Chemo round 1 and what happened after
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 ต.ค. 2024
- We finished chemo round 1! Here's what has been going on...
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I don't care how much content we get from you, I am jut happy when ever we get it. I like when you put something out because I know you actually want to put it out. You got this.
'I can diarrhoea and do a crossword, but I will CRY when I vomit' is so spiritually relateable. Both when I was doing chemo and every other day of my life generally.
Keep on, keep strong, Grace!
I also found that incredibly relatable. We’re here and we’re awesome
Fr I cry when I throw up too 😭 at first it's a physical reaction but then I cry harder cuz it makes me emotional 🥺
You got this. I've survived cancer twice. My son survived stage 4 colon cancer. My mother has survived 3 rounds of cancer (2 different types) I know it's scary. Do lots of positive affirmations. The gratitude practice is a brilliant idea. We love you and we're praying for you.
Wow what a group of survivors! Amazing!
Add Grace to that list.
Wow that sounds terrible but amazing at the same time! What a family of fighters!
I have a TikTok 😂
My favourite content from you has always been just been an outpouring of your thoughts and stream of consciousness, 14 yrs of f’king genius. I can’t imagine what you are going through but we all love you and are here anytime you want us to be ♥️
Still making me laugh even in these circumstances, what a true comedy hero. If we're being grateful for things this week, I think we're all grateful for you.
that's genuinely sweet and truthful
This comment made me cry 🥺
Agreed!
The hair part can be emotional, but the wig experiments can be really fun. And you said it, temporary! You're gonna knock it out of the park! The chemo-brain can get frustrating too, but again, temporary! Thank you for sharing your experience and helping others feel seen and understood in their own journeys. ❤
i'm going through chemo for breast cancer right now too and i literally sleep for 4 days straight after infusion. usually start to feel more myself around day 5, but days 1-4 i can barely keep my eyes open! hang in there, grace. we got this!
we got this!
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New person! New person! New person!...A person who just finished her first week of chemo (!!!) and still is a little jazzed for more of life's challenges. Grace, you're such a damn inspiration.
I can relate to this so much. At the end of 2022, I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. And the 10 months after were the worst of my life. It was the longest, scariest time of my life. There were so many times where I wasn’t sure if I was going to make it to my next birthday. There were so many things that I had to accept. The hair loss was the hardest for me because I could see my sickness in the mirror. Shaving my head was traumatic and very difficult. My chemo rounds were week long hospital visits with a lot of nausea, headaches and sadness. I almost lost hope so many times.
BUT. Even though I was going to some horrible things, I fought incredibly hard to keep my positive attitude. I knew that dwelling too long on my negative thoughts wouldn’t help me much. It wouldn’t change what I had to deal with. I did my best to keep a smile on my face when I could. I appreciated the little things in life. My nurses always told me that I was such a patient and positive patient when it came to everything I was going through. That made me happy because even though I was feeling like crap, I wasn’t taking it out on other people. Some things were harder to accept. Staying in my house for days/weeks on end was hard. And not seeing my family for months at a time was also very hard. It was a lonely time because no one knew how I was feeling and what I was dealing with. I joined a couple of fb groups, and those helped a little. They at least made me see that I wasn’t the only person in the world dealing with it since that’s what it felt like.
I’m have since been able to return to work part time. I have slowly build back to the person I once was. It is a little bit tough since I can be a stubborn person. But I’m getting there.
I apologize for the longest post ever. But Grace, you got this. You are going to kick cancer and you’ll get back to the person you once were soon. Though you’re going to be a much stronger person at the end of this. You already seem to be, but you will see life in such a different light and you’ll appreciate things soo much more. I wish you all the best and strength in this journey.❤
thank you for sharing your story! And a million congratulations for fighting the hard fight and making it through. You should be so proud!!
