Today, Rachel speaks with Alexandra Sims, who shares her transformative journey following a cancer diagnosis that came as a complete shock. Diagnosed at 46 during a routine mammogram, Alex reflects on how this life-altering event forced her to confront deep-seated emotions and patterns of people-pleasing that had shaped her life since childhood. Through her experiences with various healing modalities, including lymphatic drainage, Reiki, and breathwork, she discovered the profound connection between emotional well-being and physical health.
KEY MOMENTS
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The journey through cancer can lead to profound self-discovery and healing, prompting individuals to confront deep-seated emotions and patterns that may have been affecting their lives for years.
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Addressing emotional trauma, such as feelings of abandonment or people-pleasing tendencies, is crucial for overall well-being. These unresolved emotions can manifest physically, contributing to health issues.
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Various alternative therapies, including Reiki, breathwork, and lymphatic drainage, can play significant roles in healing both physically and emotionally. These practices help release stored trauma and promote a healthier state of being.
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The journey of healing often involves recognising and accepting one's true self, moving away from the need to please others, and prioritising personal health and happiness.
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Sharing personal experiences and insights can empower others who are facing similar challenges. Creating supportive communities and spaces for healing can lead to transformative experiences for individuals seeking to understand and connect with their emotions.
BEST MOMENTS
"When I say cancer cured me, it cured me of people-pleasing. My health, my mental and physical health had taken second place to everyone in my life."
"I feel guilty because I don't think my cancer is bad enough. I thought, you know, I'm getting all this attention when really, you know, there's people who've got inoperable brain tumours."
"I started doing things for me. I thought, God, this is amazing. People were wanting to try it."
"The lymphatic system is just not understood, but it's amazing."
"All your answers are always within you. If you really take the time to sit quietly, you can uncover what you need."
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HOST BIO
Qualified Solicitor | Higher Court Advocate | Story Listener | Emotional Mentor
Rachel Elimelech is the warm, courageous voice behind Unspoken Emotions - a podcast that gives voice to the feelings we so often keep buried. A qualified Solicitor and Higher Court Advocate, Rachel combines professional insight with deeply personal lived experience - from surviving sexual abuse, loss, and single parenthood to rebuilding her life with quiet strength and unwavering resilience.
Her journey from teenage single mum to respected legal professional has shaped her gift for deep connection. With empathy and authenticity, Rachel creates a safe, judgment-free space where guests are invited to speak the unspoken - grief, guilt, shame, anger, fear - and begin to let go of what no longer serves them.
Through honest, unfiltered conversations, Unspoken Emotions explores how real people have turned pain into purpose and silence into healing. Rachel believes that healing begins the moment we speak the truth of our experiences - and that none of us should carry our emotions alone.