Nourishing Body & Mind–Group 6-Week Class: Overview
Class Overview
At Iris, we understand that living with cancer brings emotional challenges alongside the physical ones. Nourishing Body & Mind is a 6-week, small-group class designed to support both your nutrition and mental well-being.
This welcoming class offers gentle guidance through the complexities of food, eating, and the inner struggles that can follow a cancer diagnosis. With a focus on mindfulness and self-compassion, you’ll explore real-life situations and build confidence in making choices that feel right for you.
Whether it’s understanding the role of sugar in cancer, finding simple ways to eat more vegetables, adjusting to a body changed by treatment, or coping with pressure to “eat right,” this class provides practical tools and kind support.
Co-led by oncology therapist Jessica Fox and oncology dietitian/nutritionist Stephanie Meyers, you’ll find meaningful connection, thoughtful guidance, and ways to bring more ease to your relationship with food—and yourself.
✅ Class Details
6 weekly sessions with hands-on lessons and takeaways—Wednesdays, 4–5 PM ET | April 16 – May 21
Small-group for personalized, interactive experience
Held via Zoom, hosted by experts in cancer survivorship
🔄 What to Expect Each Week
Each session includes a brief lesson, guided reflection or discussion, and time for questions. You’ll receive weekly materials to support your learning between classes.
📩 How to Prepare
You'll receive the Zoom link and materials via email before every class.
A journal or notebook can be helpful for reflections, but isn’t required.
Come as you are. If you're comfortable, having your camera on can help us feel more connected as a group.
Review: Group Norms & Confidentiality: Creating a Supportive Space Together
📝 Weekly Materials
April 16—Week 1: Nourishing Body & Mind–Week 1: What is Self-Compassion?
April 23—Week 2: Nourishing Body & Mind–Week 2: The 9 Types of Hunger
April 30—Week 3:
May 7—Week 4:
May 14—Week 5:
May 21—Week 6:
🙋♀️ Questions?
Reach out to your Iris Care Team or Message Stephanie M. if you have any questions about the class.
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