#163 How to Manage Negative Cancer Stories#163 How to Manage Negative Cancer Stories
The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
How many times has someone heard you had breast cancer and immediately told you a story of someone they know or heard of who died from breast cancer? In this show you'll hear about a client of mine who was looking for a solution to this type of...
28:47•6 Nov 2021
Taking Control: Handling Negative Cancer Stories with Laura Lummer
“If you don't want to hear negativity and you don't want to hear scary things, you have the power to do that, and it's okay. You get to decide and you get to establish your healthy boundary.”
Ever been blindsided by someone’s horror story about cancer just when you’re trying to stay positive? Laura Lummer, host of 'The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach', tackles this all-too-common issue head-on. In this episode, she shares practical advice on how to protect your mental space from those unsolicited, often grim, cancer stories that people tend to share. Laura recounts a poignant story about a client who faced this exact dilemma and how they navigated it successfully.
She offers actionable tips on setting boundaries and choosing what you allow into your mental space. Laura emphasizes that you have the power to decide what conversations you engage in and how to manage your thoughts amidst the chaos of a cancer diagnosis. If you’re looking for ways to maintain a positive mindset and take control of your emotional well-being during such a challenging time, this episode is a must-listen.
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