Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach

In today's episode, we d ive into an area that you will surely  resonate with - the profound emotional journey that accompanies physical healing.    It's incredible to realize that, unlike physical pain from a past event, emotional pain resurfaces powerfully when we recall it.   For example, most of us are carrying little ' T' trauma s from impactful childhood experiences that are affecting our he...

In this episode of  The Better Than Before Breast Cancer Podcast , I'll give you a glimpse of a vital piece of a healthy lifestyle that many people overlook or simply refuse to do.   Many of us have thoughts like:   -"I don't know why I can't lose weight."   -"I used to be able to make healthier choices."   -"I just can't figure out what to do."   But what if, instead of dwelling in confusion, we...

This episode dives into our complex emotional journey  after a breast cancer diagnosis.    Healing and navigating life aren't linear process es . While having a positive outlook is essential, it's equally important to be realistic and accept the truth, however uncomfortable it might be.   The truth of cancer is that it's a mix of good scans, challenging outcomes, and the back-and-forth of emotions...

How would you like to:   Decrease your risk of injuries.   Help your joints move through their full range of motion.   Increase muscle blood flow.   Enable your muscles to work most effectively.   Improve your ability to do daily activities.   Without having to spend a penny or breaking a sweat?   Friends, one of the magic keys to feeling well is to have a flexible body.    No, you don't have to b...

O ne of the most incredible things about going through tough times is finding people who truly understand what we've been through. Misery loves company, they say, but I believe more often than not , we seek connections with those who have come out on the other side of their struggles with stories of hope.   We have to remember that we can't control what life throws our way or other people's behavi...

Would you like a way to support your health that's not only free but will actually save you money?   Are you interested in:   Lowering your blood sugar   Improving your insulin sensitivity   Improving your memory   Lowering your resting heart rate   Improving your sensitivity to your cancer treatments   This episode is for you.    On today's Tuesday Terrain Talk, I'll give you insights that go bey...

It's tough to choose only four life lessons over the course of dealing with cancer for twelve years, but this final lesson to close out my twelve-year celebration had to be in the top four.   This is not only a lesson to support a healing mindset, but it's a lesson that supports a life of self-love and the guilt-free self-care.   Learning how to adopt an abundant money mindset is a must when it co...

The most common concern I hear after breast cancer is what should I eat?   Closely followed by:   How do I lose weight?   How do I motivate myself to exercise?   But it's rare for people to focus first on managing emotions and reducing stress.   Maybe it's because we don't realize the powerful impact that the mind has on the body.   Or maybe we think life is supposed to be stressful, hard, and ful...

There are things our human brains have done for so long that we decide at some point that's just the way it has to be. We learn to live with the brain's negative bias. We think fear has power over us. And we compare ourselves in the harshest way to other people and to other versions of ourselves. In this episode I'll share three ways that thoughts of comparison stunt us in our lives. I'll offer mi...

If you've ever struggled with tossing and turning at night, you're probably familiar with the commonly used supplement, melatonin.   Most of us know melatonin and the sleep hormone.    It's what our bodies make when it's time to go to bed, right?   Well, yes.    But did you know that the amount of melatonin that your brain produces at night is only about 5% of what your body makes?   So where does...

The thought of healing used to bring me visions of warm, cozy places, comforting food and gentle behaviors. Then I was diagnosed with breast cancer and when I stepped into the space of healing, the mask came off and I had to get to know it for what it really was. Not cozy, not soft, not easy…talk about a wolf in sheep's clothing. But as I became more familiar with that wolf, I saw it was a space r...

I'm a firm believer that a healthy body starts with healthy nutrition, which means eating quality food.    When it comes to plants, that quality starts with the quality and the nutrients in the soil they grow in.   Not all cauliflower is created equal ly.   In today's Tuesday Terrain talk you'll hear from Amy Sapola , Clinical Pharmacist , Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner ,...

