What helps someone move from fear to hope after hearing the words “you have cancer”?

In this heartfelt episode of Hope in the Face of Cancer, Sandra Beno shares how her breast cancer diagnosis changed the course of her life and deepened her commitment to serving others. Sandra opens up about navigating treatment while raising young children, balancing work as a high-level executive, and learning how to advocate for herself during one of the hardest seasons of her life.

She talks about the power of community, faith, and finding small ways to regain control during treatment. From coloring books and gratitude notes to building a support network and focusing on progress one step at a time, Sandra offers practical tools and emotional encouragement for anyone facing cancer or caring for someone who is. She also shares why she now mentors cancer patients one-on-one and how her work with CanCare helps bring hope to families across the country.

This conversation is a reminder that even in the hardest seasons, you are stronger than you think, and you never have to walk through cancer alone.

Highlights:

· Learn how to advocate for yourself when medical information feels overwhelming.

· Hear practical ways to stay emotionally grounded during chemotherapy and treatment.

· Discover how caregivers can support loved ones without feeling powerless.

· Understand why community and connection matter so much during a cancer journey.

· Find encouragement for navigating life after treatment and embracing a new normal.

Mentioned Resources:

CanCare- www.cancare.org

About the Guest:

Sandra Beno is a breast cancer survivor, seasoned executive, and lifelong mentor. A wife, mother, and woman of faith, Sandra faced her diagnosis with honesty, resilience, and grace, leaning on her faith and family to carry her through. Since then, she has personally walked alongside more than 30 cancer patients one on one, offering comfort and presence in their hardest days. Sandra serves as Board Chair of CanCare