Navigating Cancer TOGETHER

Tom Reaoch is a breast cancer survivor. He is also an American, known as The King of Networking in Brazil. He has years of professional market and product development experience in Brazil and the world. Tom is the Founder and Host of three Business podcasts about Business: Talk 2 Brazil Business Connection in English, BBN Brazil Business Network in Portuguese, and Café & Networking Podcast. As a business mentor for entrepreneurs, Tom shares global and multicultural management experiences on a wide range of topics, career orientation, virtual business networking tips for international success and failure, as well as personal contingency planning.

A few highlights from the show:

1. Always get a second opinion. You have to find a way to trust what is being said and then validate it for yourself.

2. Find motivation to get through the tough times. Having a reason is the key!

3. You can restart during your recovery.

4. Men can get breast implants for breast reconstruction.

5. Cross networking is the secret to success.

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About Me:

In 2011, I was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma, out of the blue. I did not have any prior health concerns or issues. Fast forward, the dreaded cancer diagnosis opened my eyes, introduced me to my purpose, and lead me to where I am today.

As a Cancer Doula, I use my 10-years of experience with cancer to support and guide others diagnosed with cancer. Many people are not familiar with what a cancer doula is. Think of me as a personal health care advocate.

Schedule a free 30-minute meet and greet call to learn more. https://bit.ly/OTOSDiscovery

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Caregiving is hard! In this episode of Navigating Cancer TOGETHER, Talaya Dendy dedicates the show to caregivers and features Allison Breininger, founder of The Negative Space. Allison shares her journey as a caregiver for her husband diagnosed with Fanconi Anemia (FA), a rare genetic disease leading to multiple cancers. She discusses the underappreciated role of caregivers, the importance of acknowledging their efforts, and the support systems she established through her non-profit. The episode covers the emotional and logistical burdens caregivers face, offers practical advice, and highlights the significance of having accessible mental health resources.

✨Highlights from the show:

[01:58] Allison's Personal Caregiving Journey

[04:30] Challenges and Realities of Caregiving

[09:26] Impact of Cancer Diagnosis on Caregivers

[12:57] Mental Health and Support for Caregivers

[17:16] Basic Needs and Advice for New Caregivers

[23:57] The Guilt and Challenges of Caregiving

[26:49] The Media's Portrayal of Caregiving

[32:08] Practical Self-Care Tips for Caregivers

[37:06] What NOT to Say to Caregivers

[38:55] The Importance of Acknowledging Caregivers

[42:14] The Negative Space: Resources and Support

Reflection: As a caregiver, how did this episode make you feel? Did it resonate with your experiences as a caregiver?

If you are someone who has had a cancer diagnosis, how did it make you feel? Have you had a conversation with your caregiver?

📰 Blog: https://www.ontheotherside.life/caregiving-unmasked

👩Connect with Allison:

Website: https://www.thenegativespace.life

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/negspacelife/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Negative-Space/61553388981859/

Podcast: https://www.thenegativespace.life/podcast/

Podcast on IG: https://www.instagram.com/insicknesspodcast/

Resources:

CaregiverCon,https://www.caregivercon.com

IANA Care,https://ianacare.com

Other Episodes You'll Enjoy:

How to Be a Caregiver with No Regrets with Rayna Neises, https://podcast.ausha.co/navigatingcancertogether/how-to-be-a-caregiver-with-no-regrets-with-rayna-neises

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🦄About Me:

In 2011, I was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma, out of the blue. I did not have any prior health concerns or issues. Fast forward, the dreaded cancer diagnosis opened my eyes, introduced me to my purpose, and led me to where I am today.

As a Cancer Doula, I use my 13 years of experience with cancer to support and guide others diagnosed with cancer. Many people are not familiar with what a cancer doula is. Think of me as your personal guide and patient advocate. Schedule a 30-minute Meet and Greet call to confidentially share the challenges you are facing and learn more about how I can support you. bit.ly/OTOSCalmingEnergyMeetNGreet

Learn more about On the Other Side at https://www.ontheotherside.life/. Connect with me on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/talayadendy/), or sign up for my bi-weekly newsletter (https://bit.ly/OTOSNewslet...

James Mannion and Harry Thomas are the hosts of Lads Talk Health. They are two friends who worked with each other over 12 years ago.

Steven is a Movement Master, Author, and Recovery Advocate who is passionate about helping others navigate towards a happier, healthier life. His lifelong love and a key foundation to his own spiritual fitness is 'movement' and he firmly believes our relationship with our body is vital for emotional, physical, and spiritual health.
Steven’s online members' community, SWE Studio, offers 300+ mindful movement video classes and wellness resources including Pilates, Qigong, Meditation, Laughter Medicine, and more for the body, mind, and soul.
Steven had a successful career as a contemporary dancer, working at New York City Opera, Metropolitan Opera, and appearing on Broadway in Disney’s, The Lion King but often used drugs and alcohol to cope with anxiety and self-doubt. Since making the conscious decision to get sober twenty years ago, he has impacted countless lives through movement and his keen ability to connect and relate to others.
During his study of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Steven discovered a love for the ancient Chinese movement practice of Qigong and became a Certified Qigong Instructor. Added to that, Steven is a Pilates teacher and has taught individuals and groups for over 20 years.
Steven’s writings, articles, and life experiences created the inspiration for his first book, Recovering You, Soul Care and Mindful Movement for Overcoming Addiction. Published by New World Library, the book’s unique self-care focus is complemented by the use of Qigong movements.
Steven hosts a monthly Heart/Mind Moments YouTube series with videos on physical, emotional, and spiritual health, and his movement and mindfulness work has received over one million views on YouTube.

Terry Tucker has been an NCAA Division I college basketball player, a Citadel cadet, a marketing executive, a hospital administrator, an undercover narcotics investigator, a SWAT Team Hostage Negotiator, a high school basketball coach, a business owner, a motivational speaker, an author, and most recently, a cancer warrior. He is the author of Sustainable Excellence, Ten Principles To Living Your Uncommon and Extraordinary Life. Terry and his wife have lived all over the United States and currently reside in Colorado with their daughter and Wheaten Terrier, Maggie. In 2019, Terry started the website, Motivational Check to help others find and lead their uncommon and extraordinary lives.