❤❤❤❤ sending you love 💗
When I was diagnosed with Stage 3c grade 2 cervical/uterine cancer I was "ok" until I was told I would lose my hair. BUT once I lost it, it was one of the most freeing experiences of my life. I embraced the baldness. Lots of caps and hats and even going "commando". Didn't do wigs, it just wasn't me. You do what makes you feel ok during this God awful journey.
I’m the TH-cam cactus that doesn’t die and I’m always here for any content! When you said “y’all don’t care about my skin” or whatever I said out loud to no one, Hey! I care!! Bc we really do care, Grace! Tell us anything and everything you want to - we are here to support you however we can ❤
3:22 grace still listening to, supporting and casually mentioning Troyes new music is so cute!! Very 2014 vibes and I love it
I’ve been watching your content for over 10 years now, and you have always been my favorite creator on this website. Very recently, after joining me on a cross-country journey to move me to California, my mom has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Uterine Cancer. It has been so hard being away from her when I feel like she needs me most, but by you sharing your experiences and journey, in a way it feels like I’m learning and able to help her. I can’t thank you enough for being such a huge part of my life growing up, and I’m so happy we get to be there for you and listen to your experiences as you go through this. You’ve got so many people sending you good energy and support, and I just know that you’ll push through all these hardships and get to the other side of this thing stronger than ever before! Fuck Cancer ✊🏽
Chaotic no filter Grace is my new fave. You're doing absolutely amazing, you've got this. ❤️
My dad just started chemo for his lymphoma. I’ve found it really hard to connect with him and talk about it. Thank you for letting us in and sharing your journey. ❤
A lot of people just want you to hang out like everything is normal. If they're not ready to open up, that's the best thing you can do for them. I wish you and your family all the best.
My mom had triple positive breast cancer at stage 3, it was looking pretty serious but she's a serious badass and has now been in remission for years! Things suck right now, but it will get better, never hesitate to reach out to loved ones for support ❤
A family member of mine found out she has colon cancer and is about to start chemo so I sent her your channel so she can watch it. Thank you for recording this journey. I've been watching you since the beginning so just wanted to send all the good vibes and well wishes possible
Hi Grace! Thank you for posting about your experience. I was also diagnosed with Triple + breast cancer at just 29 years old in July and have my second round of chemo this week. Feels like we’re going on this journey together. I’ve had the same experience so far with all of the same side effects. It was a brutal first round. I’ve started losing my hair this week. I’ll probably shave my head soon. 😢 We’ll rock the bald heads together. Wishing you the best - we’ll fight through this! ❤
we got this!!
Lots of love to you!
Mashed potatoes were my aunt’s favorite post chemo food! “Chemo brain” is also a thing with forgetfulness.
She also cold capped & cut her hair a little shorter than yours, she kept some of her hair and lost some. She wore a lot of hats, but did not shave the rest. As a whole she’s glad she did it and the grow back process was less drastic with her keeping her hair. But I know the cold capping process was a lot to keep up with!
I’m 27 and going through a lot of similar things while we are trying to basically figure out which gastro related auto immune disease I have. Hairs falling out, teeth falling out, puking daily, shitting my pants, endless and expensive appointments and procedures. Waiting on multiple biopsy results. It feels like hell like 75% of my days. Seeing your updates and your mindset that you show us is really encouraging for me and I’m sure I speak for everyone when I say that we all think you’re phenomenal and want to keep hearing more as you feel up to it 🥰 I’ve kept up with you and mamrie and Hannah and hank and John for SO long, and to hear the goods and the bads and the gross and the weirds helps me so so much. We love you 🥰
I’m 31 watched you for a decade. Wish the best. Ly girl be safe. Ty for keeping us updated.
my dad recently got diagnosed with blood cancer specifically myeloma and it’s scary and one of the most difficult experiences but watching your journey with chemo has really helped me to understand what cancer patients go through and how i as a caregiver can support my loved one in their own journey!! many love and hugs to you Grace from all the way in Singapore! you’ve got this!!!
