Today, my subject is “New Normal” and no I am not referring to the sitcom. New Normal is often talked about upon one finishing Cancer treatment, implying a lifestyle change. I didn’t experience a life changing impact however I had a perspective change.
When I was diagnosed, my chance of survival was roughly 80% as told by my doctors. Each round of treatment felt like a 'Game of Chance’ because there is no guarantee on the outcome. I was prescribe with 10 rounds or chemotherapy and by the 2nd round, this game got me thinking and somehow started to alter my value system and my being.
Not that I dislike everyone’s attention at the time but I concluded it was less about me but more about everything else such as family, friends, pets and even the environment. I realized I want to preserve the best of them all because I am nothing without them. I valued their presence and they deserved my praise and gallantry. I believe a bit of simplicity and honesty can be refreshing and by recognizing what was important to me, the 'Game of Chance' began to transform to my recovery plan.
What is it that you want to preserve?