2/21/26 S12 E1575 - SHARIANN TOM - "THE CALL OF CANCER"

2/21/26 S12 E1575 - SHARIANN TOM - "THE CALL OF CANCER"

American Medicine Today - Radio

Shariann Tom shares her journey through five bouts of cancer and how it led her to create 'The Cancer Journey Institute' to support others emotionally and mentally.

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9:4721 Feb 2026

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Finding Strength: Shariann Tom's Cancer Journey

Episode Overview

  • Facing cancer with a coach offers emotional and mental support.
  • Life coaching can energise and transform during treatment.
  • 'The Cancer Journey Institute' supports patients and caregivers.
  • Focus on what you can control to conserve energy.
  • Tools for coping with cancer are also applicable to daily life.
"When you get that message of, well, I'm sorry, but you have cancer, you don't hear anything anymore."

What drives someone to seek a life beyond the shadow of cancer? Shariann Tom, a survivor of five cancer battles, shares her transformative journey in this engaging episode. At 38, Shariann faced the daunting news of her first cancer diagnosis while raising young children. The emotional turmoil was immense, but her resolve to be there for her kids led her to discover the importance of a cancer coach.

Shariann's experience revealed a gap in traditional cancer care, which often focuses on the physical rather than the emotional and mental aspects. Through a chance encounter with a life coaching class during chemotherapy, Shariann found a renewed sense of purpose and energy. This pivotal moment inspired her to create 'The Cancer Journey Institute', a movement dedicated to supporting cancer patients, caregivers, and survivors.

She emphasises the power of having someone who truly understands the path you're on, advocating for emotional and mental support alongside medical treatment. Shariann introduces listeners to practical tools like the 'can and cannot control' exercise, encouraging individuals to focus their energy on what they can change. Her story is not just for those facing cancer; it's a reminder that life's challenges can be met with resilience and support.

As she shares her insights, Shariann's journey becomes a beacon of hope and inspiration for anyone facing adversity. So, how do you turn a life-altering diagnosis into a catalyst for positive change? Tune in to find out how Shariann Tom found strength in vulnerability and community.

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