The Gripping Reality of Cancer: Stories and Insights

In this episode, Mel, a breast cancer survivor, shares her deeply personal and transformative journey through diagnosis, treatment, and life after cancer. We explore the uncertainty, emotional strain, and physical toll, while also uncovering the unexpected gifts that emerge from vulnerability.

Mel opens up about the impact on her identity and relationships, the fear of recurrence, and the pressure of survivorship highlighting the power of support, community, and asking for help.

Through raw conversation and personal insight, we’re reminded that growth comes from leaning into discomfort. Join us as we embrace vulnerability, connection, and the beauty of living authentically, where every moment and every story matters. Subscribe and follow along on this healing journey.

This podcast dives deep into real, raw topics—think vulnerability, triggers, and childhood trauma. But just so we're super clear: I’m not a licensed therapist, mental health professional, or anything close. I’m just a human sharing stories, lessons, and life hacks based on personal experience and a whole lot of curiosity.

So, while you might find some golden nuggets here, this is not therapy and should never replace professional mental health care. If you or someone you love is going through it, please—seriously—reach out to a licensed therapist or healthcare provider. You deserve the real deal.

Need Help Now?
Here are a few amazing resources:

· 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.): Call or text 988
· NAMI HelpLine: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or nami.org/help
· Therapy Directory: psychologytoday.com
· Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

The opinions expressed on this show are ours and ours alone—no official organizations are responsible for what we say (or how much we overshare).