Erica Lamar
Embracing The Fight
Welcome to Embracing The Fight, a podcast designed to normalize the conversation surrounding physical and mental health issues. I, Erica Lamar, am sharing my journey to healing from thyroid cancer to start the conversation. The goal is to get more people to open up about what they are going through. Rather than suffer in silence, using your voice can start the healing process. Follow me on social media at:Facebook: Embracing The FightTwitter: @EmbracingFightInstagram: @_embracing_the_fight_TikTok: @embracingthefight
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Episodes
Episode 28: Live Unapologetically 12.07.2023 28:01
Life happens, But when it does, learn to accept what God allows. You must encourage yourself in the process. In this episode, Erica opens up about living unapologetically and she encourages you to do the same. Choose the path that leads to your happiness and avoid suffering in silence to benefit someone else who may not even care while you are embracing the fight
Episode 27: Current Status, in the Hospital 12.07.2023 22:59
In this Episode of Embracing the Fight, Erica is recording directly from her hospital bed. On Monday, extreme pain and her first ambulance ride ever delivering her to the ER. She is currently having tests run and speaking with several doctors. In this episode, she is sharing what is the cause of this visit and a plan of action. Please subscribe, share, click like, and comment so we can help heal o...
Episode 26: Lose to Win? Just Win. 28.06.2023 23:29
In this episode of Embracing The Fight, Erica takes a moment to encourage you. She is speaking life into your situation. You must first realize that in order to be the best version of yourself, a chance must be given. That chance must then be taken. In any event, positive affirmations, daily steps, and actual attempts at your goals will eventually lead you to success. But, once must first believe....
Episode 25: Updates and Advice 22.06.2023 20:09
In this, the 25th Episode of Embracing the Fight, our digital creator and host, Erica Lamar shares updates concerning her thyroid cancer and weight loss journeys. She also shares advice concerning what your doctor visit should be like. You know the saying, a closed mouth doesn't get fed? Well, she wants you to eat- especially when it comes to feeding yourself with knowledge about your health. Prep...
Episode 24: Let's Talk 14.06.2023 21:05
In this Episode of Embracing the Fight, our host and digital creator, Erica Lamar talks about her journey with thyroid cancer and weight loss to start. However, she talks about how valuable it is to communicate openly and honestly with your children, nieces, nephews, etc. to help them be successful. You can change the world one life at a time. Start in your home. Join Erica in Embracing the Fight...
Episode 23: Stress Paralyzes Progress 07.06.2023 19:08
In this Episode of Embracing the Fight, Erica delves into how stress can cause you to look badk at your life and lose focus on the negative things. She refers to the "Hey You" Conference at the Potters House that she watched a few days ago. She was amazed by the hurt and stress we #carry that is self inflicted. Let's do the work to stop stressing. Speak positive and progress!
Episode 22: Pain is Only A Symptom 31.05.2023 34:47
In this episode of Embracing the Fight, the focus is on both physical and mental pain. Each starts off as something that we put off, until it becomes unbearable. Be encouraged to do something at the onset of pain, rather than watch it progress. In this case, it could be come unbearable or untreatable. But with both, the truth is, God is who you should consult with for both. He places people in pro...
Episode 21: Closing Chapters 24.05.2023 29:43
Have you ever received news that changed your perspective on life and how you move? Have you decided that some things have weighed on you long enough? That you are choosing the best version of yourself? As I go through this journey with thyroid cancer, I have decided to close several chapters in my life. None of them elevate me in any way, so there is no harm in letting go. Join me in closing chap...
Episode 20: Insecurity Comes from Unhealed Hurt 17.05.2023 23:40
In this Episode of Embracing the fight, I take a close look at insecurity and where it originates. By sharing some examples of unhealed hurt, you will see this is where the insecurity began in my life. When things are not dealt with, they fester and ooze into your life. They impact how you grow and move. You could be limiting yourself because of something that hurt you years ago. The suffering and...
Episode 19: The Impact of Pain 10.05.2023 25:02
In this episode of Embracing The Fight, Erica takes a look into the varying levels of pain that impact how we move. The pain she focuses on stems from both physical and mental anguish of some form. But, from pain stems purpose. Take a moment to study your pain and how you can use it to grow and help others get through theirs. Embrace the fight!
Episode 18: Inspiration, Be or Become... 03.05.2023 33:54
This episode of Embracing the Fight is a candid look into what truly inspires. Take the time to explore what makes you you. Have you ever thought about the impact that your life can have on someone else? Before you discount yourself, truly know your worth. Be or become an inspiration and watch the world change one life at a time.
Episode 17: Purposeful Relationships, Advice 26.04.2023 1:08:39
Embracing the Fight, created and hosted by Erica Lamar, was designed to help improve the communication surrounding physical and mental health issues and concerns. In this episode, the host is joined by 3 of her closest friends. Hazel, Daphne, and Kyna join the discussion concerning purposeful relationships from various viewpoints. They are recording in the beautiful city of Bangkok, Thailand! Dive...