Grace you know we are overjoyed with whatever content you want to create, spaghetti content is still content none the less… We are all here to listen to your stream of consciousness and updates on your health.. wishing you all the best xx
Keep the no filter. I always think videos like these are helpful. You’ve got this Grace!
yesterday, for funsies i watched the hey usa alaska episode. so much fun. grace is perfect, just the way she is
I’m a nurse and friends will be sharing their disgusting stories and suddenly get self conscious and I’m like “no wait you’re fine I’m not grossed out anyway what color was the liquid sh*t??”
Stream of consciousness chemo vlogs! We love it. No filter is needed. Thank you for sharing and being vulnerable. AND FUNNY! You’re always a delight. But there is no pressure to create content. Do what is good for your soul! Sending you so many positive thoughts and vibes!
I will watch everything you make through this, bc youre so brave and strong and I sincerely hope this goes as smoothly as possible
First time for me I wore wigs, different styles and hair color. It was fine, but they were sooo hot! Second time I wore headscarves. I asked my coworkers if that would make them uncomfortable; next day they all wore a headscarf and at The end of the work day, they each gave me the scarf they were wearing. The support and solidarity was touching. Cancer treatment is a lonely fight, even though you are not alone. As far as the amnesia stuff, I was given meds that produced short term amnesia so I wouldn’t remember how bad it was on me. Cry if you want to, feel every emotion as it comes, don’t ask yourself “why me?” Just face it head on in that fabulous Grace Helbig way, you’ll find out how strong you really are. Remember, this is a temporary rock in your road, it will end, ut in the meantime, kick the hell outta that nasty cancer and show it who’s boss. I love you, Grace, take care and stay strong.
thank you for this!
What you're doing with these update vlogs is truly helping people. Not just people going through chemo, but also those of us like me who are in are in the dark about all of this kind of stuff. Keep fighting and being awesome and honestly thank you for sharing your story. 🙏
I love and appreciate these updates both because of the relatable nature of the content and also because there seems to be some catharsis in the making of it for you. This particular video hit those points extra hard with me because I had a stroke last week and am still in the hospital trying to sort out my recovery process. I need to get a sign printed with "This shit sucks, but it’s also manageable, and it’s temporary. And some of it is so shitty that it’s hilarious." That's something to tell everyone who keeps asking what I need when they come to visit. I'll end this comment before I get too snarky or too emotional (impossible to predict) and because it's taken forever to type this. But thank you and fuck cancer.
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"I can get diarrhea and do a crossword," is actually my new catchphrase. Love you Grace, these wonderful, thoughtful and helpful videos have been so welcome, and your humor is the best
I started my chemotherapy poison journey on August 1st for ovarian cancer. It's nice to see others experience with this bs headache of a unique sucky time.
Right on brand content - self aware, funny and reflective! Rooting for you💪🏻
I had non-hodgkin lymphoma when I was 20 years old. In hindsight it was a time of great changes. What really helped me was realizing that being afraid of dying meant that I was still living. I became very accepting of my current state. When I was happy I was happy, when I was sad I was sad. And when I was afraid I realized that I was just afraid. It all meant that I was still living, so I enjoyed even the bad parts. The thing is, we only die for like a second and then we're dead. All the time leading up to that second is still us, experiencing life and I wasn't going to miss that life by not experiencing it. Hope that makes sense and helps someone out there
Take those moments when you can Grace. They're yours and one more thing you can take back. You're handling the punches as they come. You're doing amazing. Keep communicating when you can I you feel you can. We're still here for support when you need us when you're ready.
