#307 You Don't Have to Have Breast Cancer to Live the Life You Want

#307 You Don't Have to Have Breast Cancer to Live the Life You Want

The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach

When it comes to living the life you desire after breast cancer, it can be difficult to overcome deeply ingrained belief systems and worry about how others will think of or judge you for changing your life.  The fear of change can be so...

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34:4029 Dec 2023

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Finding Fulfillment After Breast Cancer: Laura Lummer's Guide to Embracing Change

Episode Overview

  • Laura shares her personal journey of transitioning from a full-time job to following her passion after breast cancer
  • Challenges of feeling torn between focusing on healing and feeling the need to prove illness to justify life changes
  • Common reasons that prevent individuals from making life changes, such as work culture, perceptions of weakness, and misunderstanding self-care
  • Encouragement to challenge these beliefs and prioritize well-being
  • Call to action to join Laura's coaching community to overcome barriers and live a life better than before breast cancer
Acknowledging that mentally and emotionally, I am not in the place to do what I did before, to handle what I did before, or to live the way I did before. And if you know that for yourself, that is enough. It is legitimate. Having an emotional or a mental health need is equally as legitimate as a physical need.

Ever wondered why it's so hard to make changes after a breast cancer diagnosis? In this episode of 'Better Than Before Breast Cancer', Laura Lummer tackles the deep-rooted beliefs and societal pressures that hold many back from living the life they truly want. Laura, a two-time breast cancer survivor, opens up about her own journey of leaving a full-time job to follow her passion, and the mental hurdles she had to overcome along the way.

She sheds light on why some people feel the need to prove their illness to justify life changes and how this mindset can be a roadblock to true healing and joy. Laura also dives into the common reasons people hesitate to make changes, like work culture and fear of being perceived as weak. With her signature empathy and insight, she encourages listeners to challenge these limiting beliefs and prioritize their well-being.

By sharing practical mindset shifts and personal anecdotes, Laura offers a roadmap for anyone looking to break free from conditioned thoughts and embrace a more fulfilling life. Whether you're a breast cancer survivor or someone looking for inspiration to make positive changes, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.

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