#165 The Pressure to Be Happy#165 The Pressure to Be Happy
The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
The last thing anyone wants to do is feel uncomfortable. We avoid it at any cost. We do anything to move closer to happiness, even if it means that we never spend time looking at or dealing with what is making us uncomfortable. We feel...
23:21•19 Nov 2021
Embracing Uncomfortable Emotions: Laura Lummer's Guide to Authentic Happiness After Breast Cancer
“We talk ourselves out of happiness so much of the time because of the pressure to be happy. What is wrong with allowing ourselves to realize there are things in our life that are not okay?”
Ever feel like you're under constant pressure to put on a happy face, even when you're struggling inside? Laura Lummer, host of 'The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach', gets it. In this episode, Laura tackles the often-ignored topic of dealing with uncomfortable emotions after breast cancer treatment. She opens up about her own experiences with self-judgment and the societal pressure to appear grateful and happy, even when things aren't perfect.
Laura believes that true happiness comes from facing these uncomfortable feelings head-on rather than brushing them under the rug. She shares practical tools for recovery, including the power of gratitude and self-compassion. Laura also emphasizes the importance of allowing yourself to feel and process these emotions to create a life that's not just about surviving but thriving. Plus, she has a special Five-Day giveaway to help spread awareness about her mission.
Tune in to learn how to embrace your true feelings and make positive changes from a place of self-love and acceptance.
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