Abounding & Alive

Welcome back to our summer series, which allows us to take a much needed break with our families. On this episode, we talk about doctors and the God complex after Ashley received some angering news about her prognosis.

Why do we believe that our doctor is our savior? After all, they are just humans...fallible humans. Doctors do amazing things, yes, but they are not God. They do not know the future. Therefore, they do not get to dictate how much time we have left. Your body was designed to heal itself! But you may have to go beyond what your doctor tells you and find alternative healing methods that feel right for you.

Week 2 as we continue our summer series, where we get to take the summer off of recording, and you get to listen to old episodes.

On this particular day, Ashley came over sick as a dog. She thought she was dying, but Becky wondered if she was actually have a healing crisis, aka, a herxheimer reaction.

Herxheimer...it's so much more than a funny word. It can make you feel sicker than ever! Your doctor doesn't know what it is and says they can't find what's wrong with you. You start to feel crazy! But you know you feel off, even though you can't articulate what off means. Is it the flu? Is it a migraine? Am I dehydrated? Tired? Hungry? Cancer returning? Maybe I'm just a hypochondriac? You may be going through a healing crisis, also known as the herxheimer reaction. The girls explain what this means and how you can get through it.

Welcome to our summer series, where we get to take a few weeks off, and some of our favorite past videos are highlighted.

In this episode, we are chatting about how great bare feet are!.

Grounding, also known as earthing, is a popular [but under-studied] technique for healing your body. It is as simple as touching bare skin to the earth, and it comes with many benefits. It may seem too simple or like a silly concept, but the positives outweigh the negatives when it comes to grounding. Try it and see what good it can do for your health.

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Join us as we give a quick update on health and life plans. For live and dried cell analysis, check out Becky's website:https://www.aboundinghealth.ca/or on Facebook and Instagram @aboundinghealthIf you're interested in Ashley's silver protocol, here's the link:http://avinihealth.com/ashleylacosse9249She's currently taking Nano Silver and Cell Defender As always, feel free to reach out on socials if you have questions about cell analysis or nano silver! Join us every Tuesday over the summer months for past episodes. And we will be back with new content in September. Happy Canada Day!

This week we interview Michelle, a dedicated Bio-kineticist with over 18 years of experience in women’s health, movement rehabilitation, and pelvic floor therapy. She holds three degrees- a BSc in Sports Science, a BSc Honours, and an MPhil in Biokinetics—and is certified in pilates, yoga, hydrotherapy, and massage. She is the founder of Human.Kinetic.Studio., where she empowers women to move, heal, and thrive by combining science-backed methods with a compassionate, approachable style.

Michelle offers both in-person and online support, helping women address issues like pelvic floor dysfunction, core weakness, and overall vitality.

Check out her work!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/humanmovementstudio/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HumanMovementStudioPT/

Website: humankineticstudio.com

Our guest, Lesley Moffat, is a music educator, author, and speaker who uses her personal health journey as a catalyst for change. Not only did she complete overhaul her own life, but she uses her platform to help other educators around the world.

To the outside eye, Lesley looked like a successful band director, running a high-achieving music program. But behind closed doors, she was falling apart...completely breaking down. She lived in a state of chronic stress, constant illness and sheer exhaustion. Her body brought her to a full stop and this became her turning point.

Through much research and rebuilding, Lesley was determined to overhaul her life. She uses her story to help others through coaching, speaking engagements, books she's written and her mPowered Music Educator Academy.

Her first book is titled "I Love My Job But It's Killing Me: The Teacher's Guide To Conquering Chronic Stress And Sickness".

Reach out to her on her website: mPoweredEducator - Teacher Stress Relief, Self-Care & Burnout Prevention

On this episode of TGWC, we meet Liz Rodriguez, a college track star, coach and all around wonderful woman.

Liz is a transformation coach who helps former athletes in their 40's break free from all-or-nothing patterns, and to rebuild their strength, energy and confidence through a method she has coined her Strength & Longevity Method.

