Radiation is the next step in my breast cancer treatment, and stepping into this phase brings a mix of clarity, uncertainty, and unexpected calm. In this post, I share what I’ve learned so far — the difference between full and partial breast radiation, what the daily appointments involve, the side effects I’m preparing for, and the emotional layers that come with it. If you’re entering this phase too, I hope this gives you company.

Feeling lost in medical reports and acronyms? This post explains breast cancer terms, staging, and what’s on your report—without the overwhelm.