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25.01.2022 Talking About Cancer - Reading Between the Lines In any social conversation, it is often a matter of reading between the lines to truly understand what the other person might be asking what do they really want to know. This is particularly true when it comes to conversations about cancer. In this video, Tom aims to take the pressure off what might be a confronting or difficult conversation about cancer. He suggests ways to hear beyond the actual words to understand the mean...ing behind them. Do they really want to know about your cancer treatment, or do they simply want to know that you are alright? It is about understanding the questioners needs whilst protecting and standing up for your own. This is the 2nd in a series of 4 videos sharing insights and guidance about how to talk about cancer on your own terms. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer

25.01.2022 Throughout this year we have all felt and discussed the importance of being connected to each other. This year coming together at Christmas will be even more cherished. To everyone connecting with us here, to all the women, families, friends and partners connected with our group and to all those living with metastatic breast cancer, we wish you and your family a peaceful Christmas. https://www.advancedbreastcancergroup.org.au/ #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroup...s #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer See more

25.01.2022 The effectiveness of support groups. Please follow the link to My Tributes to read one of the many articles dedicated throughout October 2020 to Metastatic Breast Cancer and the experience of women living with the diagnosis. https://www.mytributes.com.au//advanced-breast-ca/4127784/... #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer #mytributes

25.01.2022 Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day October is breast cancer awareness month and to commemorate October 13th, Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day, we have put together a compilation video which articulates a simple message to seek out the stories of women living post pink. Help reduce their sense of isolation by increasing your understanding and awareness of their experience of living with a terminal illness. https://www.advancedbreastcancergroup.org.au/... #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #breastcancerawarenessday

24.01.2022 What can I say? Leonie The purpose of 'what can I say' is not to put barriers up on questions or comments, but to break them down. The caution surrounding discussions about terminal disease generally leads to a total avoidance of it. Which, as Leonie points out in this video is the worst thing someone could do. Leonie shares not only her experience talking about her diagnosis, but also the very real and personal reaction she had when she found out about it, and the strength a...nd solidarity she feels in being part of the ABCG. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay

23.01.2022 What can I say? Impact of Research Comment: "But they are spending so much money on research" Lorraine says 'so they should. Continued research is so important as it may not yet cure metastatic breast cancer, but it enables women to live longer and with better quality of life. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer... #whatcanIsay See more

23.01.2022 Communication is key Relationships in any part of life are a two-way street, and that is the same as those developed between a patient and their healthcare team. Here Tom emphasises the need for openness from the patient, and in response, action from the health practitioner. Ultimately in this 4 video Q&A series, communication is key each video giving a guide to different aspects of communication with health practitioners, and all with the purpose of ensuring the patient is... at the centre of every decision and the treatment is as personal and effective as possible. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer

23.01.2022 What Can I Say? Emotional Outcomes. From Mary and Pias perspective, 'Depressing' is not a word that describes either being a therapist or a member of this group. It is challenging, confronting, inspiring and many other things, including fun at times, but it is not depressing. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer... #whatcanIsay See more

22.01.2022 What can I say? Gerry In this video, Gerry answers a question about whether she has feelings of guilt when talking to loved ones about how she might be feeling. She also talks about how to respond to friends who have difficulty knowing what to say. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer... #whatcanIsay See more

22.01.2022 Don't be afraid to ask for help. Professor Jane Turner. This video sees Professor Turner articulating the complex relationship between giving and receiving help. Particularly as it relates to women generally being reluctant to ask for help in a direct and forthright way. https://www.advancedbreastcancergroup.org.au/... #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer

21.01.2022 The 'capable woman syndrome'. Professor Jane Turner. In this video, Professor Turner explains the 'capable woman syndrome' and what that means for relationships, personal control and being vocal when you need help. https://www.advancedbreastcancergroup.org.au/... #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer

19.01.2022 As restrictions start to ease, we reflect back on the month when contact, including on Mothers Day, needed to be limited. For the mothers and daughters who are dealing with this disease it can be a difficult day at the best of times, and in the face of COVID19 made much harder.

