Balancing Life With Cancer: Creating Boundaries for Patients, Caregivers and Loved Ones   “Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves, even when we risk disappointing others.” -Brené Brown   

It’s often challenging to focus inward when it comes to priorities. From family to work to friends, and even pets, it is all too easy to put ourselves on the back burner. Yet research shows there is great importance—and benefits—to putting ourselves first when it comes to our physical and mental health.   Setting personal boundaries and priorities are practices that include changing our mindset about not only what we say “no” to, but also “yes.”   

This month, we welcome back licensed clinical social worker, Roslyn Turner, to discuss how to set clear boundaries for ourselves and others. Whether you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, are a caregiver, or are supporting a loved one with cancer, setting boundaries can help all involved. Roslyn will share:   

· What creating boundaries look like, and why its an important habit   

· Tips to setting boundaries with family, friends and work   

· How to say “no” so you can focus on what really matters   

About the Speaker: Roslyn Turner, LCSW (Outpatient Oncology Social Worker)   

Roslyn Turner is a licensed clinical social worker with Illness Navigation Resources. She received her bachelor's degree in communication from Lake Forest College and her master's degree in social work from Loyola University Chicago. While her specialization is working with patients and their families dealing with a cancer diagnosis, she is passionate about helping all individuals facing medical challenges and more general life stressors and transitions.    

Her focus is helping individuals and caregivers navigate the complex practical and emotional concerns that come with a medical diagnosis and has extensive knowledge of additional resources for oncology patients and families. She also has experience facilitating oncology support groups.   

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