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In this moving episode of Real Women’s Stories, Lisa Quait sits down once again with Lauren, who shares her deeply personal journey through breast and ovarian cancer. Diagnosed after a routine check-up, Lauren opens up about the shock of discovering she carried the BRCA gene, her treatment journey through chemotherapy and a double mastectomy, and the emotional toll it took.
This conversation is both emotional and empowering, reminding us that early detection saves lives, and that resilience can shine through the darkest chapters.
Whether you’ve been affected by cancer personally or are looking to understand the journey more deeply, this is a must-listen.
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Welcome to Real Women’s Stories with Lisa Quait. The podcast that dives deep into the topics women are eager to explore 🎙️
From reinvention and relationships to health and happiness, we tackle the conversations that matter most with honesty, warmth, and a touch of humour.
📩 Got a topic you’d love Lisa to dive into? Know an inspiring guest or want to share your own story? Reach out to us at: [email protected].
You must be 18+ to connect with us. Your email may be shared during a future episode.
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Helpful Links
NHS
Macmillan Cancer Support
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🌟 A message from Lisa:
I’ve faced many challenges in life, experiencing love and laughter, to heartache and perseverance. Each experience has shaped me, teaching resilience, growth and compassion for others.
Here’s a quick look at my journey:
- My parents divorced when I was 2.
- I won a drama school scholarship at 18, pursuing my dream of working in TV.
- I travelled solo through Southeast Asia and Australia, facing a near-death experience along the way!
- I adapted to life as a single parent after my beautiful daughter’s birth in 2006 and built a career in Commercial Real Estate.
- I reconnected with a childhood friend who had lost his first wife. In 2011 we married and became a blended family and I became a step parent to my 2 eldest children whom I love dearly.
- I helped expand my brother’s wedding business to Mallorca and began bodybuilding, competing in 2016 and 2017.
- I now work as a Director in the Flexible Office industry and am building my coaching practice and podcast.
- My next goal is to move to Spain and create a life by the sea!
💫 I’ve learned that life is full of opportunities if you just look up and reach for them.
Let me help you discover yours ❤️
Lisa x
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Work with Lisa: Rediscover your passion and purpose. Explore more.
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Series Producer: Aaron Nelson
PR & Marketing: Kate Williams
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In this moving episode of Real Women’s Stories, Lisa Quait sits down once again with Lauren, who shares her deeply personal journey through breast and ovarian cancer. Diagnosed after a routine check-up, Lauren opens up about the shock of discovering she carried the BRCA gene, her treatment journey through chemotherapy and a double mastectomy, and the emotional toll it took.
This conversation is both emotional and empowering, reminding us that early detection saves lives, and that resilience can shine through the darkest chapters.
Whether you’ve been affected by cancer personally or are looking to understand the journey more deeply, this is a must-listen.
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Welcome to Real Women’s Stories with Lisa Quait. The podcast that dives deep into the topics women are eager to explore 🎙️
From reinvention and relationships to health and happiness, we tackle the conversations that matter most with honesty, warmth, and a touch of humour.
📩 Got a topic you’d love Lisa to dive into? Know an inspiring guest or want to share your own story? Reach out to us at: [email protected].
You must be 18+ to connect with us. Your email may be shared during a future episode.
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Helpful Links
NHS
Macmillan Cancer Support
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🌟 A message from Lisa:
I’ve faced many challenges in life, experiencing love and laughter, to heartache and perseverance. Each experience has shaped me, teaching resilience, growth and compassion for others.
Here’s a quick look at my journey:
- My parents divorced when I was 2.
- I won a drama school scholarship at 18, pursuing my dream of working in TV.
- I travelled solo through Southeast Asia and Australia, facing a near-death experience along the way!
- I adapted to life as a single parent after my beautiful daughter’s birth in 2006 and built a career in Commercial Real Estate.
- I reconnected with a childhood friend who had lost his first wife. In 2011 we married and became a blended family and I became a step parent to my 2 eldest children whom I love dearly.
- I helped expand my brother’s wedding business to Mallorca and began bodybuilding, competing in 2016 and 2017.
- I now work as a Director in the Flexible Office industry and am building my coaching practice and podcast.
- My next goal is to move to Spain and create a life by the sea!
💫 I’ve learned that life is full of opportunities if you just look up and reach for them.
Let me help you discover yours ❤️
Lisa x
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Work with Lisa: Rediscover your passion and purpose. Explore more.
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Series Producer: Aaron Nelson
PR & Marketing: Kate Williams