I've always loved your stream of consciousness videos because they are genuinely you and honest. I 'm glad you are doing well so far& staying as positive as you can. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. Sending positive energy your way. Take care, Grace. 💕💕💕
you asked for a life update from us, so buckle up! i've spent the last year at doctor after doctor after doctor trying to identify, manage, and treat the chronic condition(s) i have been struggling with (undiagnosed) for about 15 years. i have at least 16 specialists and physical/mental therapists. it's super fun!!!!!!! /s. so although my situation is different, i still relate to a lot of what you're talking about. i've come to realize that there's a sort of grief in being sick, like grieving the loss of the person you were before and the control of your health. it really does get lonely and scary sometimes. i like what you said about treating it like a challenge and an opportunity for growth though, I honestly hadn't thought of it that way but i'm going to ponder that now. because hoooo boy is it challenging!
so anyways thank you for being so open and honest and willing to share your situation with those of us who, although not cancer-related for me, are dealing with similar feelings. and i sincerely wish you the best of luck in the rest of treatment
Got diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer and am just starting my journey…I’m only 26. Thank you for sharing all of this and helping our community ♥️
sending you a lot of strength and love, you've got this!
You were the first youtuber i ever subscribed to. Years later you feel more like family now. My partner had breast cancer and got through the chemo and i know you will too Grace. Appreciate you and following your journey on here.
Thank you for unexpectedly helping me get through cancer family trauma, you’re amazing! We’re always here to support you!
What I've been doing/up to lately, since you so lovingly shared your side: Cat snuggles, mental health craft projects, and Target trips. You'll never guess, I'm 38.
I'm a cancer survivor and my experience was so isolating and lonely. I appreciate all you are doing to share your experience to hopefully help others. And I hope in that process, it helps you, too! Sending you so much love! You've got this!
Great update, knowing you can laugh despite the side effects. Docs had told my mom her positive attitude was a definite factor in her breast cancer survival journey. She lived to age 85, when other health problems appeared. 💗
My wife just got diagnosed and has her first chemo next week. Thank you for posting about your experience! It really helps.
you taking the time to update us on your personal battle against cancer AND make us laugh in the process just proves you are the coolest of all time. the shirt is also proof of this
Hi Grace, it’s always good to see you and get updates. I have been sick since July 5th. Heart problems, A-Fib. I am now on 14 different meds twice a day. Had 3 ER trips. And 2 conversions,
where they shock/stop your heart and make it start again.
Very scared here! Your video helped me to feel less alone in the fear department. I get it! Hugs and hang in there fellow sick-o. I mean that in a good way lol.
“I can diarrhea and do a crossword.” 😂 Grace you’re the best. I’d love to see your version of Bo Burnham’s White Girl Instagram
Hey Grace, thank you. I have a couple of friends going through the cancer at the moment and they aren't using their words very much so it's super hard to find out how they are doing. While everyone's journey through cancer is different, watching your videos is helping me get a better understanding of what my friends may be thinking and going through and that makes me feel less panicked. On a side note, I'm rooting for you kiddo. Thank you for sharing your journey and all of your thoughts. Even the bits about explosive diarrhoea. ❤ sending you cancer arsekicking vibes from Aotearoa New Zealand
If the content strategy is mouth sores, then you're knocking it outta the park so far!
Your energy level and positive attitude are amazing - you can beat this Grace! I just finished 6 rounds of chemo for stage 4 blood cancer and I can definitely relate to much of what you talked about. Thanks much for sharing your experiences. You are a big help to my daily struggle to maintain positivity. You are definitely not alone.
congratulations!!
I really appreciate your videos. The day after you posted your pre chemo video, my mom told me she has breast cancer. I'm grateful for your videos because I'm trying not to research as I tend to go down rabbit holes, but getting an insight to your journey knowing my mom will soon being going through it is helpful, so thank you. Wishing you all the best!
That's exactly why I'm here too, my mom is currently doing her first round
It's crazy it's already been a little over 7 months. My mom did about 3 months of chemo, (two different types) every other week. Similar to Grace, my mom got sick which was a scary 3 weeks. She lost a ton of weight during that time, but she got through it. She's now 2 months post mastectomy. She's getting stronger every day, but still struggling with neuropathy. She doesn't have to do radiation, just take a pill for 5 years, which is great. Now we just live in hope that it never comes back, which is kind of unnerving, but I try not to think about it.