19.01.2022 What can I say? When a woman dies. Question: "what is it like in the group when a woman dies" In this video Mary and Pia talk about the experience of losing a member of the group. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer... #whatcanIsay See more

17.01.2022 Communication is key. As COVID19 restrictions are gradually lifting it is important to reflect on what has been one of the more difficult aspects of isolation. Being separated from loved ones and friends has highlighted the inherent need for people to connect with and talk to each other. Feeling isolated, whether physically or emotionally can be even more pronounced when coupled with a diagnosis of metastatic cancer. The ABCG aims to limit those feelings of isolation by enco...uraging women diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer to connect with and gain support from the group and women who have experienced that same isolation. https://www.advancedbreastcancergroup.org.au/contact/ #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay

17.01.2022 Talking about cancer. Tom OBrien has over 40 years experience as a clinical social worker and psychotherapist working with individuals, families and couples. In a series of videos, filmed at the Advanced Breast Cancer Group workshop in October 2019, Tom discusses the importance of communication and connection for people living with metastatic breast cancer. Whether it is engagements with their health team or with family and friends. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefi...tofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer #tomobrien See more

16.01.2022 What can I say? Di In this video, Di shares how open she is to talk about her diagnosis and what she is going through, when someone asks. Di also tackles one of the more difficult questions asked; "what are your thoughts about death". #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer... #whatcanIsay See more

15.01.2022 Talking about cancer Q&A - Communicating with Health Professionals. Following the series Talking about Cancer where Tom OBrien discusses the importance of communication and connection for people living with metastatic breast cancer, comes the Q&A follow up series. Talking about cancer was filmed at the October 2019 ABCG workshop, during which participants were able to ask questions of Tom. Four videos from the Q&A session will be shared over the next few weeks, with the fi...rst one posted today. Please get in touch with us at [email protected] if you would like to know more. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer

15.01.2022 Talking About Cancer - The benefit of sharing experiences and asking for help. So far in this series, we have shared insights about how to talk with people living outside the direct experience of a metastatic diagnosis. In this video, Tom discusses the benefit of talking to others who are living a similar experience. This is true of our understanding over the past 21 years of the Advanced Breast Cancer Group. Connecting to others in a similar situation offers a level of safet...y, solidarity and hope that is difficult to find in other relationships. The important take away message from this final video is to know there is always help if you need it be open to ask for and receive help it can come from a range of places and can be a powerful source of emotional support. This is the 4th in a series of 4 videos sharing insights and guidance about how to talk about cancer on your own terms. The series can be watched by visiting the link below. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer

14.01.2022 Seeking personalised support. Professor Jane Turner. An important point in this video is that support, whether medical, physical or emotional, is personal. Professor Turner shares her thoughts on professional support and in particular on how vital it is for women to ensure they are getting the support they want and need. https://www.advancedbreastcancergroup.org.au/... #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer

14.01.2022 Cancer brings with it a myriad of complex problems, not least of all experiences the person living with cancer has with others in their lives. In this 1st of 4 videos Tom talks about people living with cancer having control over how they share their experience with other people in their lives. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer

13.01.2022 What can I say? Alison Alison is a close friend of one of our members, Gerry, and here she shares how she answers questions about Gerry whilst still respecting the privacy of her friend. And how much they love coffee! #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer... #whatcanIsay See more

13.01.2022 What can I say? Lorraine Lorraine reinforces the importance of continued research into breast cancer and the benefits she has received from the extra knowledge gained through ongoing research. Lorraine also responds to a question about living with pain, sharing her experience of putting up with pain when she shouldn't. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer... #whatcanIsay See more

12.01.2022 Children and Resilience. Professor Jane Turner. Worry about the effect of the diagnosis on children and grandchildren is a very real and prominent issue for women diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer. In this video Professor Turner explains the potential effect on children by trying to protect them from what is a very real experience for their parent or grandparent. In it she discusses resilience associated with trauma. https://www.advancedbreastcancergroup.org.au/... #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer

12.01.2022 What can I say? Affecting and inspiring Question: "isn't it depressing running a group like this" For Mary and Pia, depressing is not a word they would use to describe being a part of the ABCG. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer... #whatcanIsay See more

