From the Velatrix world
Living with the aftermath
Life after cancer, learning and rebuilding. Sharing it while it’s happening. Personal experience, not medical advice.
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The Rest of Me · 11 October 2026
Treatment Finished. Why Don’t I Feel Finished?
Finishing cancer treatment did not bring a neat return to my old life. This is the awkward space between being through treatment and feeling ready for what comes next.
The Rest of Me · 11 October 2026
My Brain Has Plans. My Body Has Reservations.
I still have the enthusiasm for a busy, interesting life. Learning what my body can manage is an ongoing negotiation—and the plans are rarely modest.
The Rest of Me · 11 October 2026
Brain Fog and the Frustration of Not Feeling Sharp
Curiosity is still there, even when thinking feels less clear. Brain fog has been one of the most frustrating parts of trying to feel like myself after treatment.
The Rest of Me · 11 October 2026
Lymphoedema: The Part That Didn’t End with Treatment
Lymphoedema is part of my life after breast cancer. It is one of the reasons finishing treatment and being finished with its effects are very different things.
The Rest of Me · 10 October 2026
Life After Cancer: Where I’m Starting
Treatment finished, but recovery carried on. A cuppa, a head full of ideas and the beginning of an honest account of life after cancer.