Sorry if this was an overshare, I just wanted to give another perspective similar to yours. Every treatment and way it affects a person is different, but if you have any questions you can always ask me. Sending well wishes to you and your mom.♥@@auntiee_m
since you said what what we're up to, hi I guess :) I watched some of your stuff at one point (I specifically remember having a minor fashion fan phase because of your met gala review videos), and the algorithm decided your cancer diagnosis was destined for my home page this morning. After having cancer on the brain from watching Hank Green go through it (long time vlogbrothers watcher) and losing a grandpa to untreatable lung cancer just this week, I clicked. Your honesty and optimism are refreshing and I'm so rooting for you now. I cannot believe the progress we have made on cancer treatment and human health overall. I'm not up to much right now but I got a new carbon steel pan in the mail (major treat yo self moment for me) and I'm very excited to season it and go nuts cooking new things in it!
Grace, still bringing the comedy genius even during the weird times. You got this 💪
I had pretty bad sores in my mouth during chemo. Salt water rinses really helped to calm them down (every 4 hours). I personally couldn't get past the taste of magic mouthwash but that's also an option, it has numbing medicine to help with pain. Also, one of the worst pains I would get would be in my sternum and hips following my Neulasta shot. If you start taking Claritin (specifically Claritin) everyday it helps to prevent bone pain. Although watching this content is a little triggering for me I also find it comforting in a weird way. You seem to be handling things very well and I pray that anyone struggling with cancer will find your videos and know that they will get through this. God bless!
It’s honestly so nice to see you talk yourself through this whole process and I appreciate that you are taking us along for the days you can handle it! Also unrelated side note: that little brown notebook you had to take notes in…those are literally my fav notebooks in the whole world! Lol perfect size and weight! Take care Grace! Sending you all the good vibes on the rest of this journey ❤
I love them too I have a whole stack of them!
Old school setup. Stream of consciousness. This is why I fell in love with your channel! ❤
What I've been up to: re-adjusting my anxiety meds the last few weeks (under a doc's guidance, of course), and my anxiety's been creeping back up on me. FUN! I'm too anxious today to leave the house and get stuff done like I was supposed to, causing me more anxiety because now I'm letting people down, and being a disappointment. Yay!
Much love, Grace!
The "why" of your content became clear to me in the first two minutes the video, before you actually started talking about the why... it's beautiful, you're beaming!
Thank you, Grace. Wishing you all the best. Glad to have "been your soil" for over a decade, and excited to provide your nutrients for the decades to come...
Also hell yeah to unearthing capacities within ourselves we did not know they existed!
love you Grace ❤️ thanks for sharing this with us. hope you’re as okay as can be at the moment
Hello, Grace. I’ve watched you for some time now, as a younger teenager now into my 20s. I have been a registered nurse for 2 years now, I started in the ICU during the storm of COVID.
Recently I had a patient who had a new diagnosis of cancer, and I was comforting her as best as I knew how, until it dawned on me, she needs someone like you, who emanates charisma. I recommended for her to watch your videos as you bring so much light and brilliance to such a heavy condition. Thank you for being you. Even after all of these years, as you once helped me through my teenage years, I can now provide help to others through you.
Thank you for everything you do, feel better soon. Stay hydrated and remember you are not alone in this world. 🖤
You're so strong grace 💪
Just finished watching your video in my classroom, and looked up to see your “Electra Woman and Dyna Girl” poster on my wall. I use you as an example to inspire my students that they can be their own superheroes. Now, as usual, you’re continuing to inspire others. Thank you for all you do while you’re going through this fight. You are so loved and appreciated. You’ve got this, Grace! ❤
Stay strong Grace your doing amazing and will get better 💪
Hi Grace. Been watching you for over 10 years. Sending you so much love on your second treatment. You are so strong and amazing.
