How Eileen Gianguzi embraced art and living with cancer in full color
Shay Moraga honors Eileen Gianguzi, a 2022 retreat participant, ambassador, and artist who passed away after living courageously with cancer. She reflects on Eileen's decision to embrace her art, remove her wig in 111-degree desert heat, and support fellow survivors.
What keeps a loved one's legacy alive after cancer loss? “Dear Aileen”
Shay Moraga shares a personal letter to her late friend Aileen as event planning season arrives. She describes the quiet grief of organizing non-profit milestones without her co-leader while committing to keep their shared vision alive.
We are HOPE: How community support helps cancer survivors reset and heal
Shay Moraga reflects on five years of building the grassroots non-profit Shay's Warriors and launching the inaugural I AM HOPE Survivors Reset Retreat in Coachella Valley. She celebrates bringing 25 female survivors together for a restorative weekend supported by community grants, donations, and volunteer support.
Why prioritizing your mental health is more important than you think
This article shares Shay’s Warriors Tribe Member Hannah’s honest reflections on mental health, letting go of unachievable perfectionism, and finding strength through community support during difficult life seasons.