

Reflections on Whole-Person Cancer Care
Reflections Inspired by the Development of the Embodied resilience Program for Cancer Care
Paperback – August 15, 2026 (ASIN: B0HFBM151P)
Kindle eBook – August 15, 2026 (ASIN: B0HFCY72DZ)
by Nora Nur Nalinci (Author)
Cancer affects far more than the body. It influences identity, relationships, emotional well-being, resilience, and the search for meaning. As healthcare continues to embrace whole-person approaches, new opportunities arise to reflect on how we care not only for disease, but also for the person living with it. This collection of twenty reflections grew alongside the development of the Embodied Resilience Program for Cancer Care. Rather than presenting a clinical manual or theoretical framework, it invites readers to consider the questions, insights, and values that shaped the program's philosophy. Written for healthcare professionals, educators, supportive care practitioners, complementary therapy providers, and anyone interested in person-centered cancer care, these reflections explore topics such as resilience, embodiment, supportive care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the evolving future of compassionate healthcare. This booklet is offered as a contribution to the continuing conversation about whole-person, evidence-informed cancer care.