Grace please don't feel bad about the amount of content/where it goes. We really appreciate the updates, but please put your energy into you!
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I love updates with friends. Since you asked, I've been crocheting and leaning into my crafts in my 30s.
You're kicking ass, Grace!
good job Grace!!! I'm going into surgery to have my ovarian tumor removed in a couple of weeks and we'll know after they go in whether or not I'll need rounds of chemo as well. This is suuuper helpful in the sense that I was feeling a bit crazy for secretly geeking out on the new things I learn and the new way in which I've been challenging myself :)
Jessica Brock just finished chemo after getting ovarian tumors removed, then an ovary removed. Here's her channel: www.youtube.com/@jessicabrock.
Hey Helbig!
Thanks for sharing! I always appreciate the levels of Joy you exude around the silly, ridiculously random approach to your content. It's so uniquely you and so very genuine! One of the many reasons I'm still happily subscribed!
While I do not have a personal experience with Cancer (tho some in my Family), I can relate to the headspace of losing a bodily feature over health concerns.
I was horrible with my dental care and a couple of years ago discovered that it was SO bad it was actually affecting my Cardiac functions. So I had to consider and then follow through gettting all my teeth removed.
I vividly remember how everything leading up to the oral surgery was kind of like a fever dream where I was in this headspace of "This will be good, I'm doing a good thing for my health.." Up until I was in the Chair getting my teeth pulled out of my head. Then I had a sudden rush on be VERY PRESENT and realizing there was no going back, This was happening! It was quickly followed by dispair and dread and fear of the future . . . with thoughts and doubts about what I was becoming. Of course, the physical transition of it all was horrible and the healing was not as fun as one could be.
But eventually I settled down into my new existance. I made some choices that I would do differently e.g. I thought I REALLY needed Dentures right away, before I was healed and against the advice of my dentists. I should have listened. I still have the dentures, but if I had been more patient they would fit better than they currently do. I'll get a new set one day, but a lttle small 'g' grace on my part would have gone a lot farther. Turns out, I don't really enjoy wearing my dentures, even though I have a more normal appearance with them. I tend to only wear them to make OTHER people feel more comfortable. Or when I'm going to the Casino for Buiffet. That's when I really need good chompers.
So anyway, that's my way to relate to your situation. It sounds like you are as prepped as you can be. And it looks to me like you are doing some fine work getting mentally and emotionally prepared. I gotta say you've always rocked a wig when you've played around with them so it feels like you have a well established fallback position.
Thank you again for sharing and THE BEST of luck with the rest of Chemo!!!
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This is how I found out you got breast cancer, Grace, goes to show I need to update myself on people more 😐. I’m glad you’re getting treatment and moving through this with a sense of humor as is helpful in situations especially medical things like this. I hope for a full recovery and that you make it through this smoothly and… gracefully 😂… 😅.. I’ll see myself out, really though, I hope you’re managing well, and that you make it through this strongly, we love you and want you to be well. Much Love and Blessings.
So happy to hear anything from you!!!
Got me kinda craving for cottage cheese!
Definitely appreciate you posting here on TH-cam since I'm too stubborn to get TikTok. 😅
Thanks for all the content. I hope making it continues to help you even more than it helps us. You've got this!
I wish my dad would be open to watching these. He just finished his second round of chemo & is feeling very down about having to miss the one day he was going to try & work this week because he felt too sick. Sending all the good vibes to you & know that not only are these updates helping those diagnosed, but also the families of those going thru it too! ❤❤❤
Oh, Grace. I don't have cancer, but I have a *lot* of autoimmune stuff happening, and the side effects do overlap a bit. As a fellow cry puker, I feel you. One of the big things happening right now for me is that my hair is falling out at an alarming pace. Put my hair up in a ponytail the other day, and I'm like, "Oh, so I'm basically bald. Cool." It's a lot, what your body gives up because it decides it's expendable. I think of you often, and I really hope that things go well for you.
