My name is Taylor Sapp. I am 34 years old and I am living with Metastatic breast cancer, stage 4. This is an incurable diagnosis. Faith over fear is a popular daily affirmation slogan for individuals navigating Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer (MBC). It represents choosing hope, resilience, and living in the present over the heavy emotional and physical weight of an incurable diagnosis. This has become my daily affirmation.

In July 2025, at just 33 years old, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Just four months later, in November 2025, I received the devastating diagnosis of metastatic breast cancer. I was originally told this was an early-stage breast cancer, stage 0 to be exact. After biopsies and surgery, I was considered Stage 3. After a CT scan, it was found that I had lung metastasis, changing this diagnosis completely. I went from early-stage breast cancer to a terminal diagnosis in a matter of a few months. I have gone through a double mastectomy surgery, which was grueling. I have had reconstruction surgery, several biopsies, countless amounts of bloodwork, and several other procedures to help combat this diagnosis.

This diagnosis brings along a scary prognosis. Most get 2-5 years, 5 years if you are extremely lucky. I am married to my husband, also named Taylor! So yes, we have the same name! We have a 4-year-old daughter, Kensington. This diagnosis as a 34-year-old young mom, is extremely hard to understand and come to terms with. People my age are excelling in their careers, growing their families, enjoying vacations, and all the exciting things; while I’m living in a constant fear of my future. Will I see my daughter go to school? Will I miss her prom, driving, going off to college and all the tiny moments in between? Will I be able to grow old with my husband? Will I become a burden on my husband and daughter if my diagnosis takes a turn for the worst? It’s the day-to-day uncertainty that is so hard to wrap my mind around.

Since all of this over the last year, my perspective on breast cancer has changed forever. Living with metastatic breast cancer means that my future depends on continued research, medical advancements, and the development of better treatments. It’s about giving people like me more time, more options, and the opportunity to live a full and meaningful life. I want to be part of creating a future where a breast cancer diagnosis doesn’t come with the same fear and uncertainty that it does today. I’ve said from the start, if my story can help someone else prevent breast cancer by creating awareness, then it was well worth it! I have since then started sharing my story more frequently and trying to educate those around me on breast cancer and signs to watch out for. I have been more present in volunteering for cancer events and sharing my story on our local news station to bring awareness. My biggest take from this is that cancer does not discriminate on age. I was a very active and healthy person prior to this diagnosis.

I am so incredibly grateful for everyone who has supported me throughout this journey. For all those that have shared my story, prayed for me, checked in on me, or simply stood beside me—they have made a difference. I hope that I can continue advocacy so that I can make a difference in others’ lives and advocate against this horrible disease. Finding joy is the midst of this struggle and sadness is SO important! We all deserve joy, no matter what that may look like.