Laura Lummer
Laura Lummer
#226 Give Yourself The Gift of Downtime
#226 Give Yourself The Gift of Downtime
#226 Give Yourself The Gift of Downtime
Friday 27th January 2023
Discover why downtime is crucial in breast cancer recovery with Laura Lummer's practical tips and heartfelt advice on 'The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach'.
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Get the buttons here!The Healing Power of Rest: Laura Lummer's Guide to Downtime During Breast Cancer Recovery
When we take away the constant activation, the constant activity, the constant pushing ourselves, the constant need to fill the calendar with some kind of activity, and we just allow ourselves to rest, that's when we allow our body to restore.
Feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders, especially after a breast cancer diagnosis? Laura Lummer, the voice behind 'The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach', gets it. In this episode, she dives into the crucial topic of downtime and why it's a non-negotiable part of healing. Drawing from her own experiences as a two-time breast cancer survivor currently living with Stage 4 Metastatic Breast Cancer, Laura sheds light on the pressures many women face to maintain 'normalcy' post-diagnosis.
Spoiler alert: life doesn't stay normal, and that's okay. Laura kicks off by sharing her own recent struggles with energy and how canceling plans, though frustrating, became a necessary act of self-care. She received a flood of messages from women thanking her for validating their need to take a break. This episode isn't just about taking a day off work; it's about giving yourself permission to rest and truly recuperate.
Burnout is a real threat during recovery, and Laura emphasizes the importance of being kind to yourself. Many feel compelled to keep busy, thinking they must always be there for others or fill their schedules with activities. But Laura argues that this can be harmful. Instead, she encourages listeners to consider what they genuinely need for their well-being and happiness and to plan for downtime accordingly. Practical tips abound in this episode.
Laura suggests simple ways to carve out moments of rest in your day—whether it's blocking off time on your calendar, meditating for a few minutes, or practicing deep breathing exercises. She stresses that downtime is a gift you give yourself, essential for both your body and mind as you navigate the challenges of breast cancer recovery.
So, if you're feeling overwhelmed or guilty about taking time for yourself, this episode offers a compassionate reminder: rest isn't a luxury; it's a necessity. Tune in to hear Laura's heartfelt advice and start making space for the downtime you deserve.