A Different View Of Pain

After cancer, chemo, and a mastectomy — my perspective has changed

Shefali O'Hara

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Photo by Rebekah Vos on Unsplash

Today while roasting cauliflower in my oven, I accidentally touched the hot oven with the inside of my arm. I yelled “ouch” and the person who was with me expressed sympathy. It hurt, but I laughed it off.

As someone who is battling cancer, I have a new perspective on pain.

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Shefali O'Hara

Cancer survivor, writer, engineer. BSEE from MIT, MSEE, and MA in history. Love nature, animals, books, art, and interesting discussions.