Wrestling With Cancer...and loving it!

The InVINCEable Foundation
  • 5.0 (2)
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Wrestling With Cancer ...and loving it! is a raw, radiant roadmap for anyone touched by pediatric cancer. Hosted by Scott Van Almen, Founder of The inVINCEable Foundation, and his inquisitive friend Ed Tomasi, we tackle the "mountains" of a diagnosis with an uplifting spirit. This isn't just for parents; it’s a guide for friends, family, and co-workers to learn how to truly engage and help—from emotional support to the missions of www.beinvinceable.org. Join us to discover how to find joy, strengthen bonds, and love your life and family fiercely, even through the hardest trials and adversity.

Episodes

  1. 6d ago

    Does A Therapist Text?

    We’re diving into a universal human experience that touches every single one of us at some point: how to truly support those walking through struggle, grief, and loss. We all want to be there for the people we care about, but it’s easy to get stuck saying the same old, well-meaning platitudes. Today, we’re moving past the standard clichés and exploring how to have deeper, more meaningful conversations that actually offer comfort and connection. In this episode, we explore: Rethinking Invincibility: Why vulnerability and presence matter more than being "strong."Ditching the Clichés: What to say (and what to avoid) when someone you love is hurting.The Art of Showing Up: Practical ways to offer deep, genuine support during times of struggle and loss.

    25 min

  2. May 20

    It's Not MY Loss!

    True invincibility isn't about being bulletproof—it’s about how we show up for each other when things get heavy. Life has a way of testing our strength, but some of the hardest moments aren't the ones we experience firsthand. They’re the moments we watch someone we love walk through the fire of grief, and we find ourselves completely at a loss for words. In this episode, we’re diving deep into a topic that touches every single one of us at some point: how to truly support those walking through struggle or loss. We often default to safe, rehearsed clichés because we're terrified of saying the wrong thing. But comfort doesn’t live in a Hallmark card. Today, we challenge the standard script and explore how to show up with genuine, messy, and unwavering presence.

    42 min

  3. May 18

    I'm Happy He Got Leukemia

    In this inspiring interview, Scott Van Almen shares his transformative journey through his son's leukemia diagnosis, the mindset shift that helped him cope, and the founding of the InVINCEable Foundation to support families facing pediatric cancer. Discover powerful insights on resilience, love, and community support that can change perspectives and lives.

    25 min
  • 3 Episodes

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Wrestling With Cancer ...and loving it! is a raw, radiant roadmap for anyone touched by pediatric cancer. Hosted by Scott Van Almen, Founder of The inVINCEable Foundation, and his inquisitive friend Ed Tomasi, we tackle the "mountains" of a diagnosis with an uplifting spirit. This isn't just for parents; it’s a guide for friends, family, and co-workers to learn how to truly engage and help—from emotional support to the missions of www.beinvinceable.org. Join us to discover how to find joy, strengthen bonds, and love your life and family fiercely, even through the hardest trials and adversity.

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  • Creator
    The InVINCEable Foundation
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
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