Is there a link between cancer and stress? | Cort Davies | TEDxSugarLand
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Published 2019-11-27
Cancer care has made tremendous strides of the last few decades. With new technologies and advancements in treatment, people that have been diagnosed are living longer than ever. However, there is a huge part of cancer patient treatment that has been unexplored and under appreciated. What about the emotional and mental well-being of those going through cancer treatment? In this talk Cort Davies explores the science beyond fighting cancer and why we should also be focusing on the mental health of those in treatment. Cort Davies is an author, producer, and cancer thriver who, through his experiences, has set out to change the paradigm around the way we see and experience cancer. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx
All Comments (21)
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I practiced three things in overcoming my cancer and you cover two in your talk. I nourished my cells with better food, I destressed and visualized positive outcomes through meditation and I used what ever support was out there along with a supportive family. It worked well and I’m cancer free today I’m creating a program similar to yours to help get the word out Congrats on your outcomes thus far You are right on! I live in rural CT and now wonder what little hospital advised you of that test you needed. Best of luck in the future.
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Nothing worse for your immune system than stress; live a peaceful life, stay fit and avoid negative people who drain your energy.
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RIP Cort (passed away May 2021). Incredible talk this.
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Joann Leonard An important and wise talk. I am convinced my cancer was caused at in major part by the extreme unremitting stress I underwent for months prior to my cancer diagnosis. I could feel very clearly that the stress was somehow damaging me, but when one thing eased up a bit another stressor took it's place, and on and on it went. I tried to relax and even tried meditation, but I felt trapped and could not seem to break free. I am now finally to undergo good treatment tailored for me, and also get help in meditation so the drugs will work for me. Thank you so much Cort, for your talk and your plans for the future.
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I have always noticed the link between stress and cancer...I remember when I heard that Christopher Reeves wife/caretaker passed away of cancer shortly after he died, after having been his caretaker for a very long time. I felt then that her immune system was strained due to not resting her body and it finally took its toll. :(
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The Mulberry Centre in London has been doing exactly that for cancer patients for several years and their service is free. The results have been phenomenal; still, so few people are aware of them.
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this talk is absolutely game changing it goes to show you follow your heart you deserve to feel so relaxed and happy your whole life that goes for every living thing
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Fantastic presentation! What a powerful message.
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This talk is nothing short of brilliance!!! Very precise and very apt. More power to you Cort and God bless you!!
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My husband is 63 and never worries and always laughs and was just diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer T4M1. He is still isnt worried and still laughs. I on the other hand, have anxiety, always worry and stress and am terrified of losing him.
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I love what you're trying to do!! I wish you great success!!!
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This video should go viral.
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Great Talk Cort!
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Hans Seyle wrote about the adverse effects of stress years ago
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This is so insightful
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Lovely and meaningful talk
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Excellent Idea🙏
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Courageous opinion
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Bravo 👏
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Strange how nothing is mentioned about Corporations and the job stress they create for especially Americans. All forms of distressing advice depends on our actions and not the real stresses in our lives, our career stress we have no defense against.
