Living Life with Cancer

In this episode, we explore cancer burnout—what I often call being “soul tired”—and the very real, often unspoken experience of long-term emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion that comes with living with cancer. This conversation is for anyone who is navigating life with cancer and finding themselves worn down in ways they didn’t expect, and is meant to offer perspective, steadiness, and lang...

In this episode, we explore the hidden cost of re-deciding the same thing over and over again—and why it’s not indecision, but a lack of self-trust that keeps you stuck in mental loops. This conversation is for anyone who is high-functioning, capable, and used to making big decisions—but finds themselves exhausted by overthinking, second-guessing, and not following through. It’s meant to offer per...

In this episode, we explore why the small things you can’t seem to get done take up so much mental space — and what’s actually keeping you stuck in the loop of thinking about them without moving forward. This conversation is for anyone who feels capable but overwhelmed, especially women living with cancer or navigating a life that no longer fits the old rules, and is meant to offer clarity, perspe...

In this episode, we explore the tension between what you feel like you should be doing and what you actually want to do — especially when time and energy feel limited . This conversation is for anyone who feels pulled in multiple directions at once, stuck between responsibilities and connection , and is meant to offer perspective and a gentle reframe rather than answers or fixes . In this episode,...

In this episode, we explore what proactive self-care really means — especially for women navigating fatigue, uncertainty, and demanding seasons of life . This conversation is for anyone who feels like they’re constantly pushing through exhaustion or caring for everyone else first , and is meant to offer perspective and steadiness rather than answers or fixes . In this episode, we touch on: Reframi...

In this episode, we’re talking about the complicated, emotional, identity-shifting question of whether or not to return to work after a cancer diagnosis. This isn’t just about logistics or finances. It’s about purpose. It’s about identity. It’s about who you are outside of your roles — and who you’re allowed to become now. If you love your job but aren’t sure your body can do it the way it used to...

In this episode we are talking fatigue. The real kind. The kind that makes you think, “There is no way I can commit to something for 90 days.” This conversation is for anyone who wants to do the 90 Day Challenge between scans but keeps hearing the thought, “I’m too tired,” and is meant to give you a different way to look at your energy — not to push you, fix you, or tell you to try harder. In this...

In this episode, we explore what it really means to set a goal — especially in a life that moves in 90-day scan cycles. This conversation is for anyone who feels stuck between scans, unsure how to use the time in front of them, and is meant to offer perspective and ignition rather than answers or fixes. In this episode, we touch on: – Why “vanilla goals” aren’t actually the point – How your brain...

In this episode, we explore why our minds fixate on cancer (and then NOT wanting to think about it) and where the real exhaustion comes from. Pro tip: it is not from the thoughts themselves, but from fighting them. This conversation is for anyone living with cancer who feels stuck in the loop of thinking about it, judging themselves for it, and wishing they could just “move on.” It’s here to offer...

In this episode, I invite you to imagine me as your pocket coach, someone you can carry with you when your brain starts spiraling or putting you on trial. This conversation is for anyone who is hard on themselves, caught in self-judgment, or quietly telling themselves they’ve failed, and it’s meant to offer perspective, relief, and steadiness rather than answers or fixes. In this episode, we touch...

In this episode, we explore the idea of outsourcing our humanity — and what happens when we hand our inner authority over to rules, tools, and ideals about how we’re “supposed” to feel or live. This conversation is for anyone who feels pressure to do life “right,” manage their emotions perfectly, or achieve some imagined standard of constant happiness. It is meant to offer reflection, steadiness,...

In this episode, we explore what happens when clarity isn’t missing — it’s just been forgotten. This conversation is for anyone who feels smart, thoughtful, and capable… yet oddly stuck or confused — and is meant to offer orientation and relief rather than answers or fixes. In this episode, we touch on: – How confusion can point to a decision you’ve already made, but haven’t fully held – The diffe...

