Beating Cancer Daily with Saranne Rothberg ~ Stage IV Cancer Survivor
Tumor Humor: Things I Can't Control Cancer with Saranne (Part I)
27 Jul 2025
Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne, the founder of the ComedyCures Foundation and a Stage IV cancer survivor for over 30 years, brings a much-needed lighthearted perspective to the realities of life with cancer. Through her signature humor and wisdom, she shares a laugh-out-loud colonoscopy joke and introduces listeners to the 31-Day Tumor Humor Challenge, designed to help reframe stressful cancer experiences. Saranne also discusses an inspiring Etsy poster that lists things we simply cannot control, encouraging listeners to identify and release these burdens, thereby finding greater healing and joy. With personal anecdotes about the controversial yet deeply meaningful decisions she made throughout her cancer journey, Saranne reminds everyone that humor and self-reflection go a long way in cultivating resilience on the toughest days. “My colonoscopy just confirmed that I’m beautiful inside and out.” ~SaranneToday on Beating Cancer Daily:· Humor can be a powerful tool for coping with cancer procedures and stress· The 31-Day Tumor Humor Challenge encourages finding laughter in daily cancer experiences· Some things in life, such as others’ opinions or the weather, are outside of our control and not worth our energy· Letting go of what you can’t control allows for more space to heal and enjoy meaningful moments· It’s important to critically evaluate advice and only keep what truly aligns with your own values· Making bold or unconventional care decisions can be empowering and provide important life lessons to loved ones· Having comic perspective helps foster resilience and lighten overwhelming situations· Sharing your lists and humor can inspire others and build a supportive, positive community Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025, and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in over 130 countries across 7 continents and features over 365 original daily episodes hosted by Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg. To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:https://www.comedycures.org/ To write to Saranne or a guest:https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8 To record a message to Saranne or a guest:https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:https://www.comedycures.org/ Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review. Have a blessed day! Saranne
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