Oh, how I’ve missed you Grace! Watching this felt like I had my old friend back, when I was watching your videos you made in your tiny New York apartment. It’s evident that your resilience and good nature is letting this experience bring out the best in you, and I’m so appreciative of you for sharing it with me and all of us! It’s evident you feel a sense of purpose with these videos, and it makes you shine. In my little sometimes sad and lonely world, it’s so lovely to laugh with you! (As I was audibly laughing along with you throughout this entire one) it feels like being with a best friend ❤ honored to be with you on this journey
Love you Grace ! Bec from Eamon and Bec had a very thorough documentation of her breast cancer on their channel ! I hope you can find solace in their videos
i understand your secret excitement
i had a dr appt and it was the first time i left my house in a while and i felt stronger or something and completely had a movie moment in my car belting ani difranco. it was such a huge small moment
yes!!!
Laughing out loud at the "you can tell me in the comments" sounding insincere 😂 you are doing so well Grace, keep at it ❤
My mom has been through cancer 5x and I'll be through it too eventually, just genetics. I scheduled my obgyn and intend to get a mammogram. You might not know it, but being so open reminds us all to take it seriously and I thank you for that.
Hey Grace. I just wanted to say I’ve been watching you since the that damn channel days. In December 2022 I got news that I am HIV positive. I was in a country that deemed HIV illegal, so I also got deported. I started my medication a few months back, and I really relate to every single word you’re saying. Everything feels weird, there’s a sensation that you’re getting to know this ‘new body’ in a way. I have insane headaches because of the medication, oral ulcers, constipation, diarrhea, HIV rash, and lots more. I wanted to say thank you for sharing your journey, I know how hard it is to talk about these things and how tired you must be feeling. I’m so appreciative. I’m anonymously sharing my story while you’re out there being so vulnerable and unapologetically your strong self. I haven’t been seeing content that relates to me lately and this has me feeling seen. I love you so much. You got this. Like you said, all this discomfort is temporary and you will be done with it in no time. Yes no doubt this shit sucks, but you fucking rock. I love you ❤
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Yes, I DID want to know about all the side effects. Also I don't feel like I have to pee when I walk into my favorite store but I DEFINITELY have to fart. No matter the time of day or what I ate. So yeah, I really really relate
This video is very reminiscent of videos you made when I fist discovered you over 10 years ago but more vulnerable and it’s very comforting and helpful to have that feeling, especially now with how much garbage has happened collectively and individually in recent years.
Not gonna lie, this is your most honest and best content. I adore it. I love that you aren't shitting rainbows about it while keeping a really good attitude about it and putting your unique Helbig twist on it with humor and darkness at the same time. After watching you since my early 20's (I'm 37 now) I sort of grew up into adulthood with you, I really started to apply your embracing of the suck while also turning into something hilarious while not ignoring or nullifying my feelings. People have often told me that because I face both sides of things I bring comfort to them. I learn that from you and watching you do it about this particular rock in the path is very comforting to me. I don't know if that made sense. But I'm okay with it if it didn't I feel like you understand me. Do what content feels right for you but I absolutely have loved watching you start this journey and see your perspective.
I've been on and off viewing you for years. And I mean YEARS. I still quote some of your old content from your fashion photo reviews (Kesha... where's your signature...gross?). I want to share that what I LOVE about you is how you have such great word streams that stick with me. "That thought is a gentle hum in the back of my brain." "falsifying an opinion you have not expressed to me." I'm both sad and appreciative of you posting this content. It's like catching up with an old friend who gives you perspective with pure honesty and fantastic humor. You are loved, and I'm here to watch/support this journey with you. sending you light right from the heart...the heart of the butt from this fantastical dummy.
thanks so much for this sweet ass comment!!
