Desperate or Genius? Learn How This Young Woman Stuck It to Cancer

Turning Desperation to Empowerment

So, Shell decided to turn what had begun as a desperate coping mechanism, a stretch to escape from the depression and anxiety of chemotherapy and nightmares, into a global force to empower women dealing with the struggle of hair loss and chemotherapy. 

By being brave enough to betray societal expectations of perfection, Shell joined the small number of women who are speaking out, changing the dialogue on cancer treatment and recovery.