Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach

One of the most valuable lessons I've learned is this: If it matters to you, you have to make time for it. Because if you don't pause to reflect on how you're spending your time, you'll end up reacting to life—instead of  living it on purpose . In this episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , I share: • A personal story about recognizing when life's rhythm no longer aligned with what mattere...

Can you be a  positive  person and still have hard days? The truth is— yes . And not only is it okay, it's  necessary  for healing. In this week's episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , we're talking about the emotional tug-of-war so many survivors experience: the pressure to "stay positive" while navigating very real challenges, fears, and hard emotions. You'll learn: • Why emotional inde...

Every January, we set goals with the best of intentions… But by the time spring arrives, most of those resolutions have quietly faded away. It's not because we don't want growth. It's because we rarely make space for it. In this episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , I share: • Why most goals fail—not from lack of effort, but from  mental clutter • How old, unhelpful thought patterns can b...

"The most powerful words in the Universe are the ones we say to ourselves."  — Marie Forleo What stories are you telling yourself as you move into this new year? In this episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , we're unpacking the quiet, unquestioned thought patterns that shape how we see ourselves, our healing, and what we believe is possible. You'll learn: • How everyday self-talk becomes...

My sister always says,  "She's an open book." But being open? That's not always easy—especially when the story isn't one you ever expected to tell. In this deeply personal episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , I'm sharing something I never imagined I'd have to say. It's the most difficult episode I've ever recorded—and the most vulnerable I've ever been. But I believe that healing happens...

How often do you say,  "I'm just so overwhelmed" … or silently push through, pretending you're not? Overwhelm can sneak up on us—and when we ignore it, it doesn't go away. It builds in our minds  and  our bodies. In this episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , we'll explore: • Why overwhelm isn't just a mindset—it's a full-body experience • How to recognize the signs of mental  and  physica...

"Pain is inevitable, but suffering is optional." – Buddhist proverb In this episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , we explore a powerful truth: while pain is part of life—especially after a diagnosis like cancer— how  we experience that pain, and whether we stay stuck in it, is something we can begin to shift. You'll hear: • Why we minimize, compare, or hide our suffering • How avoiding em...

A cancer diagnosis changes you. Your body. Your mind. Your view of life itself. And when treatment ends, you might find yourself thinking,  "Now what?" Feeling lost, disconnected, or unsure of what's next is more common than you think. In this episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , I share: • How breast cancer shifted my own path and perspective • What to do when you feel like your old lif...

When we think of healing, we often go straight to diet and exercise… But what if the real healing starts deeper— with your emotions ? In this episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , we explore the often overlooked energy of emotional attachment—and how it can keep you stuck in pain, stress, and even physical illness long after the original wound. You'll learn: • How unresolved emotions can...

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself: "Do I truly want to live… or do I just not want to die?" It's a powerful distinction. And it might be one you've never considered—especially after facing a diagnosis like breast cancer. In this episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , we explore: • The difference between fear of dying and the will to live • Why this shift in mindset matters more than yo...

Let's talk about something no one talks about  enough :  vaginal health after breast cancer . Up to  70% of postmenopausal women  experience vaginal atrophy and dryness after treatment— 20% more  than women who haven't gone through cancer. And yet, many are left to suffer in silence. In this episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , I'm joined by survivor  Kelly Jabbusch  and Physician Assist...

Are your choices rooted in love—or in fear? In this powerful episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , I'm inviting you to step away from the fear of recurrence and diagnosis… and instead move toward  love —for your body, your mind, and the life you want to live. You'll hear: • Why fear can quietly drive your thoughts, habits, and healing • How to rebuild trust with yourself and your body aft...

Your skin tells the story of your life—through acne, glow-ups, aging, menopause, and yes… even breast cancer treatment. In this week's episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , I sit down with  Lee Nivinskus, NP , Medical Director and Owner of the Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center in Chino Hills, California, for a powerful and eye-opening conversation on  skin health and rejuvenation —especia...

This week on Better Than Before Breast Cancer , I'm honored to welcome Cyndi Cook for a powerful conversation about something rarely talked about openly: life after breast cancer without reconstruction . Did you know nearly half of women who undergo breast cancer treatment do not have reconstruction? For some, it's a deeply personal choice. For others, it's not a choice at all. Either way, this co...

She was just 30 when cancer turned her world upside down… In this inspiring Breast Cancer Awareness Month episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , I sit down with author and survivor  Karen Iverson —a woman who took a devastating diagnosis and rebuilt her life into something even more meaningful. Karen shares: • Her powerful story of being diagnosed at a young age • How she found strength, j...

I promised you a month of inspiration for breast cancer awareness month so here's a special bonus! My October series of webinars, How to Revive Your Life After Breast Cancer, are super popular but…even in a pandemic people have busy schedules. I've had several messages asking for different times, so I decided to give you the entire webinar in the form of a bonus podcast. In this bonus episode, you...

🎗️ Breast Cancer Awareness Month means something different to everyone. For survivors, this month can stir up a mix of emotions—hope, strength, gratitude… but also anxiety, grief, and overwhelm. With inspiring stories often shared alongside frightening statistics, it can be hard to stay grounded in your own healing. In this episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , I'll walk with you through:...

🧠 We talk about food. We talk about fitness. But mental health? That still feels off-limits for so many. In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, I'm breaking down the taboos around mental wellness and inviting you to see it for what it truly is: a vital part of healing and living well—just like diet, movement, and sleep. You'll learn: • Why your mental health matters as much as your...

Ever felt completely  alone —even in a room full of people? That deep sense of disconnection often has less to do with the people around us… and more to do with the  stories we tell ourselves . In this episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , we're talking about: • How your thoughts can create emotional isolation (without you even realizing it) • Why your brain defaults to negative narrative...

Cholesterol isn't just about what you eat—and after cancer treatment or with aging, your body's needs can shift in surprising ways. In this episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , we're digging into the  truth about cholesterol  and what really drives your numbers up (or brings them down). Spoiler: it's not always the eggs! You'll learn: • Why limiting dietary cholesterol may not be the ful...

💔 Do you have a toxic relationship… with your own  body ? After breast cancer—or any illness—it's easy to feel betrayed by your body. Maybe it doesn't look or feel the way you want it to. Maybe you've judged it, ignored it, or pushed it too hard trying to "fix" it. But what if the path to healing starts with compassion, not control? In this episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , I share:...

💔 Breast cancer changes your life—but not always in the ways you think. In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer , we're having an honest conversation about what cancer has actually done to your life… and what you might be allowing to happen in the aftermath. You'll hear: • Why the hardest part of life after breast cancer may not be the cancer itself • How other people's actions—and yo...

🌀 Processing emotions isn't easy—especially after trauma. But it  is  essential to healing. In this week's episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , I'm sharing one of my favorite tools for emotional recovery. It's  simple, free, and powerful —and it can make a real difference in how you feel, think, and move forward after breast cancer. You'll hear: • Why unprocessed emotions keep us stuck...

🎉  100 episodes!  This one's a celebration—of growth, transformation, and every survivor who's been part of this journey. In this very special episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , I'm looking back at the  10 most popular episodes  from the first 100 recordings. I'll share behind-the-scenes stories, meaningful moments, and the lessons that have shaped not just this podcast, but the lives...

🌀 "Why don't I feel like myself anymore?" If you've asked this after breast cancer, you're not alone—and you're not broken. The truth is, no one hands us a guidebook for life  after  cancer. We're left to navigate the emotional and physical shifts on our own… and that can feel overwhelming. In this episode of  Better Than Before Breast Cancer , I'll share: • Why feeling "lost" after treatment is...