Learning to Be Your Own Best Friend: Laura Lummer's Guide to Self-Love
Love is treating your heart with a great deal of tenderness, with understanding, love and compassion. So the question is: are you there for you?
How often do you tell yourself, 'I am here for you'? If your answer is rarely or never, this episode of 'The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach' is a must-listen. Laura Lummer, a two-time breast cancer survivor and certified Life, Health, and Nutrition Coach, dives into the transformative power of self-love and self-support.
Inspired by a poignant statement from Zen Monk Thich Nhat Hahn, Laura explores what it means to be there for yourself just as you would for a dear friend or family member. In this heartfelt episode, Laura introduces three simple steps to help you start showing up for yourself in practical and sustainable ways. She emphasizes the importance of asking yourself what you need and then actually supporting those needs.
This practice, she argues, is not just about surviving but thriving after a breast cancer diagnosis. Laura shares her personal journey and experiences with breast cancer, offering valuable insights on shifting from a mindset of fighting to one of healing. She talks about embracing side effects with compassion, creating lifestyle habits grounded in love, and dropping the warrior shield to make room for tenderness and understanding.
This episode is perfect for anyone looking to cultivate a deeper sense of self-love and healing. Whether you're navigating a breast cancer diagnosis, supporting someone who is, or simply interested in personal growth, Laura's wisdom offers a compassionate and practical guide to being your own best support system. Tune in to discover how saying 'I am here for you' can transform your life, helping you handle challenges with greater love and understanding.
Laura's empathetic approach provides tools that can be applied today, making this episode a treasure trove of actionable advice for anyone on a journey of recovery and self-discovery.