Leanne Hayden: Thriving with an Ostomy and a Heart Full of Hope
Episode Overview
Leanne Hayden's journey from battling cancer to embracing life as an ostomate The transformative power of mental strength and self-love in navigating life's challenges Inspiring others through vulnerability, positivity, and sharing personal experiences The importance of embracing life fully and finding purpose in adversity Leanne's mission to empower others to lead fulfilling, purpose-driven lives
My job is to save your life. It's to save your life. And the last resort will be an ostomy bag. It's, do you want to live your life or are you going to let this take you?
What happens when life throws you a curveball like cancer? In this heartwarming episode of Stoma for Life, host Raphaela Reeb sits down with Leanne Hayden, a dynamic leader, entrepreneur, and certified holistic nutritionist. Leanne's journey is nothing short of remarkable. From her days as a fitness competitor to facing a life-changing diagnosis of Lynch syndrome, her story is a testament to resilience and the power of a positive mindset.
Leanne talks about the moment she discovered a growth in her body, leading to surgery and life with an ostomy bag. Despite her initial fears, she found peace and strength, which fueled her recovery and inspired her to start her own podcast, The Beautiful Bag. Throughout their conversation, Raphaela and Leanne dive into the significance of mental strength, self-love, and the incredible impact of sharing personal stories.
Leanne's unwavering positivity shines through as she encourages others to embrace life's challenges and find purpose in adversity. Her message is clear: with the right mindset, you can turn life's toughest moments into opportunities for growth and fulfillment. This episode is perfect for anyone looking for a dose of inspiration and a reminder that hope and resilience can lead to a truly meaningful life.