Living alongside uncertainty: a conversation with Dr Clare Jacobson and Dr Zainab Noor

Hear our conversation with Dr Clare Jacobson and Dr Zainab Noor, as we put the questions you, the ovarian cancer community, told us you wanted to hear more about. From feeling vulnerable at the end of treatment, to living with the fear of recurrence, and communicating with loved ones; we hope you’ll come away from the session feeling more informed and supported as you navigate uncertain moments. Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction 2:35 - How best to cope with feeling vulnerable after finishing treatment? 10:57 - Why do we struggle with uncertainty? 14:01 - How can we live with uncertainty and the anxiety it can bring? 16:09 - How to cope not knowing what's going on inside our body? 20:58 - Any tips for living with the fear of recurrence – not knowing if it will, or when, it might come back? 26:58 - How to navigate conversations with friends and family who have their own questions and anxieties - especially children? 33:37 - Day to day strategies or techniques for managing stress and anxiety 38:50 - Where can we access support to help us cope? 41:12 - What kind of strength is possible when we stop waiting for certainty? 46:07 – Closing comments Please find more about Dr Clare Jacobson's work here: https://drclarejacobson.co.uk/ and on Instagram: @drclarejacobson. Please find more about Dr Zainab Noor's work here: https://www.cancerpsychologycollectiv.... Find out about our upcoming digital support events and how to register to join us: https://targetovariancancer.org.uk/di... You can also find more information about our wellbeing and information events in the Ovarian Cancer Community, our kind, supportive group for everyone affected by ovarian cancer, including friends and family. Join today to find strength and community from people who understand what you’re going through:   / ovariancancercommunity