A meaningful milestone: an early invitation into my free breast cancer self-care “starter kit.” In this week’s Chronicle, I share why I created it, who it’s for, and how it’s meant to support the often-overlooked “after” part of a breast cancer experience.

In moments of collective pain and personal overwhelm, it can be hard to know where to place our energy — or whether what we offer is enough. This reflection explores the intersection of illness, humanity, and giving, and shares a simple practice that has helped me reconnect with hope when the world feels too heavy.

Feeling rushed into medical decisions or unsure if your care truly fits? This reflection explores why second opinions are always allowed — and how they can restore clarity, confidence, and agency in your health care.

A look ahead at what’s coming this spring at As We Are Now — from new survivorship resources to body-based self-care offerings — and the deeper “why” behind this next chapter of my work.

A solstice reflection on rest, resilience, and choosing light in a heavy world—plus a gentle sign-off as I take a brief winter pause before returning in January.

Your body’s year-end review — minus the charts, stats, and pressure to “do more.” This reflection invites you to look back at the year through a body-based lens, focusing on what eased you, what changed you, and what creating more space makes possible. No resolutions required — just honest reflection on your own timing.

My holiday gift guide: survivor-owned favorites, body-care tools I trust, and a few offerings from me that make beautiful, meaningful gifts for someone in breast cancer land (including yourself).

A Giving Tuesday special edition featuring Maria’s powerful healing story—and how the Pay It Forward fund helped make her care possible. This issue explores community, accessibility, and what happens when generosity turns into real transformation.

What we remember, what we forget, and why cancer dates often land differently—plus permission to mark them (or not) in your own way.

Daylight Saving may snap your clocks into place, but your body? It does not care. This cozy, honest edition of the Sunday Self-Care Chronicles dives into seasonality, winter fatigue, and practical ways to support your post-cancer body when everything feels darker, colder, and slower.

The “Best Of” self-care series finale brings it all home with hands-on tools and simple refresh ideas for body-based self-care. Perfect timing for a year-end reset—or anytime you need a little extra comfort and clarity.

Part two of the “Best Of” series explores how your self-care needs shift through every stage of recovery—from diagnosis to long-term survivorship. Learn how to meet yourself where you are and tailor your care to fit your season.

Part one of a “Best Of” series lays the foundation for real self-care after breast cancer—redefining what “normal” means now and how to design it for yourself. Includes two free tools to help you reconnect with your body and your needs.