Episode 16: Self Care is Essential for Good Health 19.04.2023 20:44
Embracing the Fight was created to help normalize the conversation surrounding physical and mental health issues and concerns. This week, Erica Lamar is focusing on self care as she journeys through thyroid cancer and overcoming obesity. When is the last time you took care of you? And how can you continue to take care of everyone else if you are not your best self?
Episode 15: Purpose Over Natural Ability 12.04.2023 18:12
This episode of Embracing the Fight is a open revelation that the digital creator and host Erica Lamar is sharing with the audience concerning her purpose in life vs. her natural abilities. How many times have we set goals and said what we wanted, when in some way, it was used to help someone else get through. Take a moment to listen to her story, as she continues to Embrace the Fight against thyr...
Episode 14: The Struggle is Real!!!! 05.04.2023 19:15
Embracing the Fight was created to help normalize the conversation surrounding physical and mental health issues and concerns. I started the conversation off with my journey surrounding thyroid cancer. As I am healing, I have been sharing other aspects of my journey. This episode is focusing on my fitness journey and the wonderful experience of the Empower Bootcamp in Wesley Chapel!!!
Episode 13: No Such Thing as Luck 29.03.2023 22:28
Embracing the Fight was created to help normalize the conversation surrounding physical and mental health issues and concerns. I started the conversation off with my journey surrounding thyroid cancer. As I am healing, I have been sharing other aspects of my journey. This week, it is about intentionality. There is no such thing as luck!
Episode 12: Speak Life 22.03.2023 32:19
Embracing the Fight was created to help normalize the conversation surrounding physical and mental health issues and concerns. In this episode, your digital creator and host, Erica Lamar is prompting you to speak life. You've always heard that life and death lie in the power of the tongue, right? In this episode, I will be sharing how this has become so for me. Even with the purest intentions, we...
Episode 11: Setting Boundaries 15.03.2023 29:32
Embracing the Fight is a podcast created by Erica Lamar that was designed to help normalize the conversation surrounding physical and mental health issues and concerns. She starts by chronicling her journey through thyroid cancer. She is openly showing how it has impacted her physically, mentally, spiritually, emotionally, and financially. She focuses on setting healthy boundaries in this episode....
Episode 10: Accountability, struggling? 08.03.2023 26:01
Embracing the Fight was created to help normalize the conversation surrounding physical and mental health issues and concerns. I, Erica Lamar, your digital creator and host am willing sharing my journey through thyroid cancer to open the conversation. In this episode, I will be giving you an in depth look at my health and wellness journey. It hasn't been easy. And if you're like me, I want you to...
Episode 9: To Thine Own Self Be True 01.03.2023 29:10
Today on Embracing the Fight, the digital creator and host, Erica Lamar takes some time to share the latest concerning her thyroid cancer journey. She then steps into the mental space and encourages us to be true to ourselves. To follow your dreams and not let some define you is how you begin. To thine own self be true. Please subscribe, like, and share all of social media platforms. Thank you in...
Episode 8: Update; It's never too late 22.02.2023 23:20
Welcome to Embracing the Fight. This podcast was designed to help normalize the conversation surrounding physical and mental health issues and concerns. This episode touches on how I am progressing in my journey with thyroid cancer. Also, there is a raw revelation about the effect of potential RAI treatment on fertility. Watch this episode to get a close glimpse of what faith and hope can look lik...
Episode 7: De Stigmatizing Mental Health 15.02.2023 33:28
This episode of Embracing the Fight is a conversation with a aspiring, clinical mental health therapy student, Andrea Fields. She sheds light on the importance of caring for your mental health. She gives a candid look into why she is currently in a Masters Program studying Clinical Mental Health. They get personal and discuss the issues we face concerning mental health today.
Episode 6: Invisible Scars of Grief 08.02.2023 45:55
Embracing the Fight is a podcast that is designed to help normalize the conversation surrounding physical and mental health issues and concerns. I, Erica Lamar, start the conversation off telling you about my journey through thyroid cancer. This process has had some ups and downs and I wanted to share the impact this process has had on me. It has caused grief. Grief is a deep sorrow and you must g...
Episode 5: Frustrations During the Fight 01.02.2023 27:09
Welcome to Embracing The Fight, the podcast that helps to normalize the conversation surrounding physical and mental health issues and concerns. This episode talks about the frustrations I have endured while going through thyroid cancer. It discusses the importance of knowing what FMLA, short term disability, long term disability, return to work documentation, and how to access and understand you...
Episode 4: Knowing Your Family Medical History 25.01.2023 28:50
Embracing The Fight is a podcast designed to help normalize the conversation surround physical and mental health issues and concerns. The more we have these conversations, the faster the healing can begin. Start with learning your Family Medical History. It can help open doors to the mystery of what is causing some of these unknown physical and mental health issues. Do you know what you inherited...
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