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Podcast: Your Intended Message
Episode: Communication Lessons from Cancer Survivor: Deb Krier
Description: What to Say (and Not Say) to Someone Facing a Health Crisis
Navigating Tough Conversations: Lessons from a Cancer Warrior
Episode 246 (Deb is based in Atlanta, Georgia
In this conversation we explore:
How to communicate effectively during a personal crisis
The challenges of sharing personal health struggles with others
Why specificity in communication leads to better support
How to support someone facing a serious illness in a meaningful way
The role of humor in dealing with difficult situations
How to advocate for yourself in the medical system
The common mistakes people make when trying to offer...