Patti McGee

I’ve lived 22 years beyond my breast cancer diagnosis, and each day I honor survival with gratitude, wellness, and hope for myself and others.

Cancer taught me to embrace life’s seasons, finding hope, joy, and gratitude in each chapter, no matter the struggles I face.

When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, I found strength, support, and hope through friendship and community that carried me through the hardest moments.

August is World Cancer Support month, and a time to honor the quiet strength of caregivers and the communities that lift them up.

During my breast cancer journey, my sister Kelly’s love and support — especially the day she shaved my head — gave me strength, comfort, and control.

After my cancer diagnosis, I built a strong medical team and support system that helped me heal; reaching out and accepting help made all the difference.

Cancer changed my life and inspired me to guide other women in healing, self-love and rediscovering their strength through massage and coaching.

I found a lump and was shocked to learn it was breast cancer, but over 22 years I’ve learned healing takes time, asking for help is strength, and hope grows.

Joining support groups after cancer treatment helped me heal emotionally, connect with others who understood and embrace a new, meaningful normal.

I’m 22 years out from breast cancer and forever grateful for the nurses who gave me not just treatment but friendship, laughter and a community of hope.

I hated the way that hormone drugs made me feel, so I spoke with my loved ones and oncology team and made the difficult decision to stop.

At first I was skeptical about how meditation and breathing techniques could help me with fear of cancer recurrence. But once I started practicing, I noticed a difference in my anxiety.

After undergoing a partial mastectomy, scar tissue caused pain and stiffness. Then, I found a simple exercise that helped immensely.

Brest cancer treatment was a scary experience, but thankfully a survivorship support group helped me heal.

It’s been 20 years since my cancer diagnosis, and in that time, I’ve changed significantly.