i-Thrive!
By tambre on May 12, 2010
WELCOME!! Have you considered the possibility that no matter what circumstances you are facing, including the challenge of cancer, you have the right to lead an extraordinary life? What if there was a process to help you create this for yourself? Are you ready for more? Scroll down to read my twice a week blog or click here to… Continue reading “i-Thrive!”
Posted in Transitions
The Healing Power of Helping Others
By tambre on February 3, 2012
In Tuesday’s blog post, Jean shared her story of what inspired her to create a cream that would protect her skin during radiation. Taking a product like Jeans Creme to market is no easy task but Jean’s tenacity and vision for helping others helped her make it happen.
What were some of the challenges you faced?
I had no experience in developing a homemade recipe into a commercial product and did not know anyone else who had any idea of how to get something like this started. I needed to have the product developed into a version that would be pleasant and remain effective. Continue reading “The Healing Power of Helping Others”
Posted in Cancer Survivorship | Tagged cancer survivor story, inspiration, Jeans Creme, making a difference, radiation burns, skin care for cancer, surviving cancer | 2 Responses
A Healing Salve, A Story of Hope
By tambre on January 31, 2012
I love featuring stories of people who have faced the challenge of cancer and created a way to make a difference for others out of the experience. One such woman is Jean, the creator and owner of Jeans Cream, and a two-time breast cancer survivor.
Cancer is very personal to her and her daughter Lexi as Jean’s husband died of cancer a decade ago. Today I have the honor of featuring an interview with Jean.
As a family, you demonstrate a commitment to and caring for the cancer community and strive to support them so many ways. I was wondering if you could share a bit about your personal experience with cancer.
The diagnosis of breast cancer is such a traumatic event and the treatment that was recommended for me was tri-fold, starting with surgery, followed by chemotherapy and finally radiation. Before beginning radiation, I was required to meet with a nurse to discuss the treatment and go over possible side effects. It was brought to my attention that my skin would probably suffer from radiation burns.
When I asked what I could use to prevent the burns or at least minimize dam age during radiation, I was told there really wasn’t a product she could recommend. She advised me to go to the store and look for a moisturizer.
What inspired you to create Jeans Cream?
Personally, I felt abandoned and isolated by the lack of good products for someone going through the ordeal of radiation. I felt compelled to create something for myself that would get me through my treatment with my skin in the best shape possible.
How did you get started?
I did some research and together with my own knowledge of the benefits of certain vitamins and plants on the skin, I created a cream I could use during my radiation. Upon completion, the doctors were very impressed by how well my skin held up during treatment. In particular, one of my doctors said that there was a real need for a quality cream for use during radiation, and she encouraged me to ‘get it out there’.
Check back this Friday to read “The Healing Power of Helping Others” on the challenges Jean had to overcome to make her vision a reality and how helping others served as its own healing salve for Jean in her recovery from cancer and the loss of her husband.
Posted in Cancer Survivorship | 11 Responses
What Are You Tolerating?
By tambre on January 29, 2012
This weekend, I’m supporting coaches in training as they complete their final module and prepare to launch their careers. It is not only an honor but also a great opportunity to be present again to the powerful material of iPEC’s Core Energy Leadership paradigm.
One of the coaching questions I was reminded of was asking yourself “what are you currently tolerating in life?” It’s like pulling back the drapes or opening the trap door to the attic. Continue reading “What Are You Tolerating?”
Posted in Cancer Survivorship, Caregiver Coaching | Tagged coping, coping mechanisms, i-Thrive!, making due, settling, thriving, tolerating | 6 Responses
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