Episode 41 - "I Didn’t Beat Cancer, God Did": Danielle’s Breast Cancer Journey
Description
Faith, Fear & Early Detection
“Early detection saved my life.” In this powerful and faith-filled episode, host Wayna Berry sits down with Danielle M. Frazier, a licensed professional counselor and breast cancer survivor, to share her emotional and spiritual journey—from the shock of diagnosis to the quiet battles no one sees after the bell rings.
Danielle opens up about how faith, trusted community, and a persistent doctor changed everything. Whether you’re walking through your own health journey, supporting someone you love, or simply need a reminder of resilience, this conversation will move you deeply.
📝 Show Notes
📌 Memorable Quotes
“Not knowing doesn’t change the facts.” — Danielle M. Frazier
“I didn’t beat cancer. God did.” — Danielle M. Frazier
“Fear almost kept me from making that call.” — Danielle M. Frazier
“You need trusted people who can hold you up.” — Danielle M. Frazier
- “I was trusting the science and the supernatural.” — Danielle M. Frazier
🗣️ Topics Discussed
Danielle’s delayed oncologist visit and how a persistent doctor made all the difference
The emotional shock and processing of a cancer diagnosis
How faith and community became anchors during treatment
The fear of recurrence after “ringing the bell”
The power of early detection, screening, and self-advocacy
- Learning to focus on healthy living instead of fear
💡 Key Takeaways
- ✅ Early screening can save your life—don’t put it off.
- 🙌 Faith, community, and support are powerful healing tools.
🫂 Emotional healing often happens after the medical treatment ends.
🧠 You don’t need to fight fear alone—get support.
- 🩷 It’s okay to take it one day at a time.
🙌 Mentions & Shoutouts
Danielle M. Frazier, Licensed Professional Counselor – Find her on Psychology Today
Walter’s Walk Retreat (where Wayna and Danielle met)
Mammogram & MRI Screening Programs
Faith communities supporting women through cancer journeys
- Healthcare providers advocating for early detection
📲 Connect with Our Guest
Stay connected with Danielle M. Frazier and follow her journey:
📸 Instagram: @danimfrazier
💼 LinkedIn / Facebook: Danielle Frazier
- Email: danimarsha08@gmail.com
💬 If you loved her story, don’t forget to tag both Danielle and @FemaleVoicesPodcast on your posts and stories!
⏱️ Suggested Timestamps
Time Segment:
00:11 Warm welcome & friendship banter
02:29 How Danielle’s doctor pushed for early screening
06:43 Genetic testing and high-risk screenings
08:36 The MRI that changed everything
11:54 “You have cancer” — Danielle hears the diagnosis
15:45 Faith, trust, and “I didn’t beat cancer. God did.”
19:06 The emotional roller coaster after treatment
22:29 How faith shifted fear of recurrence
23:48 Advice for newly diagnosed women
26:19 Early detection saves lives
28:58 Danielle’s healthy lifestyle after cancer
30:27 How to connect with Danielle
31:09 Closing reflections from Wayna
📢 Call to Action
- 💖 Join the conversation: Follow @femalevoiceslifelosspodcast on Instagram and Facebook.
🩷 Get screened: Don’t delay your mammogram or health check. Early detection matters.
📩 Email us: femalevoiceslifelosspodcast@gmail.com
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