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Share your story

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At LBBC, we understand the power of storytelling in fostering connections and support within our community. We invite individuals impacted by breast cancer — whether you’re a thriver, a caregiver, a family member, a friend, or a healthcare professional — to share your personal story with us.

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What we’re looking for

This year, we’re especially focused on themes that highlight the strength, wisdom, and authenticity that emerge through the breast cancer experience. In particular, we’re seeking stories that focus on:

Staying true to yourself

  • How did you maintain your sense of identity during or after treatment?
  • Were there moments when you had to assert your needs, boundaries, or preferences?
  • How did you prioritize self-care, joy, or personal values as you navigated your experience?
  • Did you take up any creative, spiritual, or personal practices that helped you feel more grounded or authentic?

Mental health and emotional well-being

  • How did you navigate mental health challenges related to your diagnosis or treatment?
  • What support or resources helped you maintain your mental wellness?
  • Did you experience anxiety, depression, or feelings of isolation, and how did you work through them?
  • Are there specific practices, routines, or strategies you use to support your emotional well-being today?

Informed and shared decision-making

  • How did you approach difficult treatment decisions?
  • Did you feel empowered to advocate for yourself or a loved one during medical appointments?
  • What role did your healthcare team, family, or community play in guiding your decisions?
  • Did you make a decision that went against the norm, but felt right for you? What happened next?

Why share your story?

By sharing your story, you’re helping others feel seen, supported, and inspired. Your experience could be the very thing someone else needs to hear at just the right moment.

Your journey can inspire hope, resilience, and community.

How to submit

Ready to submit? Fill out our submission form below.

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Want to learn more about sharing your story? Review our guidelines here.

Your story may be shared on our website, social media platforms, and/or newsletters. Together, let's make sure no one feels alone in their breast cancer journey.

Due to the high volume of submissions we receive, we might not be able to respond to every story individually. However, we carefully review each one to select a diverse range of experiences that represent different stages, diagnoses, and the many facets of a breast cancer journey. We learn from every story we receive, and they all help us create a more supportive community.

Thank you for being a part of our community!

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Living Beyond Breast Cancer is a national nonprofit organization that seeks to create a world that understands there is more than one way to have breast cancer. To fulfill its mission of providing trusted information and a community of support to those impacted by the disease, Living Beyond Breast Cancer offers on-demand emotional, practical, and evidence-based content. For over 30 years, the organization has remained committed to creating a culture of acceptance — where sharing the diversity of the lived experience of breast cancer fosters self-advocacy and hope. For more information, learn more about our programs and services.