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What people say in safe rooms

Mar 14, 2026

This week, I heard the same quiet sentences from different people:

“I don’t want to burden anyone.”

“I’m exhausted from pretending.”

“I’m trying to have faith, but I’m scared.”

“I just want someone who understands.”

If that’s you, please know you’re not the only one.

CancerTalks exists for honest conversation, not performance.

— Karren Tyler
Founder, CancerWalk

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