12.01.2022 What Can I Say? Lynette We have heard so many times how much the women in the group support each other in learning to live with a metastatic disease. Changing that mindset of living with rather than dying from, is something Lynette expresses in answering a question about planning for the future. Lynette also responds to a rather blunt comment based on her own personal experience. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastc...ancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay See more

12.01.2022 What can I say? Importance of Talking Comment: "oh well, it could be worse" Lynette expands on this comment by looking at the intent behind it (and any other question or comment), sharing her thoughts on responding to what could be considered insensitive. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer... #whatcanIsay See more

11.01.2022 Professor Jane Turner on relationships, asking for help and taking control in a time of uncertainty. Professor Jane Turner spoke at our ABCG workshop in early 2018 and soon after we shared videos from her presentation on our Facebook page. We have decided to repost this series of videos as coping with uncertainty, especially given the current experience of COVID 19, seems relevant for everyone today. The first video of the series will be shared tomorrow. #advancedbreastcanc...ergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer See more

11.01.2022 Moving out of the Shadowland. Professor Jane Turner. Professor Jane Turner has worked in the field of Psycho-Oncology for over 20 years. She is a psychiatrist and researcher providing treatment for patients with cancer and their families. Professor Turner attended one of our ABCG workshops in 2018 and spoke to the group and their family members about topics ranging from how to cope with the uncertainty that comes with a metastatic diagnosis to relationships with loved ones a...nd being comfortable in asking for help. In this first video, Professor Turner acknowledges the isolation that often comes with a metastatic diagnosis. She talks about this as the feeling of living in the shadowlands. Her series is about helping women and their families to feel more in control of their life and needs. https://www.advancedbreastcancergroup.org.au/ #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer

10.01.2022 For 21 years we have learnt from and been inspired by the incredible women who have been a part of the Advanced Breast Cancer Group. Today, on International Womens Day, we want to say thank you.

10.01.2022 What Can I Say? Talking about a terminal illness, particularly to a person who has been diagnosed, seems to be often answered by silence. The silence is not out of a lack of compassion but rather a fear of saying the wrong thing or of acknowledging what is a scary and unpleasant reality for some. At the end of 2019, at the Advanced Breast Cancer Group workshop, women from the group as well as group therapists Mary O'Brien and Pia Hirsch participated in an activity that looked... at some of the difficulties involved in talking about metastatic cancer. They addressed questions and comments that they or others are frequently asked. The overwhelming message coming from the women was that it is okay to talk and to ask questions, even if you are nervous about whether it is appropriate or not, because the alternative of having your experience ignored, is far worse. This final video is the compilation of all that has been shared up to now. Thank you to everyone who participated. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay

08.01.2022 Relationship building with health practitioners. In this second video the question from the group related to concerns about being treated as a number or a diagnosis rather than an individual. In response Tom highlighted the importance of relationship building with health practitioners in order to increase levels of trust, knowledge and ultimately efficacy in treatments. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarn...ess #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer See more

08.01.2022 21-years ago the ABCG started offering this professionally led support group in Brisbane following the SEGT model of care. It has continued as the foundation for the group in providing reliable and empirically supported group therapy that reduces emotional distress and depression and improves wellbeing. https://www.advancedbreastcancergroup.org.au//effectivene/ #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #...livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer See more

07.01.2022 Moving the group to all of us meeting by telephone took a little getting used to, but the women have been accepting of the need to do so and have responded with good humour, as usual. Whilst it has been disappointing to have to cancel the workshop, which had been planned for this month (May), we are all pleased we are still able to speak weekly. The group continues to be open to new members, so no matter where you are in Queensland, if you or someone you know is living with metastatic breast cancer, and is interested in finding out more, please get in touch, either by email or telephone.

