Emily Hammack, Speech Pathologist with Baylor Scott and White in Dallas, helps us understand cancer related cognitive decline ("chemo brain"), dysphasia, and the value of speech therapy to help you regain control and confidence.  

This podcast is particularly helpful for our head and neck cancer friends. 

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Amanda Grilli, an Oncology Physical Therapist, Certified Lymphedema Therapist, and Certified Cancer Coach, is devoted to helping those affected by breast cancer reclaim their strength, identity, and quality of life during, after, and beyond breast cancer. Amanda joined us today to help us understand the value of physical prehab, rehab, neuropathy and the lymphatic system as it relates to cancer and cancer treatment. 

To learn more about Amanda visit her website at www.thebreastcancer-pt.com  

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Lexie Appleby, breast cancer advocate, former NFL cheerleader, Wife of Big 10 Coach, nonprofit professional and influencer shares what it was like being diagnosed with cancer at a young age, what fibroadenomas are and the role they played in her experience, how she navigated health care and doctors while moving states, and the importance of breast exams.

Brighter Magazine is a lifestyle magazine for women affected by cancer and provides magazines at no cost to survivors in need. Brighter Magazine is a 501c3. All donations are tax deductible. Subscribe at BrighterMagazine.org or donate today at give.brightermagazine.org/donate.

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Heather Nemec, licensed clinical social worker and Brighter writer, shares her experience being diagnosed with two different forms of cancer, finding hope in the waiting and we even touch on the topic of intimacy during and after treatment!

Hosted by Helen Bowles and Graci Smith

Brighter Magazine is a lifestyle magazine for women affected by cancer and provides magazines at no cost to survivors in need. Brighter Magazine is a 501c3. All donations are tax deductible. Subscribe at BrighterMagazine.org or donate today at give.brightermagazine.org/donate.

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Nutrition Coach, Cara Price shares her nutrition journey and the role food plays in our happiness, health and healing.  Cara shares the value of the four "S's" - Soul, Sleep, Sustenance, Strength and offers helpful information and tips to make small changes for big reward. 

Hosted by Helen Bowles and Graci Smith

Brighter Magazine is a lifestyle magazine for women affected by cancer and provides magazines at no cost to survivors in need. Brighter Magazine is a 501c3. All donations are tax deductible. Subscribe at BrighterMagazine.org or donate today at give.brightermagazine.org/donate.

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Personal Stylist, Brittney Dorr shares with us the importance of looking good to feel good.  She says, "Fashion is a vibe and everyone has one." Brittney experienced first hand the difference fashion made in her mom's personal experience with cancer and wants to provide that same value to other women through her work.  In this episode we talk about investing a little effort in your dressing choices to make a big impact on the way you feel. 

Hosted by Helen Bowles and Graci Smith

Brighter Magazine is a lifestyle magazine for women affected by cancer and provides magazines at no cost to survivors in need. Brighter Magazine is a 501c3. All donations are tax deductible. Subscribe at BrighterMagazine.org or donate today at give.brightermagazine.org/donate.

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Courtney Johnson experienced an incredible outpouring of care and love from her family and friends as her dad dealt with his cancer diagnosis.  Processing and healing from the loss of her father, Courtney found a way to continue that care and love by feeding other survivors and their caregivers, as the survivors receive treatment in Chicago and Dallas area hospitals.

For more information on Culinary Care visit. https://culinarycare.org/ 

Hosted by Helen Bowles

Brighter Magazine is a lifestyle magazine for women affected by cancer and provides magazines at no cost to survivors in need. Brighter Magazine is a 501c3. All donations are tax deductible. Subscribe at BrighterMagazine.org or donate today at give.brightermagazine.org/donate.

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Brighter Magazine is a lifestyle magazine for women affected by cancer and provides magazines at no cost to survivors in need. Brighter Magazine is a 501c3. All donations are tax deductible. Subscribe at BrighterMagazine.org or donate today at give.brightermagazine.org/donate.

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Natasha Parker shares how she embraces what she sees as the chrysalis phase of cancer to develop beautiful wings to fly in the next phase of life. Natasha shares her empowering insight for women to be active participants in their treatment and how she drew on the courage of her grandmother to motivate her through the hard times.

Hosted by Helen Bowles

Brighter Magazine is a lifestyle magazine for women affected by cancer and provides magazines at no cost to survivors in need. Brighter Magazine is a 501c3. All donations are tax deductible. Subscribe at BrighterMagazine.org or donate today at give.brightermagazine.org/donate.

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Brighter Magazine is a lifestyle magazine for women affected by cancer and provides magazines at no cost to survivors in need. Brighter Magazine is a 501c3. All donations are tax deductible. Subscribe at BrighterMagazine.org or donate today at give.brightermagazine.org/donate.

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A Mother's Day message for those who have experienced the loss of biological motherhood as a result of cancer. 

Debbie Norris shares her experience and how she has put her "Mother's Heart" to practice in many rewarding ways.

Hosted by Helen Bowles

Brighter Magazine is a lifestyle magazine for women affected by cancer and provides magazines at no cost to survivors in need. Brighter Magazine is a 501c3. All donations are tax deductible. Subscribe at BrighterMagazine.org or donate today at give.brightermagazine.org/donate.

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Brighter Magazine is a lifestyle magazine for women affected by cancer and provides magazines at no cost to survivors in need. Brighter Magazine is a 501c3. All donations are tax deductible. Subscribe at BrighterMagazine.org or donate today at give.brightermagazine.org/donate.

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Brighter Magazine is a lifestyle magazine for women affected by cancer and provides magazines at no cost to survivors in need. Brighter Magazine is a 501c3. All donations are tax deductible. Subscribe at BrighterMagazine.org or donate today at give.brightermagazine.org/donate.

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Shortly after reconnecting with her biological mother,  Heidi's biological mom is diagnosed with cancer and then Heidi herself.  Hear how Heidi's family supported her and how her faith informed her outlook through the entire process.  

Hosted by Helen Bowles and Vivian Armendariz

Brighter Magazine is a lifestyle magazine for women affected by cancer and provides magazines at no cost to survivors in need. Brighter Magazine is a 501c3. All donations are tax deductible. Subscribe at BrighterMagazine.org or donate today at give.brightermagazine.org/donate.

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Brighter Magazine is a lifestyle magazine for women affected by cancer and provides magazines at no cost to survivors in need. Brighter Magazine is a 501c3. All donations are tax deductible. Subscribe at BrighterMagazine.org or donate today at give.brightermagazine.org/donate.

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