New habits are easiest to learn when approached in a structured manner. That’s why in this program, we also follow a fixed structure. This way, you know what to expect and it becomes easier to stick with it. Each week, you’ll encounter the same components. In the introduction, I’ll let you know what we’ll be discussing that week. We start the week with a challenge that is supported by theory. I believe that the better you understand something, the easier it becomes to adapt your behavior accordingly. Using a familiar step-by-step plan, you’ll engage with it throughout the entire week. At the end of the week, in the evaluation, we’ll look back on what you’ve learned, discovered, and improved.

In the theory, i’ve highlighted some sentences. These are the core of the story. So, pay extra attention! Experiences of people in a similar situation are quoted throughout the course, they’re there to help you hear how others with the same struggles solved them. Sometimes I want to give you an additional practical tip, you’ll find them scattered throughout.

In the first part of the program, you will use this book intensively. Start by reading the introduction, the challenge, and the theory. This way, you’ll be well-prepared to begin. The energy diary requires a few minutes of your time at the beginning and end of the day. You can also prepare the steps for the next day in the evening.

In the second part of the program, this book becomes slightly less important. You’ll gradually start to feel more confident in how to approach things on your own. The challenges and theory will still be there. The diaries are less intensive, but make sure to continue filling them out daily. This way, you’ll get the most out of it for yourself.

If after four weeks you feel like you haven’t found enough balance yet, you can download the weekly schedules again and keep filling them out. Take your time!

If the eight weeks are up and you’re looking for more, consider checking out the follow-up program, STRONG after cancer. In that program, you’ll continue to work on your endurance and focus on building muscle strength.