In this podcast episode, we delve into the essential role of acknowledging and expressing anger, and the broader spectrum of our emotions, in maintaining mental and physical health. Anger is a natural and healthy emotion when approached constructively. By allowing ourselves to feel and express anger, we open the door to understanding our needs and setting necessary boundaries. This process is critical for personal growth and relationships. You’ll hear some expert insights explaining how repressing emotions, particularly anger, can lead to adverse effects. Suppressing these feelings doesn't eliminate them; instead, they can surface as physical symptoms or illness. Chronic stress, linked to unexpressed anger, can manifest as headaches, high blood pressure, and even more severe health issues. Psychologically, it can lead to anxiety, depression, and a diminished sense of self-worth. The key takeaway is that embracing and expressing all our emotions, including anger, is not only liberally empowering but also essential for our overall well-being. Referred to in this episode:  Books  Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;

#340 Holding Space for Anger After Breast Cancer

There are so many simple, inexpensive ways to care for your body and support your health terrain. This simple practice, rooted in Ayurvedic medicine, offers a host of potential benefits, from exfoliating dead skin cells to enhancing the body's detoxification process through stimulation of the lymphatic system. Join me as we explain how to choose the right brush, the best techniques for effective brushing, and the direction to brush to maximize health benefits. We'll also discuss how incorporating dry brushing into your daily routine can improve skin texture, boost circulation, and even potentially reduce cellulite. Whether you're a wellness enthusiast or just curious about new health practices, this episode will provide you with practical tips on how to integrate dry brushing into your wellness regime effectively. &nbsp; Referred to in this episode:     &nbsp; Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;

#341 A Simple Practice to Improve Your Skin and Circulation

In my life, it’s hard to think of a more powerless experience (other than childhood) than my first diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. That in itself is traumatic. But when added to all the powerless and limiting thoughts that you are conditioned to think throughout your life, you can be left feeling like the life you dream about is an impossibility. So, I created this episode to let you know that isn’t true. When you can bring awareness to three ways of thinking that keep you stuck and convinced that you can’t have more. You can start to change anything from your relationships to your job to your passions. Check out this episode now and start breaking through the thoughts that limit you. &nbsp; Referred to in this episode:  &nbsp; Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;

#342 Breaking Through Limits After Breast Cancer

A Breast Cancer diagnosis can make the world of nutrition even more confusing and overwhelming than it was before. Add a bunch of Netflix documentaries to that and you can be left in total fear of food. Should you be a vegan? Will meat make you sick? Is everyone selling a program? In this episode, I’ll shed some light on a new popular nutrition documentary. We’ll bust through some biases and peel away some of the fear tactics to leave you with a healthy balanced approach to feeding your body with confidence and a healthy range of whole food. &nbsp; Referred to in this episode:   Docuseries:      &nbsp; Books:  &nbsp; Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;

#343 You Are What You Eat - Breast Cancer and Misleading Nutrition Messages

A diagnosis of breast cancer, whether it’s the first one or a recurrence is mind-numbingly frightening. If it’s the first time you’ve heard the words, “You have cancer.” It’s not only frightening but it sends you into a world of language, treatments, and experiences that you have no idea how to understand or manage. In this episode, I’ll clear up some of the fear and confusion around how to handle a new diagnosis. This isn’t about treatments, drugs, or supplements, but the mindset shifts that are so important to care for yourself when faced with a life-threatening illness and difficult treatment decisions. This is the advice I wish someone had given me when I had my first breast cancer diagnosis. &nbsp; Referred to in this episode:      Books:     Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;     &nbsp;

#344 The First Steps to Take After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis

What does it mean to you to feel grounded? The Merriam-Webster dictionary says it’s to be mentally and emotionally stable. In Ayurveda, it means being connected with the Earth’s energy. However you define it, western science is proving that the practice of grounding, or physically touching the earth may have some remarkable benefits that range from better sleep to wound healing. In this episode, I’ll share what it means to practice grounding and some of the evidence that points to why you should be incorporating this free, easy, and enjoyable practice in your life. It’s amazing how much of an impact simple things can have on your health when you stop and connect to the earth that sustains you. Check out this episode now and you might be able to sleep better tonight. &nbsp; Referred to in this episode:    Studies:       &nbsp; Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;     &nbsp;

