Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach

Going through breast cancer can throw your life into a spin. And one of the things that might cause your spin-out to speed up is considering all the changes people tell you that you have to make to be "safe" from getting cancer again. You might hear everything from changing your diet to the brand of underwear you choose. Then there's your drinking water, your cleaning products, your skin care…and...

On today's episode of the Breast Cancer Recovery Coach Podcast, we're diving deep into a topic that resonates with all of us: the concept of fairness in life. It's a universal truth that life isn't always fair, but sometimes we struggle to accept this reality, which can lead to self-sabotage. So why do we resist accepting this universal truth? To embrace the truth that life isn't fair and make con...

I'm excited to share the second edition of Tuesday Terrain Talks with you, where we discuss how to care for the terrain of our bodies .   In the Western approach to health, we often focus on treating specific issues or symptoms, but in these episodes, we're talking about how to support and treat the tissues in our body, much like we would nurture and care for the soil in a garden.    It's easy to...

It's so great to be back with another episode celebrating eight years of focusing on being a healthy lifestyle coach for breast cancer survivors.   Today, I want to dive into something that I believe many of you can relate to – the cycle we go through after a breast cancer diagnosis.    Now, don't be thrown off by the title of today's episode. We're not talking about the dreaded F word that we oft...

This week on the Breast Cancer Recovery Coach podcast, I'm introducing a new segment called "Tuesday Terrain Talks."   In addition to the normal Friday episodes, which focus on mindfulness and personal development, these talks will cover topics related to nutrition, health, and supporting the body's terrain.   As a life, health, and nutrition coach, I always emphasize the importance of a holistic...

Why is change so hard? Maybe it's because we resist and judge it rather than embrace change with curiosity, honesty, and patience while being kind to ourselves along the way. In this week's episode, we'll explore different approaches like tracking progress and seeking support, to help you create meaningful and lasting lifestyle changes. Some of the key factors in creating change are self-awareness...

In this episode, we explore the concept of survivorship plans and their crucial role in achieving and maintaining optimal wellness.   I'll share some of my personal experiences and reflections, emphasizing the importance of implementing strategies and tactics to support physical and emotional health after overcoming trauma or illness. Th is episode highlights the significance of proactive measures...

What are your thoughts about investing in y oursel f and y our health ?   H ow d o you overcome the mental barriers you have when it comes to spending money on y our self and your well-being?   It's so important to be open to seeing that you're worth whatever you need in y our li fe and to be able to receive it openly and graciously.    In this world of managing breast cancer, we all know that tre...

Today's episode is all about reducing overwhelm.    Let's face it, life can be tough, and it's easy to feel like we're drowning in everything that's going on. But here's the thing: overwhelm doesn't come from our circumstances themselves, but rather our thoughts about those circumstances.   Sometimes, we need to take a step back and intentionally decide what can wait and what needs our attention n...

In order to live a life that's better than before breast cancer, we have to stop doing the things that left us feeling, exhausted, stressed, and compromised before breast cancer.   In this week's episode of The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach Podcast, we'll talk about all the ways that our conditioning to be "good girls" stops us from honoring our healthy boundaries, practicing self-compassion, and p...

After breast cancer treatment, it can be difficult to begin or resume a healthy lifestyle , especially when physical and emotional energy is low  or the body is in pain.   Breast cancer treatment, such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation, can take a toll on the body, leaving you feeling exhausted and depleted. This exhaustion can make it challenging to engage in regular exercise, plan healthy...

If there's one thing I learned from breast cancer, it's that there's no time to waste on bad books, terrible movies, unfulfilling work, or negative people in this precious short life.   But there are also too many wonderful experiences, skills to learn, places to see, and amazing people to spend time with to let life go by without intentionally putting energy into the things I love or think I migh...

Life is not always an easy journey and when cancer is a part of it can be tough to find the balance between fighting, and surrendering.   As I navigate living with metastatic disease and focus on doing "all the right things" I've found that the fight subtly sneaks in and inevitably leads me to the one place…frustration.   In this week's show, we'll talk about what happens when we slip into "push-t...

Have you felt afraid to evolve and change yo ur li fe   because of the fear of what others may think or the potential discomfort that comes with self-exploration ?   Our brains are wired to protect us, so when we encounter something that seems dangerous or unfamiliar, we may feel a sense of resistance.    But, by not allowing ourselves to explore new possibilities, we limit our growth and our pote...

In this episode, we 'll discuss the importance of shifting your mentality around food from diet or a way to manage weight to understanding that food can act as a metabolic therapy.   While many breast cancer survivors focus on losing weight as a way to reduce their risk of cancer recurrence, research shows that food can play a critical role in reducing inflammation, supporting immune function, and...

Being diagnosed with breast cancer is a life-changing experience that can make us reassess our priorities and goals. It can also bring new clarity and focus to our lives.   Living with intention means making conscious choices about how we want to live our lives. It means being intentional about the people we spend time with, the activities we engage in, and the goals we set for ourselves. Living w...

Many breast cancer survivors feel pressure to make changes in their lives, such as adopting a healthier lifestyle or making major career changes. However, it's important to understand that change can be difficult and requires a level of readiness.   It's okay to acknowledge that you're not ready for change, and it's important to take the time to process your experiences and emotions before embarki...

Many times when we begin the process of self- examination, we begin to realize why we have certain behaviors, fears, and resentments.   But knowing why is just the beginning .   Next, you have to learn how to process the pain, understand how it continues to influence you now, and learn how to let it go.   If you don't do that, you stay stuck because the limiting beliefs from your past negative exp...

If you're anything like the one thousand Americans surveyed by BirchBox in the study below, You need to listen to episode #226 of The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach Podcast.   This study found that:   Gen Zers are most likely to feel burnt out (73%), followed by Millennials (57%) and Gen Xers (54%), while Boomers and up are less likely to feel burnt out (39%).   Just over one in five (21%) have let...

When I did my training at The Life Coach School, one of the concepts we studied was the idea that life is fifty-fifty. Fifty percent of the time things go pretty smoothly, and things feel like they're all good, and fifty percent of the time we're faced with challenges. Now challenges can be difficult but the idea of fifty-fifty doesn't necessarily mean they're bad. After all, we learn a lot from l...

Have you given up on making new year's resolutions or setting new goals because they haven't stuck in the past? Or have you decided to give one another a shot for 2023 but you really don't know how you're going to succeed at it?' In this episode, I'll give you three questions to consider that will help you see why your goals have fallen off the radar in the past and how to manifest what you want f...

There are some things I see women do a lot of:   -Criticize themselves   -Judge themselves   -Belittle themselves   -Minimize their accomplishments   There are some things I want to see women do more of:   -Praise themselves   -Embrace their self-worth   -Set healthy boundaries   -Acknowledge their value    We start a new year in two days, and I'd love to see you take the habit of celebrating your...

Getting through a hard time and processing a hard time are two very different things.   When we just get through things, that often includes stuffing our emotions, denying ourselves the right to feel, and ultimately creating even deeper trauma.   Processing a difficult is exactly the opposite.    It's giving yourself space and grace and time and compassion.   It's allowing yourself to get the supp...

This is the time of year when we experience so many emotions:   Gratitude   Joy   Stress Loneliness Sadness Love Generosity Scarcity   Holidays, family, and social engagements can trigger all of these emotions at different times, especially when those we've lost come to mind.   A powerful lesson I've learned as I have processed losing loved ones over the years is that we can give ourselves the gra...