Cancer Survivors, Caregivers Share Their Mantras That Helped Them Persevere

Going through cancer can be extremely difficult, so sometimes patients, survivors or caregivers turn to a mantra or inspirational quote to get them through their toughest days.

In a recent #CUREConnect question on social media, we asked our audience, “Do you have a mantra or inspirational quote that helped you through cancer?”

Here is what our readers had to say.

Trust the Process and Stay Optimistic

We asked our audience if they had a quote or mantra that helped them through the cancer experience.

“Strength is what we gain from the madness we survive.” — Jennifer B.

“All will be well.” — Mary B.

“Where you are right now is not where you end up. You are on a journey.” — Ann Marie

“My girl’s (mantra) was, ‘I can do hard things.’ It’s now a tattoo above her port scar.” — Debbie Legault, a CURE® contributor and mother to a breast cancer survivor.

“Trust the process.” — Bekah M.

“I read this quote during my cancer treatment and I said it every day. Still do, five years later. ‘It is essential to remain positive and hopeful.’” — Instagram user cmmrubin

“#moresunnydays Because living with cancer is all about counting your sunny days 🌞#cervivor” — Carol L.

“(I’m) still going through my chemo journey. Every morning and every night, I say to myself, ‘I trust the process of life to take care of me.’ I also say, ‘I am going to live!’” — Francesca P.

“The best way out is always through!” — Instagram user, Officeassistplus

Finding Hope in Religion

“God has got this.” — Sharron Hughes

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. (Philippians 4:14)” — Leona W.

Inspiration From Other Media, Rituals

“I read the book ‘The Silver Lining’ by Hollye Jacobs (RN, MSW, and breast cancer survivor). Hollye's account was inspirational, and I continue to follow this quote, ‘Find a silver lining every day, regardless of how small.’” — Leona W.

“I had music, fight song, and lemongrass as a smell for a sense of calm and energy.” — Tamera Anderson Hanna, a breast cancer survivor and CURE® contributor.

For more news on cancer updates, research and education, don’t forget to subscribe to CURE®’s newsletters here.