The diagnosis of breast cancer means a massive break in the lives of those affected and their relatives. Suddenly, the focus changes from the usual daily routine to fighting the disease. The task now is to understand the diagnosis, find the best treatment and master the strenuous and energy-sapping therapy. And then?
Cover image: Fictitious patient example
After active therapy, many affected women strive to practice more awareness and mindfulness of themselves and their health, increase their well-being, and reduce stress.
The nationwide campaign “Ich tu’s für mich” (I do it for me) offers women with breast cancer free virtual workshops to increase their well-being. In the one- to two-hour workshops, experienced speakers provide helpful information and everyday tips on topics such as how to deal with a changed appearance, as well as stress reduction, exercise and how to deal with anxiety and physical discomfort through mindfulness. The workshops also offer affected women from all over Switzerland the opportunity to share their experiences, ask questions, and exchange ideas and network with other participants.
Virtual workshops are offered in German, French and Italian. For more information for you and your patients, visit www.ichtusfuermich.ch, www.jelefaispourmoi.ch and www.lofaccioperme.ch.
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PROGRAM
Thursday, January 26, 2023, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
“Mindfulness in Everyday Life – Practical Exercises for Stress Management”
This workshop focuses on simple practical mindfulness practice and application in everyday life. Participants will learn to practice staying mindfully in the present moment and learn about different strategies that can help in coping with stressful situations. An exchange of experiences among the participants on various aspects of mindfulness will round off the workshop.
Workshop leader: Frederik Torhorst
Thursday, 02 February 2023, 09:30 – 11:00
“Feeling Beautiful Despite a Cancer Diagnosis – Makeup”
In this workshop offered by the “Look Good Feel Better” Foundation, you will receive recommendations on skin care and specific makeup tips on how to better deal with the visible traces of therapy. The workshops strengthen self-confidence and promote joie de vivre, so that you can once again feel completely comfortable and beautiful.
Leader of the workshop: Monika Santschi-Schnyder
This workshop is also available in French and Italian!
Thursday, 09 February 2023, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
“Breast Care Yoga for Women with Breast Cancer”
Breast Care Yoga is specifically designed for women with breast cancer. In the workshop you will receive a lot of information and instructions on how to perform valuable yoga exercises in everyday life. Gentle postures from Yin Yoga make it possible for every woman to assume the postures and experience the soothing and regenerating effect of the exercises. The powerful Yang sequences help strengthen the body, build energy and push the limits. In addition to the body, we train our mindfulness – so that we learn again to listen to the voice of our heart.
Yoga instructor Stefanie Costanzo draws on many years of professional experience as a nurse on the oncology ward and will leave you relaxed after an hour with exercises for everyday life that bring body, mind and soul into harmony.
Head of the workshop: Stefanie Costanzo
Monday, 20 February 2023, 09:30 – 11:00
“Feeling Beautiful Despite a Cancer Diagnosis – Headgear”
Losing hair due to therapy is a very stressful experience for most female patients. In this workshop offered by the “Look Good Feel Better” Foundation, you will receive recommendations on how to care for your scalp and hair, as well as specific tips on various head coverings. Our experienced course instructor Angiolina Berardelli-Barone will help you choose a hair replacement and show you how to use tube scarves and foulards in a variety of ways as a practical head covering. So that you can find the best solution for yourself to cope with hair loss with confidence.
Leader of the workshop: Angiolina Berardelli-Barone
This workshop is also available in Italian!
With the financial support of Pfizer AG, Zurich
PP-UNP-CHE-0519 Jan 2023