#345 Grounding to Heal - It's Not a Hippie Thing

There are some things in life that bond people instantly like motherhood or having a cancer diagnosis. We get each other in ways that people who haven’t shared the experience can never completely understand. In this episode, I’ll introduce you to Ashlee and Michael Cramer, an incredible mother and son duo that I had the honor of meeting recently and whose message of connection, family and managing life with cancer is something we can all relate to. This episode is one of inspiration, strength, and most of all lots of love. Check it out and be sure to follow them for more support. &nbsp; Referred to in this episode:    Follow Michael and Mom on   Follow Ashlee Cramer on   Follow Michael Cramer on  Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;     &nbsp;

#346 Cancer Talk with Michael and Mom

Is Breast cancer just bad luck? Here’s what &nbsp;Breast Cancer UK had to say about that based on a 2015 study published in the Journal of Nature: “This study confirms what Breast Cancer UK has recognized, that environmental factors such as exposure to toxic chemicals are also key risk factors for certain cancers. It should form part of any cancer prevention strategy.” Additionally, a Finnish Study published in 2015 found that “…the odds of breast cancer increased by 23% among women who used hair dyes compared to those who did not. In women born before 1950, an increase of 28% was noted.” So, if you could change one thing to lower your risk of breast cancer, why not start with hair color? In this week’s Tuesday Terrain Talk, I invited the founder of Surya Brasil Henna, (my personal hair color choice) to share her insights on a product that creates beautiful color and nourishes your hair without toxic chemicals. Listen now and learn the truth about henna products that won’t burn your hair off, covers grey, treat scalp issues, and are easy and affordable. &nbsp; Referred to in this episode:   Surya Brasil Products    Follow Surya Brasil Products :    Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;

#347 Breast Cancer and Surya Brasil Henna - A Non-Toxic Choice for Hair Color

Breast cancer and life can have a lot of grief, loss, and fear involved, and we can either use those emotions to create even more suffering, or we can choose to use them in ways that inspire us to live even better lives. Recently the anniversary date of the loss of my brother came around and it got me to thinking about all the ways that loss impacted my life. In this episode, I'll share all the ways that I turned that grief into growth. It certainly wasn’t easy and it took time and work to understand how to use fear and grief to my benefit rather than resisting them and allowing them to create even more pain in my life. This is an episode of hope and encouragement in the face of sadness. &nbsp; Referred to in this episode:   &nbsp; Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;

#348 Using Breast Cancer, Grief, and Fear to Inspire a Better Life

Breast cancer and food confusion are real! We want to be healthy, eat good food, reduce our toxic burden, and be mindful of our budget. But how do you know what food labels are telling you about the food you’re thinking of buying? What do all of these labels mean and what’s best for you? In this episode, we’ll dig into the truth behind labels when it comes to choosing eggs. According to Statista.com, in 2023 the estimated consumption of eggs in the U.S. was 281.3 eggs per person. These nutrition powerhouses contain many vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, protein, and fat, and they’re a good source of heart-healthy nutrients like potassium, folate, and B vitamins. But are they all created equally? Check out this episode and learn what you’re getting when you pick up a dozen eggs. &nbsp; Referred to in this episode: &nbsp; Work with Laura   &nbsp; Food Companies   &nbsp; Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;

#349 The Truth Behind Nutrition Labels and Marketing - Are All Eggs Created Equal?

When you emerge from breast cancer treatment, it’s not uncommon to feel out of alignment with life. Something about facing our mortality causes us to reevaluate things. So how do you realign yourself? How do you take the steps towards the future version of your life? In this episode, I’ll give you four simple, key steps to help you move your life into alignment with your desires. Check it out now and think about your next decision.  Referred to in this episode:     &nbsp; Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;     &nbsp;

#350 How to Align Your Life After Breast Cancer

Antinutrients and extreme diets get a lot of air on talk shows and social media, but do they stand up to the test of supporting a healthy body? Maybe? In this episode, I’ll give you both sides of the story when it comes to food compounds that many recommend avoiding. More importantly, I’ll offer you a framework to consider when you think about how to nourish your unique body for your life stage and the goals you want to achieve. Listen now and take some of the fear out of food hype. Referred to in this episode:       Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;

#351 What Breast Cancer Survivors Need to Know About Food Hype and Bioindividuality

Is love based on your belief of who someone is? If that’s the case, what are your thoughts about yourself? Do your thoughts lead you to acts of self-care or self-judgment? Do they lead you to light and supportive relationships or dependence on external validation? In this episode, we’ll dig into how your thoughts about yourself impact your life, health, and relationships. I’ll offer you a way of increasing awareness of how these thoughts affect you and a simple step to bring you closer to loving the most real version of yourself, so you can treat yourself with all the goodness you’ve always deserved. &nbsp; Referred to in this episode:     Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;     &nbsp;

