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I’m Not The Perfect Cancer Survivor. But I’ve Learned to Live With That.
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I’m Not The Perfect Cancer Survivor. But I’ve Learned to Live With That.

Years after successfully surviving a malignant brain tumor, I still feel guilty for not being the hyper-athletic, diet-conscious superhero we’re told every survivor should be.

Adam Bessie, Gayle Sulil, & Marc Parenteau
Feb 16, 2017
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