05.01.2022 Coping with uncertainty. Professor Jane Turner. For woman living with metastatic breast cancer 'what if' discussions can be confronting particularly relating to questions of losing independence, sickness or end of life. In this video Professor Turner encourages those conversations and explains how to cope with the uncertainty that comes with a metastatic diagnosis. https://www.advancedbreastcancergroup.org.au/... #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer

05.01.2022 Sharing your Feedback It is important to talk about how you are feeling with respect to the way health practitioners are engaging with you whether that is good or not so good. In this 3rd video, Tom gives his views about the benefit that should come with open conversations. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer... #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer See more

05.01.2022 Joining the Conversation Dr Aaron Veltre is a Palliative Care Specialist who presented at the ABC Group Workshop in 2019. In light of our recent series 'Talking about Cancer' with Tom O'Brien, we wanted to share this video from the workshop where Dr Veltre talks about the Groundswell Project, an organisation that works to improve community-based discussion about terminal disease. In the video Dr Veltre is open and straightforward when sharing the concept of an annual day/even...t (previously scheduled for tomorrow) that Groundswell run each year in order to encourage conversations about death and dying in the community. https://www.youtube.com/playlist #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer

04.01.2022 What can I say? Describing ABCG Question: "isn't a group like this depressing" Mary takes a slightly different approach to the question of what is considered 'depressing' referencing the data and results from their research which shows that emotional wellbeing of women in the ABCG generally improves over time. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer... #whatcanIsay See more

04.01.2022 Talking About Cancer - What does the questioner really want to know? Extending on from the previous video Reading between the lines Tom further explores the concept of hearing the meaning that sits behind the words used in a question. Understanding your audience and changing tack depending on who you are talking to is a big part of this. Tom also touches on the intimacy of conversations with tears and talks about the value of those connections. This is the 3rd in a serie...s of 4 videos sharing insights and guidance about how to talk about cancer on your own terms. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer

03.01.2022 Articulating your needs Question: in this first video, Tom responds to a question about how to ensure your wants, needs and concerns arent diminished when talking to health professionals. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer... #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer See more

03.01.2022 The need for doctors to communicate. Professor Jane Turner. Professor Turner discusses the variability amongst doctors and others to talk explicitly about a women’s prognosis. In the video she explains why she thinks this is so, particularly in the case of metastatic cancers. https://www.advancedbreastcancergroup.org.au/... #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer

03.01.2022 From the 18th of December to the 18th of January the ABCG office will be closed, however please continue to contact us via [email protected] and we will return your email as soon as we return. https://www.advancedbreastcancergroup.org.au #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer... #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer See more

02.01.2022 Today is Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day. We’ve asked that you support women and their families living with metastatic breast cancer by engaging with their stories and experiences through their videos, musings, poems, creative writings, insights and personal experiences. Today, more than any in October, please take the time to acknowledge the women living post pink and those who have sadly died from breast cancer. Visit the Advanced Breast Cancer Group where throughout the site you will find many inspiring and affecting messages and stories. https://www.advancedbreastcancergroup.org.au/

02.01.2022 What can I say? Leanne Leanne is incredibly open and engaged in sharing her 'detour' after her metastatic diagnosis and in this video took on four questions with honesty and humour. Sharing a message not only for women living with a metastatic disease but something everyone can learn from and embrace. #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer... #whatcanIsay See more

01.01.2022 Due to concerns about the spread of the Covid-19 virus, we have made the decision to move to a telephone support group for all, removing the option for meeting one another face-to-face for the time being. We have made this decision to ensure we are protecting the physical health of the women in our group, whilst still being able to provide the support and connections vital to their wellbeing. If you are interested in joining the group and connecting with other women living with metastatic breast cancer, particularly in this time of uncertainty, please contact us at [email protected] or on 07 3217 2998.

01.01.2022 This year has been challenging for many people with changes to the way we work, travel and live. The way our group runs also changed and we would like to thank all of the women in the ABCG for their support, patience, acceptance and good humour as we moved first to phone only groups, and then to videoconference. It has been a difficult year being separated from each other in person however running the group via video each week has provided a great way to stay connected. htt...ps://www.advancedbreastcancergroup.org.au/ #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer

01.01.2022 Relationships with friends. Professor Jane Turner. In this video, Professor Turner shares her insights into how and why relationships often change after someone is diagnosed with a metastatic disease. In it, she provides tools to understand and navigate the changing friendship. https://www.advancedbreastcancergroup.org.au/... #advancedbreastcancergroup #abcg #benefitofgroups #supportingwomen #advancedbreastcancer #breastcancerawarness #livingwithmetastaticbreastcancer #whatcanIsay #talkingaboutcancer