u003e--Dr. Susan Love, author of \u003ci\u003eDr. Susan Love's Breast Book\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I love this book! I wish it had been around while I was going through cancer. Open to any random page and you'll get something to inspire you, to challenge you to think a bit differently. I want to give this book to anyone diagnosed with cancer and anyone who loves someone who has it.\" \u003cbr\u003e--Julia Sweeney,  author of \u003ci\u003eGod Said, \"Ha!\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The right book for someone with a diagnosis of cancer, writtenby someone who has been there and knows what you need.Clear, comprehensive, and sensitive.\" \u003cbr\u003e--rabbi Harold Kushner,  author of\u003ci\u003e When Bad Things Happen to Good People\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This book is a spiritual and psychological safety net.  You will never regret reading it.\" \u003cbr\u003e--Caroline Myss, Ph.D., author of \u003ci\u003eAnatomy of the Spirit\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"From This Moment On is one of those rare books as sharp and clear as a diamond necklace: every word shines, every thought sparkles. Buy this book for a friend with cancer, but read it first yourself. Profoundly nourishing.\"\u003cbr\u003e --Susun s. Weed,  author of \u003ci\u003eBreast Cancer? Breast Health! The Wise Woman Way\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"From This Moment On contains valuable insights mingled with age-old truths; it can help educate and prepare people for the difficulties we all encounter.\" \u003cbr\u003e--Bernie Siegel, M.D.,   author of \u003ci\u003ePrescriptions for Living: Inspirational Lessons for a Joyful, Loving Life\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eArlene Cotter\u003c\/b\u003e is a designer and writer living in Vancouver, British Columbia. Diagnosed with acute non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in 1995, she has experienced treatment, remission, and recurrence.  Arlene considers herself a survivor of cancer\u003cbr\u003eand now lives a normal life.\u003cb\u003eFrom this Moment On\u003c\/b\u003e is a unique companion that encourages you to courageously confront issues of life and death. An extraordinary book of advice and inspiration, it is the cancer patient's best guide to reclaiming a sense of control over life. Vetted by more than eighty health-care professionals, FROM THIS MOMENT ON merges words and pictures to convey profound ideas in a simple and forthright manner--perfect for those dealing with the shock of a cancer diagnosis.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo, it's official. You've been diagnosed with cancer. This time it's not some family member, acquaintance, or celebrity--it's you. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLike it or not, you've joined the cancer movement. You're one of \"them.\" \u003cbr\u003eMore accurately, you're one of us. And from this moment on -- \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYour life will never be the same. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome things will be worse and some things will be better -- There will be many surprises but also discoveries. In the days ahead, you will find your own way to deal with your cancer diagnosis. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou are a living, breathing, thinking human being and cancer is only an illness. You'll be amazed at how quickly you can wrestle back some power for yourself by saying these words out loud \"How I respond to my cancer diagnosis is my choice.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGo ahead. Choose any response you're comfortable with. Cancer is an ordeal, but it is also an opportunity. Exactly what kind of opportunity will be all up to you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce you experience the benefits that come from good choices, you will instinctively start behaving in a manner that will make things better for you instead of worse. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the beginning, you may be desperate for human contact like companionship, hugs, and love. Touch, care, and other acts of loving kindness are immeasurable and precious gifts to receive. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDealing with chronic illness means dealing with constant challenge. This can be extremely stressful--even more stressful if you're not prepared. What's worse that being unprepared, is the fact that ignorance and avoidance will almost certainly harm you in the long run. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou have some important decisions ahead of you. The more you learn about cancer, the better prepared you will be to evaluate your options and make good decisions for your future. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an invitation to live the rest of your life, well. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou deserve kindness, compassion, care, dignity, times of despair, times of denial, and the freedom to live life--on your own terms--in your own way. You also deserve your birthright--access to the enormous well of personal power that is within you. We all have it. Some of us need to reclaim it. If you want to get well, the major contributing factor will be the power of your will. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the best results: Strive to be optimistic in your outlook, and project your health whenever you can. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe good news is that there's always hope that you will feel well again--lots of people do. If you look, you will find living proof .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFind someone who did the \"impossible.\" Rediscover nature, surround yourself with music, art, pets, people, and objects of love. Seek out mentors and coaches, support groups and heroes. Find people who will provide inspiration, and those who are willing to help you to fight for your health. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAsk around, you might be surprised to learn some of the remarkable things that people with cancer are doing with themselves in order to feel good. While \"feeling good\" is a process that takes some imagination and some ongoing effort, the results will speak for themselves. Amazing things can and do happen when health care professionals work closely with patients who are motivated to fight for their health, and who are willing to make the effort to do what's required. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe all have a different journey. But at the end of life, if you can claim peace within yourself, without being consumed by doubts, regrets and loneliness, you'll find that your life has meaning. That's what all this talk of healing is about--experiencing acceptance, peace, love, joy, and compassion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat's it.","brand":"Villard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46305417003237,"sku":"NP9780812992243","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780812992243.jpg?v=1767727757","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/from-this-moment-on-isbn-9780812992243","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}