In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to slow down and remember that you already have everything you need — because you are everything you need. You’ll hear me unpack how radical acceptance isn’t passive — it’s a bold, punk rock form of self-trust that brings you back into alignment with your own wisdom. We’ll explore how to stop fighting life like it’s a firehose, and instead,...

Join me for this fun episode where I share some off the cuff straight from the heart real life real time things. I may or may not cry a bit at the end - but from the best space possible: the one where you finally give yourself permission to not push, not drag and not force yourself to do the giant stack of "shoulds" and instead, offer yourself permission to go and have fun and feel great about doi...

So many of my clients — and nearly every cancer patient I know — carry this quiet, heavy belief: “I should be able to do more.” More coping. More patience. More clarity. And beneath that is the fear: “Am I falling short?” In this episode, I offer a powerful reframe — one that lets you hold your truth and lighten the load. You’ll learn a simple metaphor for the mental weight you’ve been carrying, a...

In this episode, we’re talking about what to do when you feel unsupported — even when you’re surrounded by people who love you. That lonely ache of why don’t they just get it? It’s not a sign that you’re broken. It’s an invitation to lead — not by managing others, but by leading yourself with creativity, clarity, and a dash of mischief (enter: the Chamber of Neglect). Your key takeaways are: How r...

In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to build your Dream Team during cancer scans—and why that team might begin with you. I’m sharing a very personal story about a recent scan where everything seemed to go wrong: blown veins, multiple pokes, miscommunication, and finally—me walking out of the lab. But instead of spiraling, I made a decision that reflected deep self-trust. Your...

In this episode, we are talking about how to actively create joy in your life while living with cancer. Your key takeaways are a 5-step process to rediscover joy, practical ways to overcome guilt about feeling happy during treatment, and how to transform your daily routines with 'joy anchors' that reconnect you with meaningful experiences. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe wherev...

In this episode we are talking about mastering self-connection during your cancer journey. Your key takeaways are practical ways to build a stronger relationship with yourself through awareness practices, emotional honesty, self-dating, and becoming your own best supporter - all to help you navigate the unique sensation of isolation (while surrounded by love) that can come with your cancer journey...

In this episode of Living Life with Cancer, we explore the concept of the "Brain Bus" - a fun and practical way to understand the different thought patterns that show up during your cancer journey. What You'll Learn: Meet Your Brain Bus Characters : Discover how to identify the different "characters" in your mind like The Inspector and The Calendar Queen, and understand their positive and negative...

Ever wonder if what you're feeling is normal? In this episode, I break down the real stages of living with cancer - based on nearly 9 years of observation and 4 years working with cancer patients. You'll learn: The 4 distinct stages everyone goes through - from Surviving to Flourishing (and why you can't skip any of them!) Why year one feels so overwhelming (and what's actually happening behind th...

In this episode we are doing something a little different. This episode is a webinar I hosted for the ALK+ Foundation weekly ALKtALK discussions. It is all about the 3 steps to create a Merry & Mindful Holiday season! You will learn the three primary things you can do to set yourself up for an amazing holiday season where you feel focused, empowered and joyful! If you enjoyed this episode, mak...

In this episode we are talking about the skills (and beliefs) you will develop in coaching - because it's about the journey of who you are becoming along the way to living and thriving...not in spite of your cancer, but because you have mastered the art of believing in YOU and your potential Your key takeaways are simple: take a leap of faith today and decide "Heather is right about ALL of this" a...

In this episode we are talking about being IN possibilities for yourself, it's the first step of creating a new thought to think to help you upgrade how you are thinking and how you are feeling. Your key takeaways are: Knowing that your brain is your most valuable tool and you can use it like a muscle at the gym by practicing being in possibility for yourself. Holding the juxtaposition of how you...

In this episode we are talking about making decisions from a place of power. Our brains LOVE to indulge in indecision. Because sometimes we CHOOSE to indulge in confusion - because it feels safer than taking action. Your brain says that it takes less effort to stay stuck than it does to make a simple decision that will alter your reality. And every single reason your brain tells you is the THING t...