Let’s frame this discussion based on people diagnosed and living with cancer. On a populational group and individual level, their experiences may seem similar – all are living with a type of cancer, going through treatment, and adapting to life with this diagnosis. However, below surface level, there are significant individual differences, such as earlier experiences, societal influences, beliefs (cultural and environmental), perceptions, cognitive schema, relationships with their healthcare team, family, responsibilities; the list is endless.