She spent years chasing performance and perfection. When a debilitating back injury became her reality, she faced a turning point not only her fitness journey, but also in her identity. Liz takes mindset coaching, and combines it with smart, sustainable training, nutrition and recovery strategies to help women reconnect with their bodies and redefine what strength looks like in midlife. Her mission is to make health and fitness more accessible, compassionate and empowering, no matter the age, background and ability.

Download her free eBook: lizrodriguezcoaching.com/ebook/

Visit her website: lizrodriguezcoaching.com

Facebook: facebook.com/lizrodriguezcoaching/

Youtube: youtube.com/ ⁨@HealthandWellnessRedefined⁩ 

I am back for part 2 with Sarah Marie Thiessen. If you have not listened to part 1, go and get to know Sarah better on episode 15!

Sarah is a local photographer and videographer who was diagnosed with HER2-positive breast cancer at 27 years old. The breast cancer is gone, but she continues to deal with the ROS-1 mutation and was told this could be a lifelong cancer. Through her holistic mindset and the loving support of her partner, Phillip, Sarah continues to fight this disease with optimism and boldness. She speaks to the people who fall victim to the medical system and the fear tactics used to coerce them, and her desire to empower shines through as you listen to her story.

Please give her some love on Instagram @wildlovemedia

https://www.instagram.com/wildlovemedia?igsh=MWFlc3RuZzJ2OTFiag==

Or on her website, wildlovemedia.com

On today's episode, we talk to Sarah Marie Thiessen, a young entrepreneur, go-getter and all around hustler. Her passion for travel has brought her around the world, until her health brought her back home.

Sarah is a destination wedding photographer, filmmaker, and founder of Wild Love Media—but her wildest adventure wasn’t on a mountaintop or at a dream elopement in the forest. In February 2021, while traveling in Australia on a study visa for business management and social media marketing, she was diagnosed with HER2-positive breast cancer at just 27 years old. What followed was a whirlwind of chemotherapy, failed surgeries, and ultimately, a cross-continental health journey that brought her back to Canada for answers—and more operations. While the original breast cancer is in remission, an inoperable tumor with the ROS-1 gene mutation was discovered and she is now on lifelong targeted therapy to help prolong her health and manage the disease.

Her story is not just about survival—but about listening to the body, advocating for your own care, and finding beauty in the in-between. Today, Sarah channels her fierce, untamed love for life into storytelling—both through her camera and her voice. She believes every soul has a story worth honoring, and that even in the hardest seasons, there is light to be captured.

You can follow her on Facebook at Sarah Marie Thiessen (Sarah Wild) ⁠https://www.facebook.com/sarah.wild.3958914

On Instagram @wildlovemedia https://www.instagram.com/wildlovemedia?igsh=MWd1ZXNzcWhlcDJzMw==

And check out her portfolio ⁠https://www.wildlovemedia.com/

This is a 2 part episode, due to Sarah's dog getting loose and us needing to break early lol. Make sure you are back next week to hear the end of the story.

Meet Chantal McKenzie, engineer turned entrepreneur. She owns That Yoga Place and Phoenix Physical Therapy and Wellness in Spruce Grove, Alberta.Yoga is so inclusive - meaning it doesn't matter what you look like, how active or fit you are, or what is going on for you outside of the studio...everyone is welcome and everyone can do yoga!The studio doesn't just offer yoga, though! It is morphing into a one-stop shop for all things wellness. There are massage therapists on staff, as well as a social work counselor, and an osteopath, focusing on movement healing. They have also started offering signature sculpting buccal massage, red light therapy, and reiki. The buccal massage helps to reduce puffing in the face and acts as a mini (non-invasive!) facelift. There are many other services to come so stay tuned!Our brand here at Two Girls With(out) Cancer is all about supporting local businesses, so we were thrilled to connect with Chantal! The tri-region (Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, and Parkland County) offers many resources without having to go to the city. We look forward to continuing to grow this relationship with That Yoga Place as well as other local establishments helping people achieve their wellness goals.Find That Yoga Place on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thatyogaplace/about Or in person ⁠13-100 King St, Spruce Grove AB T7X 0J6⁠