Three Essential Tools for Thriving After Breast Cancer with Laura Lummer
Your body has an amazing ability to heal, but you're here today and I want you to consider that this is as good as it gets, so that, rather than fighting where you are, rather than wasting all that energy and resisting and withdrawing, you can think differently now, so you can manage where you're at in your life and still find happiness and connection.
Feeling adrift after breast cancer treatment is more common than you might think. In this episode of 'The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach', Laura Lummer, a seasoned survivor herself, shares three crucial tools to help you regain your footing. Laura understands that the emotional and physical aftermath can leave you feeling unlike yourself, and she’s here to offer practical strategies to navigate this new chapter of your life. One of the main tools Laura discusses is acceptance.
She believes that accepting your current situation, rather than fighting it, is key to reclaiming your power and moving forward. This doesn’t mean giving up; it means acknowledging where you are and using that as a starting point for growth. Mindfulness is another powerful tool Laura champions. By staying present and mindful, you can better manage the emotional rollercoaster that often follows a cancer diagnosis.
Laura shares techniques to help you practice mindfulness in everyday life, making it easier to cope with stress and anxiety. Self-compassion rounds out Laura’s trio of essential tools. She emphasizes the importance of being kind to yourself during recovery. It’s easy to be hard on yourself when things don’t go as planned, but self-compassion can be a game-changer in how you handle setbacks and challenges.
Throughout the episode, Laura weaves in her personal experiences, making her advice both relatable and actionable. She encourages listeners to take concrete steps towards recovery, such as re-evaluating their approach to nutrition and building a supportive social network. Laura also stresses the importance of living intentionally and surrounding yourself with positive influences. By focusing on acceptance, mindfulness, and self-compassion, Laura offers a roadmap for not just surviving but thriving after breast cancer.
Whether you’re in the midst of treatment or navigating life post-recovery, this episode provides valuable insights to help you move forward with hope and resilience.