Better Than Before Breast Cancer with The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach

If there's one thing I learned from breast cancer, it's that there's no time to waste on bad books, terrible movies, unfulfilling work, or negative people in this precious short life.

But there are also too many wonderful experiences, skills to learn, places to see, and amazing people to spend time with to let life go by without intentionally putting energy into the things I love or think I might love.

And yet we do that all the time.

We talk ourselves out of trying something new in favor of playing it safe.

We let opportunities pass us by because we might not like them, we might look like a quitter or a flake, or we might be judged by the other people who are sitting around, letting life pass them by.

Isn't it time to change that?

In this episode, I'll share the story of my twisted path to figuring out what I loved to do in life, and I'll share some insights on the most common excuse I hear when it comes to friends, family, and clients talking themselves out of creating the life they might love.

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• Why you need to be more comfortable being the most authentic version of yourself.

• What led me to become a healthy lifestyle coach?

• Why you don't have to finish what you're doing.?

• Getting in touch with the niggling thing inside you that says, "What will happen then?".

• The problem is where we hold ourselves back.

• How to consciously and intentionally decide whether or not something is for you.

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Becoming You 2.0

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Life is not always an easy journey and when cancer is a part of it can be tough to find the balance between fighting, and surrendering.

As I navigate living with metastatic disease and focus on doing "all the right things" I've found that the fight subtly sneaks in and inevitably leads me to the one place…frustration.

In this week's show, we'll talk about what happens when we slip into "push-through " mode, and how important it is to allow yourself to surrender when the load you're pushing gets too heavy to bear.

Sometimes it's in surrendering the fight that we find the strength and inspiration to keep going.

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• When we get to that moment where we just say, "Help me", we surrender.

• We're resisting what we don't want to want.

• I don't have control over the outcome, I only have control over today.

• Tumor markers went up in my bloodwork.

• When the outcome isn't what you want.

• If I get too attached to what the outcome is going to look like before I even get there, the danger is I fall off the wagon.

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Becoming You 2.0

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Have you felt afraid to evolve and change your life because of the fear of what others may think or the potential discomfort that comes with self-exploration?

Our brains are wired to protect us, so when we encounter something that seems dangerous or unfamiliar, we may feel a sense of resistance.

But, by not allowing ourselves to explore new possibilities, we limit our growth and our potential.

In this episode, we'll talk about embracing the discomfort of change in order to evolve and grow.

Most of us are too afraid to embrace change because we're worried about what others might think.

This fear of change and other people's opinions is the brain's natural tendency to protect us from potential harm or danger. But it can also prevent you from stepping out of your comfort zone and creating the life you really want to live.

Ultimately, being okay with others being wrong about us requires a level of emotional maturity and resilience. It involves recognizing that we are not defined by the opinions of others and that we have the power to choose how we respond to their perceptions of us.

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8:17 What if someone thought you were mean because of what you said?

10:25 Can you be okay with other people being wrong about you?

12:30 How much more freedom would you have if you were not thinking you had to do things to make people think of you the way you want them to

14:38 We don't allow ourselves to evolve because we're so concerned with what other people think.

16:47 When I step out, I'm putting myself in harm's way, but I've got my own back.

18:48 Be comfortable being you and set an example.

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Becoming You 2.0

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In this episode, we'll discuss the importance of shifting your mentality around food from diet or a way to manage weight to understanding that food can act as a metabolic therapy.

While many breast cancer survivors focus on losing weight as a way to reduce their risk of cancer recurrence, research shows that food can play a critical role in reducing inflammation, supporting immune function, and improving overall health.

We all know that a diet rich in whole foods, fruits, and vegetables can help reduce inflammation and support the body's natural defenses.

So why don't we all adopt a healthy way of eating?

I'll share some insights on that to help you move forward with creating the change you want to see in your life.

Every person's body is different, and their nutrition needs may vary based on their specific health history and cancer treatment.

But thinking of food as a metabolic therapy rather than just a diet or a way to manage weight can help you let go of shame and pressure and refocus your mental energy on healing and feeling well.

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90 Days of Wellness

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Being diagnosed with breast cancer is a life-changing experience that can make us reassess our priorities and goals. It can also bring new clarity and focus to our lives.

