Casey Head, was diagnosed with Acute lymphoblastic leukemia at the age of 31, after noticing weakness, fatigue and rashes. Casey’s cancer came back 3 times, leading to all kinds of chemotherapy and immunotherapy and even had a stroke during treatment. Casey underwent a brand new treatment resulting from a LLS conference after running out of all other options, asking the FDA and Pfizer to get on new treatment that was just approved and also underwent a stem cell transplant from her broth...
Husband and wife, Elijah and Celeste discuss his battle with cancer since 2005. In 2021, he received a heartbreaking Stage IV diagnosis. Throughout their family’s cancer journey, they have been inspired by nurses, doctors, philanthropists, family members, and friends who have been so generous with their time and talents. Elijah is still here because of his undying optimism and strength, scientific advancements, and the love of his family and friends. Each year, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Soc...
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Lauren is a breast cancer thriver, a returning guest (LOVE HER) and studied holistic healing. Leaving a life of accounting, she became an entrepreneur focused on helping others during and after breast cancer journeys. Lauren describes "Radical Honesty" and owning our truths. She describes how we are all our own best healers. I also loved the phrase "what's coming is going". Lauren has amazing resources including a free ebook on nutrition. Together, we ...
Ginger is the Director of Corporate Relations for American Cancer Society, in Grand Rapids Michigan. Ginger was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014, working in the non-profit sector. After the impact of non-profit organizations and Covid, Ginger found a position with ACS and is now a Reach to Recovery Volunteer. This pairs survivors and newly diagnosed people together, almost as a mentorship, listening ear program. https://www.cancer.org/ https://www.cancer.org...
Annette describes her family history with cancer, her mother is a 2 time breast cancer survivor, her father battled bladder cancer twice and maternal aunt and cousin also faced breast cancer. Annette describes her cancer diagnosis and her deep fear of a recurrence, given her family's experience. Annette describes how her mental health concerns started in her 20's after a separation from her first marriage resulting in insomnia, medication and therapy. Annette describes how...
Nikki was diagnosed with breast cancer 5 years ago. She discusses the impact of cancer on her husband and caretaker. His fears of a recurrence and depression changed him. Nikki describes how she perseveres, she is an self-proclaimed eternal optimist, but she lost the love of her life and then faced Covid shutdowns, causing her plans with friends to be delayed. Nikki is looking to turn her pain into purpose by helping others. Some books Nikki recommends are Th...
Ann was the first person to reach out when I announced I was taking guests for mental health. Ann experienced a series of events in 2012 starting with her mother's death from endometrial cancer in 2012 and then diagnosed 4 months later with Stage 2, Triple Negative Breast Cancer. Before breast cancer, Ann experienced mild depression with anxiety, however was recently diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. Ann also describes manic episodes and the impact on her life. Ann e...
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Kelly was diagnosed with breast cancer originally in 2012, with a double mastectomy. Just recently, Kelly was diagnosed with a recurrence, this time Her2+. Kelly describes the impact that breast cancer has had on her family (mom diagnosed in 1986, and sister diagnosed in 2020 with metastatic breast cancer). Kelly describes the faith journey and how Sister Mary, a nun from her aunt's funeral has been placed in her journey. Kelly describes her favorite Bible Verse, Pro...
Pastor John Scott, is a devoted Cubs fan, an amazing father and husband and pastor to Crosspoint Lutheran Church. Pastor John describes how God shows up in incredible ways and how faith is the foundation of hope to help in the difficult and dark days. Pastor John reminds us that the Word of God advises us that there are hard times. It states that in this world, YOU WILL HAVE TROUBLE, BUT TAKE HEART! If anyone is wanting to know how to pray, 1) Give Thanks 2) Ask for som...
https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/life-with-little-ones-lauren-t-akpm9K2gW5f/ http://blendedkidz.com/ Lauren is Carolina born, a bourbon and travel enthusiast, loves cupcakes and making lists. She is a AYA Cancer Advocate. She describes her recent cancer diagnosis, graduated from chemo on 1/21/21, still has radiation and her exchange surgery to go. She describes that you have to be your own advocate, "I know me better than you!" Lauren describes feeling abandoned by God an...
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Kathy is a Jesus disciple, cancer survivor, resilient! Kathy was diagnosed with Stage 2, TNBC in July of 2016. She shares her plans for her 5th cancerversary, a big milestone in the cancer community. Kathy describes God experiences and the journey of consequence. Kathy describes how she very clearly heard God speak to her, encouraging a friend to get a mammogram. This friend was diagnosed with breast cancer nearly 2 months after Kathy. https://www.instagram.com/kath...
http://happilyeveraftercancer.com/ Diagnosed with Breast Cancer in April of 2015, Heidi was 34 years old. Heidi underwent a lumpectomy, radiation and chemo. Heidi is Stage 2, ER/PR+, HER2-. Heidi describes how faith is truly a "practice", allowing the thought, the spirit and the feeling to lead her to action. Heidi describes the vision that she had the day before her diagnosis and her experience that led her even closer in her faith. She describes we can eith...