18: Holly Bertone - Breast cancer survivor and founder of Pink Fortitude18: Holly Bertone - Breast cancer survivor and founder of Pink Fortitude
Ruthless Compassion with Dr. Marcia Sirota
Holly Bertone shares how she turned her battles with breast cancer and Hashimoto's into a mission to help others through Pink Fortitude.
30:50•4 Nov 2016
Holly Bertone: Turning Health Battles into Triumphs
“Being your best self means embracing the concept of ruthless compassion and letting go of the stories you've been taking for granted, the stories that tell you who you should be, what you should want and how you should interact with your environment, living your loving kindness and the desire to make a positive contribution to this planet, offering your wisdom, integrity and energy to every situation you're facing.”
What if your biggest health challenges could become your greatest victories? In this episode of Ruthless Compassion, Dr. Marcia Sirota sits down with Holly Bertone, a breast cancer and Hashimoto's survivor who has turned her struggles into a mission to help others. Holly, the founder of Pink Fortitude, shares her journey from diagnosis to empowerment, detailing how she took control of her health and built a wellness community for women facing similar battles.
From her accolades as a speaker and health advocate to her personal experiences as a stepmother and military wife, Holly’s story is one of resilience and transformation. Dr. Sirota and Holly discuss practical strategies for living a healthy, fulfilling life despite chronic illness, and the importance of embracing 'ruthless compassion'—a blend of loving kindness and tough love.
Whether you’re dealing with your own health issues or supporting someone who is, Holly’s insights offer hope and actionable advice for turning adversity into a source of strength.

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