Staying Positive with Ovarian Cancer

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Ruth Gaylord Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian Cancer Survivor.

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How much credence do you put into the notion of maintaining a positive attitude?

I put 100% credence it having a positive attitude. It motivates me in my choices all day. It gives me the energy to do the things I chose to do. When I am tired, especially the week after chemo, I need to hang onto the positive attitude to give me energy.

What do you do to get through the difficult days?

On difficult days I give myself permission to be kind to myself and let go of expectations that I will accomplish much of the tasks I may have planned. 

What is the driving force that keeps you moving forward?

My spiritual life keeps moving forward, though it may seem that I don't make much of a move. I try to read, pray, and spend silent time being kind to my body and thankful in my spirit.