Living with intention means making conscious choices about how we want to live our lives. It means being intentional about the people we spend time with, the activities we engage in, and the goals we set for ourselves. Living with intention requires us to be present in the moment and to focus on what is important to us.

Breast cancer can make us realize how precious life is and how important it is to make the most of our time. It can also bring new meaning and purpose to our lives.

Living with intention can also help us cope with the challenges that come with a breast cancer diagnosis. It can give us a sense of control over our lives and help us stay focused on what we can do to improve our health and well-being. It can also help us stay positive and motivated, even in the face of adversity.

In this podcast, we'll explore practical strategies for living with intention.

We'll discuss how to set goals that align with our values and how to stay focused on what is important to us.

We'll also talk about the importance of self-care and how to prioritize our physical and emotional health.

By living with intention, breast cancer survivors can create a life that is fulfilling, meaningful, and joyful. We can use our experience with cancer to inspire us to make the most of every day and to live life to the fullest.

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Becoming You, 8-Weeks of Reinventing Life After Breast Cancer

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Many breast cancer survivors feel pressure to make changes in their lives, such as adopting a healthier lifestyle or making major career changes. However, it's important to understand that change can be difficult and requires a level of readiness.

It's okay to acknowledge that you're not ready for change, and it's important to take the time to process your experiences and emotions before embarking on any major changes.

Rushing into change without proper preparation can lead to feelings of overwhelm, frustration, and shame.

When you're ready to make changes, it's essential to start with small, easy changes that you can build upon over time.

Making small changes can help you gain momentum and confidence, leading to more significant changes over time.

Remember that everyone's journey is different, and it's okay to take things at your own pace. Be patient with yourself and allow the space and freedom to know yourself exactly as you are and to be ok with that.

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Becoming You

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Many times when we begin the process of self-examination, we begin to realize why we have certain behaviors, fears, and resentments.

But knowing why is just the beginning.

Next, you have to learn how to process the pain, understand how it continues to influence you now, and learn how to let it go.

If you don't do that, you stay stuck because the limiting beliefs from your past negative experiences will stop you in your tracks, and you'll never learn how to trust the current version of yourself.

In this episode, I'll share a powerful experience I recently had as I worked on letting go of some of my own limiting beliefs and controlling fears.

I'll walk you through that process, tell you what I learned and offer you a new visual that will hopefully lead you to trust yourself more by the end of the show.

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If you're anything like the one thousand Americans surveyed by BirchBox in the study below, You need to listen to episode #226 of The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach Podcast.

This study found that:

• Gen Zers are most likely to feel burnt out (73%), followed by Millennials (57%) and Gen Xers (54%), while Boomers and up are less likely to feel burnt out (39%).
• Just over one in five (21%) have let guilt get in the way of taking time for themselves.

• Single people are more likely to regularly make time for self-care than people who are married or in a relationship (42% vs. 30%).
• Nearly half (45%) of city dwellers say that they rarely have time to care for themselves. Fewer people in small towns and rural areas say the same (39%).

Sadly, I can confidently say that from my experience coaching breast cancer survivors, point number two is often exacerbated when women are caring for themselves after a diagnosis.

They put so much pressure on themselves to keep things normal, and not be a burden to anyone else. Of course, they're kidding themselves because no one goes through breast cancer while everything in life stays normal.

We have to change the way we think about taking time to care for ourselves if we want to create lives that are better than before breast cancer.

My hope is that this week's episode will support you in taking time to do nothing, and loving it.

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When I did my training at The Life Coach School, one of the concepts we studied was the idea that life is fifty-fifty.

Fifty percent of the time things go pretty smoothly, and things feel like they're all good, and fifty percent of the time we're faced with challenges.

Now challenges can be difficult but the idea of fifty-fifty doesn't necessarily mean they're bad. After all, we learn a lot from life's challenges, and we don't usually learn that much when we're walking on an easy street.

Would you appreciate the good in your life as much as you do if it weren't contrasted by more challenging times?

In this episode, I dive a little deeper into the idea of life being fifty-fifty and how accepting this perspective can actually make things a little easier on you.

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