In July, when I was diagnosed with cancer, I was having to schedule a lot of last minute medical appointments which caused me to have to cancel many of my classes which hurt my statistics. Your stats are one of the things that parents likely look at when booking teachers. I was also nervous about what my treatment would do to my appearance. Recently, after one of my former students made a bunch of booking requests, I finally opened some slots again. I feel like I do look older and will have to wear a hat or scarf but am teaching again (the first time since July) today. I also noticed that another former student booked a slot last night. I may be living with what I have for years so I need to stop limiting myself.