Finding Balance: Embracing Both Light and Dark After Cancer
Episode Overview
Understanding the balance between gratitude and grief is crucial after a breast cancer diagnosis. Psycho-neuro-immunology offers insights into the mind-body connection for healing. The lymphatic system plays a vital role in maintaining emotional and physical flow. Creating physiological safety can aid in releasing stored emotions. Embracing life's imperfections can lead to profound healing.
"It's okay to hold space for all of the emotions that flow through us."
Ever wondered what it takes to find balance amidst life's rollercoaster of emotions, especially after a breast cancer diagnosis? Laura Lummer, a two-time breast cancer survivor, dives into the heart of these challenges in this episode. Laura's personal journey is nothing short of inspiring, as she shares her experience of living with Stage 4 Metastatic Breast Cancer while maintaining an outlook that balances gratitude and grief.
She explores the concept of holding space for both the good and the bad, illustrating how emotional and physical healing are intertwined. Laura introduces listeners to the fascinating science of psycho-neuro-immunology, which examines the connection between mind and body, and discusses how creating physiological safety can aid healing. She also delves into the role of the lymphatic system and fascia in maintaining flow and preventing stagnation.
By understanding these systems, Laura provides practical advice on releasing stored emotions and achieving a harmonious balance between light and dark moments. This episode isn't just about medical insights; it's also a heartfelt reflection on the emotional complexities of living with cancer. Laura's candid sharing about her medication journey, the side effects, and the ever-present balance between hope and challenge is both relatable and comforting.
It's a reminder that while life may never be perfect, embracing the ebb and flow can lead to profound healing. So, how do you hold space for both joy and sorrow in your life?