Risa August: Resilience, Healing, and Life After a Brain Tumour
Episode Overview
Advocate for yourself in healthcare; don't take no for an answer. Faith and spirituality can be powerful tools in recovery. Accepting help from others is a sign of strength, not weakness. Community support can make a significant difference in healing. Finding new purposes and passions can aid in emotional recovery.
I had to rely on other people. It's so humbling.
In this episode of Busy Living Sober, host Elizabeth Chance sits down with Risa August, an inspirational speaker and author of 'The Road Unpaved'. Risa shares her incredible journey of resilience and self-discovery following a brain tumour diagnosis. Initially misdiagnosed for years, Risa talks about the importance of advocating for oneself in healthcare and finding the right medical support.
She highlights how faith and spirituality played a crucial role in her recovery, and the challenges she faced in accepting help from others. Risa's story is one of determination and hope, as she navigates life post-diagnosis and finds strength in community support. Her experience underscores the significance of listening to one's body and pushing for answers when something feels off.
Risa also delves into her emotional journey, the impact on her personal relationships, and how she found a new sense of purpose through creativity and connection. This episode is a testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit. Tune in to hear Risa's inspiring story and learn valuable lessons about self-advocacy, community, and healing.