New Episode: The Cancer Caregiver Podcast
The Escape Plan Every Cancer Caregiver Needs
A simple but powerful strategy to break free from scanxiety before and after medical visits.
Scanxiety is real...and it’s exhausting!
You finally catch your breath, and suddenly, another medical appointment looms, stealing your peace. If this cycle sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
That’s why I created the ESCAPE Plan, a tool designed to help caregivers like you break free from the anxiety spiral.
ESCAPE stands for:
Engage your senses – Find comfort through touch, sound, scent, or sight.
Shift your focus – Distract your mind with puzzles, sorting, or simple tasks.
Create something – Tap into creativity for a sense of accomplishment.
Activate your body – Use movement to shift your emotional state.
Play with purpose – Lean into joy through small moments of fun.
Express through art – Use music, writing, or crafts to release emotions.
The key? Finding one thing that actually works for YOU. Not what should work, but what truly helps you breathe easier and feel grounded.
Take a moment today—what’s the one escape tool you’d actually try? Write it down. Say it out loud. And, if you’re feeling bold, hit reply and tell me. I’d love to hear what works for you.
Need more support? Listen to this week’s episode and learn more about the ESCAPE plan and start putting yours together today.
[Listen to the full episode here]