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The Power of Letting Go of What You Can’t Control

Posted on April 3, 2019

"Life is too short. I can't control everything in my life. Trying to is exhausting!!"
- Member of MyLeukemiaTeam


When first faced with a leukemia diagnosis, a common fear is a lack of control over our health. How could our bodies betray us? How do we grab the reins back and fix the situation? Living with a chronic disease forces us to recognize what we can and cannot control.

Members on MyLeukemiaTeam have various strategies for letting go of control and fear, including:

  • Using guided imagery to visualize letting go
  • Opening up and trusting others
  • Organizing or cleaning the house
  • Reaching out for support from other members on MyLeukemiaTeam

Have you had moments of letting go just when you needed it most? What helps you let go of things out of your control? Share in the comments below or directly on MyLeukemiaTeam.com.

Posted on April 3, 2019

A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

That's great idea I'm going to use that

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