#352 How You Think Of Yourself Impacts Your LIfe and Your Health

Do you need supplements? Are you getting enough protein? These are questions I hear all the time, and the answer is, you don’t know unless you take some time to track your food and you look at your blood work. However, you can add foods that are high in protein and nutrients, easy for your body to absorb, and support your wellness while helping to reduce pain. In this episode, we’ll discuss an important nutrient, collagen, and the food and supplements that can help deliver this useful protein. When you understand what food does for your body, it’s so much easier to feel motivated to nourish yourself.  Referred to in this episode:  Studies:   Books:  Products:      &nbsp; Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;     &nbsp; &nbsp;

#353 Collagen and Breast Cancer Recovery - How to Use Food to Reduce Pain and Improve Healing

A breast cancer diagnosis can knock the wind out of your confidence. It’s impossible to know how this type of diagnosis will impact you mentally and emotionally until you’re in it. As you try to figure out what you need, what you want, and what makes sense, other people’s thoughts and opinions can weigh heavily on your choices for your health and life. In this episode, I’ll share something that happened to me recently and brought my mind back to how often I see women struggle with the ability to believe and trust in themselves ( which is a critical part of the healing process) We’ll talk about why we give so much power to other people’s words and how we can return to building our self-confidence and trusting our intuition. &nbsp; Referred to in this episode:     Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;

#354 Building Confidence After Breast Cancer by Learning to Trust Yourself

After breast cancer treatment, maintaining strong bones becomes critically important. Treatments can take a toll on your skeletal system, increasing the risk of osteoporosis and fractures. Understanding why bone health is vital and how to protect it is key to your overall well-being. In this episode, we’ll highlight the crucial role that muscle strength plays in maintaining bone health. Our bones and muscles are intricately connected; when we build muscle, we also promote stronger bones. Resistance training isn’t just about getting fit – it’s about building a foundation that supports your entire body, including your bones. I’ll guide you through the science behind how muscle strength contributes to bone density. We’ll discuss practical, achievable ways to incorporate resistance exercises into your daily routine, regardless of your fitness level. Whether lifting weights, doing bodyweight exercises, or engaging in resistance band workouts, every bit helps maintain and improve bone health. Join me as we uncover actionable strategies to enhance your bone health through muscle building, empowering you to take charge of your recovery and well-being. Whether you're currently undergoing treatment or in remission, this episode is packed with valuable information to help you build a strong, resilient future.  Referred to in this episode:      Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;

#355 Boosting Bone Density and Muscle Strength After Breast Cancer

In this episode, we're diving into a topic that I know many of you have encountered but might not have a name for zero-sum thinking.&nbsp; This is the belief that if you take something for yourself, you're taking it away from someone else. And let me tell you, it's a sneaky little mindset that can really hold us back, especially when we're navigating the rocky waters of breast cancer recovery. In this episode, I break down what zero-sum thinking is and why it's such a common roadblock for breast cancer survivors. Many of us feel that asking for help or seeking support means depriving someone else of those same resources. It's a noble thought, but it's not true. Support, love, and care are not finite resources. There's more than enough to go around for everyone. I share stories and insights on how zero-sum thinking has affected some of you and offer practical tips on shifting this mindset. Imagine how liberating it would feel to know that reaching out for help is not only okay but beneficial for you and those around you. When you thrive, you inspire others to do the same. It's a ripple effect of positivity and healing. Let's break free from zero-sum thinking and embrace the abundant support that's out there for every one of us. Remember, you deserve all the help and love you need to thrive on this journey. Tune in and let's start this transformative conversation together!  Referred to in this Episode:      Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;

#356 Why Breast Cancer Survivors Struggle to Seek Help - The Zero Sum Trap

After a breast cancer diagnosis, it’s not uncommon to go through genetic assessments and testing searching for an inherited genetic reason for your diagnosis. But genetic testing can do so much more than give clues to why you might have a disease. In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of genetic testing. We’ll talk about the distinct differences between genetic cancer testing and what a powerful tool in understanding your genes’ influence on your response to nutrition can be. Imagine having a personalized nutrition guide at your fingertips, tailored just for you based on your unique genetic makeup! It's not just about eating right for your genes; it's about making informed choices that align with your body's needs, enhancing your overall health and well-being. By understanding the differences between these tests and their benefits, we empower ourselves with knowledge to make proactive health decisions. Whether it's choosing the right foods based on our genetic profile or understanding our risk for certain diseases, genetic testing provides a roadmap to better health. &nbsp; Referred to in this episode:   Follow me on Social Media:&nbsp;

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