A diagnosis of breast cancer is scary, eye-opening, frustrating, and challenging, and if we allow it to be, it's a powerful teacher.   This month as I approach the 12-year anniversary since my first diagnosis of breast cancer, I reflect on all the lessons I've learned along the way…so far.   It's true that time can lessen the intensity of the fear and trauma of a diagnosis and treatment, but one t...

If you've ever felt out of control when it comes to food, this is an episode you don't want to miss.  Have you ever considered that food and how you've conditioned yourself to eat are bigger problems than your willpower?  In this episode, I'll tell you all about hyper-palatable foods. These foods are extra tasty because of the combination of fats, sugar, salts, and carbohydrates in them. They are...

Sometimes we get so caught up in the little things that we don't realize our brain is using up valuable energy on things that aren't that important to life.   On the other end of the spectrum are the fleeting thoughts that spark powerful emotions, yet we don't bother to invest the energy into them that they really deserve.   Why does this even matter?   What result does it create in your life when...

Are EMFs dangerous? How much effort should you put into reducing blue light exposure? Do electronics and cell phones cause cancer? Do you really need to think about this? On this week's Tuesday Terrain Talk, I'll tell you what the science says about E.M.F.s, blue light and why worrying about these things may be a distraction from what's really important. To unplug or not to unplug might be more ab...

In this episode of The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach Podcast, we'll talk about the common but untrue belief that healing, recovery, and downtime a re unproductive parts of our lives .    We live in a society that glorifies constant busyness and productivity, but in doing so, we neglect our bodies' signals for rest and recovery. We tell ourselves that we should always be doing something; when we can...

In this short episode of Tuesday Terrain Talk s, you'll hear all about a food I was recently introduced to and learned to love as an easy step to incorporate healthy fats and lots of nutrients into my diet.   As you work to support the health of your body, simple, easy, and delicious is the route I always recommend when it comes to food.   Today's tip will give you all of that and more .   This ep...

I've always thought t here's something magical about how  stories and analogies can make complex concepts more relatable and understandable. I mean, who doesn't love a good story, right?   Back in my school days, I always appreciated teachers who could transform a subject into a captivating tale we could all connect with. It just made things so relatable for me.   In this episode, I want to share...

On the latest episode of Tuesday Terrain Talks, we dive into the juicy world of whole food lemons, unraveling their numerous health benefits.   This episode is a must-listen for everyone looking to add a zest of health to their diet.    When life gives us lemons, we should wholeheartedly welcome them into our kitchens, not just for their tartness but for their plethora of benefits. T his small cit...

Are there certain things in life that you avoid because you don't like the way they make you feel?   The other day my husband and I were watching a show where a young couple had huge stacks of mail sitting around unopened because they hated the way they felt when they went through their bills.   Even though they had enough money to pay their bills, the stories they told themselves around money lef...

If I told you there was something that could support an improved memory, moods, and concentration; support a healthy weight and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and type two diabetes, and that this was just the short list of its benefits. Oh, and that it is available to everyone and completely free…would you want it? Well, friend, there is such a thing and it's called good sleep health. I...

I think the biggest motivating factor that led me to become a life coach for breast cancer survivors was hearing the fear and powerlessness in the voices of the women I met during my own experience and recovery. I wanted to do whatever I could to help them find their power again. I wanted to help them find ways to feel confident and to believe that they could find joy in their days, in their relat...

In today's Tuesday Terrain Talk Episode of The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach Podcast, we'll dive into the overwhelming world of water filtration. I'll simplify the abundance of confusing information when it comes to how safe or clean our water is and what to consider when you think about using a filtration system.   The vast amount of information and options available ma k e it challenging to disti...

Let's dive into the topic of emotional processing and its significance in the healing journey.   Exploring emotions, stories, and the stress we create for ourselves is powerful but uncomfortable work.    In today's episode of the Breast Cancer Recovery Coach Podcast, I hope to encourage you to embrace vulnerability, let go of personas, and find self-compassion and growth .   W hatever you're going...