<p>**Warning this episode by it's very nature, discusses operations, recovery and wounds in graphic detail, there may be a few swears in there too so I'm marking it explicit**</p><br><p>In the first episode, Suzi invites cancer survivor Dan to tell his story: a life-altering diagnosis, surgery, and the physical and emotional challenges of recovery. They discuss the resilience required to embrace scars, and the importance of hope, humour and support along the way. Dan also reads a letter he has written - especially for this podcast - to his scars.</p><br><p>Takeaways</p><br><p>00:00 Introduction to Scars and Stories</p><p>01:40 Dan's Tumor Diagnosis and Initial Reactions</p><p>04:59 The Surgery and Its Aftermath</p><p>10:12 The Journey of Recovery and Acceptance</p><p>16:20 Finding Humor in the Healing Process</p><p>19:51 The Impact of Scars on Relationships</p><p>24:54 Transforming Scars into Symbols of Hope</p><p>27:50 Advice for Others Facing Similar Challenges</p><p>28:08 Conclusion and Reflection on Self-Love</p><br><p><strong>About <em>The Scars</em></strong></p><p><em>The Scars</em> podcast is a space for conversations about resilience, acceptance, and overcoming life’s obstacles. The show aims to empower listeners to find strength and beauty in their differences while building a supportive and understanding community.</p><br><p>If you want to share the story of your scars you can contact me at <a href="suzi@storypublishing.co.uk&nbsp;&nbsp;" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">suzi@storypublishing.co.uk&nbsp;&nbsp;</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_scars_podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Scars podcast </a>is also on Instagram come find me there.</p><br><p>You can find Dan here: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dan_defiantly_disfigured/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">dan_defiantly_disfigured</a> Instagram</p><br><p>For support there are lots of organisations out there including&nbsp;The Scar Free Foundation <a href="https://scarfree.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://scarfree.org.uk/</a>&nbsp;and Changing Faces <a href="https://www.changingfaces.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.changingfaces.org.uk/</a></p><br><p>Sound design by the talented <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mickycurling/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Micky Curling </a> and my beautiful illustrations are by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicholacowderyillustrations/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nichola Cowdery</a></p><br><p>A transcript of the show is<a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1miQJPTwZtkjzz85tLxVJ9Xqbz-CbLF6Qs-PtEeVwLvY/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> here </a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Scars

Story Publishing

Dan’s Story: Cancer, Eye Patches and the Power of Self-Acceptance

FEB 23, 202529 MIN
The Scars

Dan’s Story: Cancer, Eye Patches and the Power of Self-Acceptance

FEB 23, 202529 MIN

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<p>**Warning this episode by it's very nature, discusses operations, recovery and wounds in graphic detail, there may be a few swears in there too so I'm marking it explicit**</p><br><p>In the first episode, Suzi invites cancer survivor Dan to tell his story: a life-altering diagnosis, surgery, and the physical and emotional challenges of recovery. They discuss the resilience required to embrace scars, and the importance of hope, humour and support along the way. Dan also reads a letter he has written - especially for this podcast - to his scars.</p><br><p>Takeaways</p><br><p>00:00 Introduction to Scars and Stories</p><p>01:40 Dan's Tumor Diagnosis and Initial Reactions</p><p>04:59 The Surgery and Its Aftermath</p><p>10:12 The Journey of Recovery and Acceptance</p><p>16:20 Finding Humor in the Healing Process</p><p>19:51 The Impact of Scars on Relationships</p><p>24:54 Transforming Scars into Symbols of Hope</p><p>27:50 Advice for Others Facing Similar Challenges</p><p>28:08 Conclusion and Reflection on Self-Love</p><br><p><strong>About <em>The Scars</em></strong></p><p><em>The Scars</em> podcast is a space for conversations about resilience, acceptance, and overcoming life’s obstacles. The show aims to empower listeners to find strength and beauty in their differences while building a supportive and understanding community.</p><br><p>If you want to share the story of your scars you can contact me at <a href="[email protected]&nbsp;&nbsp;" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">[email protected]&nbsp;&nbsp;</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_scars_podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Scars podcast </a>is also on Instagram come find me there.</p><br><p>You can find Dan here: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dan_defiantly_disfigured/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">dan_defiantly_disfigured</a> Instagram</p><br><p>For support there are lots of organisations out there including&nbsp;The Scar Free Foundation <a href="https://scarfree.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://scarfree.org.uk/</a>&nbsp;and Changing Faces <a href="https://www.changingfaces.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.changingfaces.org.uk/</a></p><br><p>Sound design by the talented <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mickycurling/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Micky Curling </a> and my beautiful illustrations are by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicholacowderyillustrations/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nichola Cowdery</a></p><br><p>A transcript of the show is<a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1miQJPTwZtkjzz85tLxVJ9Xqbz-CbLF6Qs-PtEeVwLvY/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> here </a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>