My cousin son Ivan is going through chemo too. He had to get a nose tube so he can get his meds in. Cause he is stubborn
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I was diagnosed with breast cancer on 7/17. Completed my first chemo treatment on 8/15. Round 2 is this week 8/29. We got this 💪💪
You’re literally amazing! Also tell us how we can help!!
My dad went through this a while ago and it freaking sucks, BUT you said it it’s temporary and you’ll be just fine in a couple of months!
Do you want some book recommendations? Do you want terrible music? Just hit us up!!
Stay comfy! You’re awesome ❤ and you’re loved!
thank you! all forms of content recommendations are always welcome!
I love you Grace!! I am thinking about you. In some of the unhappiest times of my life you’ve made me smile and so I will def always be here supporting you.
You’re a motherfucking kickass woman! Go Grace! My auntie said chocolate and dog cuddles help a lot, maybe it works for you! ❤️
I’m one year post chemo and double mastectomy and would have LOVED to have this content when I was going through it. Know that what your sharing is greatly appreciated by many I’m sure.
Do your best to gain weight. I've followed you forever. Stay positive! You are loved ❤
Right there with you on the traumatic vomiting. It’s so bad! I hope it stays far away from you.
Thank you for sharing your journey. Sending you all the healing vibes ❤❤❤
I grew up with Grace back when TH-cam was a place of hilarity and not drama. And I hope she is okay.
so glad to see you taking this on with so much positivity. If you want to hear what I've been up to lately, I adopted a cat a week ago and he has absolutely stolen my heart!
I watched this in a Macdonalds parking lot, while eating Macdonalds, as a pregame before I go into an all natural fancy grocery store .. because if Grace Helbig has taught me anything in the last decade .. it’s about BALANCE! … surely this decision will result in some significant bathroom time later .. if it isn’t the consequences of my own actions!
this is a beautiful visual thank you!
Watch lots of ridiculously cute animal videos, get plenty of fresh air and you have an awesome sense of humor so that always helps. Just small steps at a time. You may not always feel brave, but you are.
I went to a Tessa Violet concert this past sunday! The show was amazing- her costumes were amazing, and Frances Forever opened for her which was a fun surprise! I'm very thankful for you showing your journey through cancer treatment. I've been fortunate to not have experienced really anyone in my life whose had cancer. And this gives me an opportunity to understand what it's like, and be able to be supportive if anyone in my life (god forbid) develops it.
Grace you are so beautiful and inspiring
I went through breast cancer in 2020. During my chemo treatments, they made me keep ice in my mouth to slow the chemo from going in that area and causing issues. I never once had a mouth sore because of it. See if your treatment center will allow that. Similar thing if you get Taxol. It can cause neuropathy in your hands and feet. New studies are showing great success with keeping your hands and feet on ice during those treatments.
One day: Let's do the Chubby Bunny challenge, next day: let's do Chemotherapy 😢
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I just want to give you a big hug. I went through several rounds of chemo for Leukemia so I feel for you and understand the sores on your lips/mouth and all the weird changes that happen. Look forward to more videos how you are going, but understand you may not be up for them often.
If you want to be a cactus, then I shall be some supportive soil for you to nestle in...I really haven't spoken to many people today
hahaha i love this and thank you
I have followed you since your New York days. Always admired and enjoyed your talent and I wish you the best. Cancer is no match for such a brave lady😘
You’re incredible, thank you for sharing with us. I do like hearing it all, the good and the bad. My aunt had stage 4 intestinal cancer and passed away a few years ago, and she had decided to not proceed with any treatments. I respect her decision and understand why she chose that, but it was difficult to watch towards the end. But even with all of that frustration, we had lots of laughs, lots of good times, and most importantly, lots of love. Sometimes I would think it was selfish to not try to fight it, and then i would think I’m selfish for even thinking that and not letting her live how she wants. In the end; what was important was the love, the laughs, and the good memories. You’ve always made me laugh and inspired me, and now even more. Thank you for sharing with us and letting us be on this journey with you a bit.