Elephants and Tea

The Elephant in the room is cancer. Tea is the relief conversation provides. Our mission is to help cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers feel less alone in their cancer experience and experience relief through self-expression. We have the only magazine written for and by the AYA cancer community, telling their story in their own words. Quarterly magazine offered both in print as well as digitally – FREE to subscribe.  In addition to our quarterly magazine, we release new weekly content on our website as well as offer unique programming for our community of AYA cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, loved ones, healthcare professionals, and nonprofit professionals.  Our goal is to help the AYA cancer community experience relief through self-expression, inspire others during their cancer journey, and connect them with supportive organizations. Join our herd!

We are still accepting submissions for our first magazine of 2025 on the theme - "My Identity After Cancer". The deadline to submit is November 15th. Check out or prompts below to help you get started. Submit your story at the link below: https://lnkd.in/efTDxJqe - Do you feel like the same person you were before your cancer diagnosis? Why or why not? - How do you feel about yourself and your life post-diagnosis or post-treatment? Has anything surprised you about how cancer has changed your life? - Do you look at yourself the same as you did before cancer? - Do you think others view you differently now than they did pre-diagnosis? - How has your treatment and long term survivorship care impacted you and your life? - How would you explain the ways your life and identity have changed to someone who has not had cancer? How easy or difficult is this? #writeforus #2025 #magazine #cancerstories #shareyourstory #youarenotalone #writeforus #submityourstory #cancermagazine #cancersupport

RSVP for @TriageCancer’s FREE webinar for Tips on Accessing Care on 11/19! triagecancer.org/webinars Learn about the cost of prescription drugs, how coverage works, & more. + FREE CE for professionals

Join us tonight for a special edition Perkatory event celebrating the "Voices of Strength" half of our September 2024 double issue, sponsored by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Come and listen to our three authors share their stories from the issue followed by a meaningful discussion! You can still register at the link below: https://lnkd.in/eP8Ugq2A #bloodcancer #bloodcancercommunity #perkatory #shareyourstory #voicesofstrength #cancersupport #youarenotalone #lls

We are still so excited about the ongoing partnership between the Tigerlily Foundation and Elephants and Tea. This issue delves into the topic of fertility and the unique challenges faced by young adults dealing with cancer, as well as the impact on their surrounding community. This crucial subject has often been overlooked in the past year, highlighting the need for patient voices, education, and advocacy. The articles featured in this issue address the difficulties encountered by the young adult cancer community while also celebrating the personal growth, blessings, and hope our authors have experienced. Each contributor shares their own stories, insights, and practical advice on fertility, sexual health, and the harsh realities of being diagnosed with cancer at a young age. We hope this issue inspires you and encourages you to utilize these resources in your journey of survivorship, advocacy, and awareness-raising in your community. If you haven’t already, click the link below to read our new issue: https://lnkd.in/ehXXGy6w #MYLIFEMatters #MYLIFE #fertility #youngadultcancer #yacancer #cancersupport #fertillitygap #resources #education #tigerlilyfoundation #elephantsandtea #shareyourstory #cancermagazine #cancersupport

5 Reasons to Attend YA Cancer Gabfest: Empowerment Through Knowledge: Gain insights from experts in the field and peers who have walked through cancer on topics that matter most to you! Connection with Peers: Meet other young adults, survivors, caregivers, and loved ones who understand your unique experiences. Share stories, support one another, and build lasting friendships in a safe, virtual environment! Inspiring Speakers: Hear from inspiring speakers speak to their unique stories of challenge, resilience, and hope. Hearing from others can help you know you are not alone in what you are going through! Interactive Workshops: Participate in engaging workshops tailored to your needs. Our sessions will equip you with practical tools to enhance your well-being and quality of life. Access from Anywhere: Attend from the comfort of your home! Our virtual format allows you to join sessions, ask questions, and interact with others, making it convenient for those with varying schedules and health challenges. Register at the link below: https://lnkd.in/gTqfjESH #YACancerGabfest #Gabfest #YACancerGabfest2024 #Year5 #YACancerSupport #AYACancerSupport #AYAsupport #AYAcancer #YAcancer #community #youarenotalone #cactuscancer #elephantsandtea #weareinthistogether #survivorship

Join us for a special edition Perkatory event tomorrow, celebrating our Precision Medicine custom issue sponsored by Eli Lilly & Company. Precision medicine is an exciting and important part of oncology. At this event you will get a chance to listen to our four featured authors share their stories about their personal experiences with precision medicine! This event will not only help you learn more about the types of precision medicine your peers have experienced, but will allow you to feel less alone in what you are going through. Register at the link below: https://lnkd.in/ec8XJnuf #precisionmedicine #oncology #cancersupport #ayacancer #yacancer #shareyourstory #youarenotalone  

We are still accepting submissions for our website on the theme - "I Wish Someone Told Me". The deadline to submit is November 15th. Check out our prompts below to help you get started. Submit your story at the link below: https://lnkd.in/efTDxJqe - Nothing can ever prepare you for cancer. But if you could give advice, information, or validation to your past self pre-diagnosis, what would you say to yourself? - Would you prepare yourself for the emotions around cancer? The physical symptoms and side effects of treatment? - If there was a pamphlet called "How to prepare for cancer treatment and survivorship," what would you put in it? What would you title it? What would the design look like? #writeforus #2025 #magazine #cancerstories #shareyourstory #youarenotalone #writeforus #submityourstory #cancermagazine #cancersupport

You can still register and join us on November 14th at 7pm ET for a new Perkatory event, “Scars”! How has cancer scarred you? Do you have physical scars, invisible scars, or both? What story do your scars tell? How do you feel about your scars? Come and hear our four incredible authors share their stories on this relatable theme. We can’t wait to see you there! Register at the link below: https://lnkd.in/e2GrAkGm #perkatory #shareyourstory #storytelling #aya #ya #ayacancer #yacancer #ayasupport #cancersupport #resources #youarenotalone #jointheherd #virtualevent   

Our next session of STEEP with @kaylaoncologylcsw is next week! This clinician-led monthly program offers a safe space to acknowledge the emotions that we often think we “shouldn’t” or don’t want to feel. This month we will be talking about sadness and, while this emotion may seem obvious, there are many ways it can present and impact our day-to-day life. Sit with others and explore the ways you may have felt sad while also experiencing the support and connection of those who “get it.” Register at the link below: https://lnkd.in/e6aZwaHv #STEEP #mentalhealth #grief #canceremotions #ayacancer #yacancer #survivorshipsupport #mentalhealthsupport #jealousy #emotions #feelingsaftercancer #shareyourfeelings #youarenotalone