In this episode, we kick things off with lighthearted reflections on our favorite summer activities and the small joys that make the season memorable. Although we hate to see summer go, we are welcoming fall with all the traditions.
From there, our conversation takes a more serious turn to discuss overall health and specifically breast cancer. Being an advocate for your own health can have its own mental obstacles that you have to overcome. Asking hard questions and pushing for answers when something doesn't feel right can feel overwhelming, intimidating, and even exhausting. Many people struggle with the emotional weight of balancing self-advocacy with the fear of what they might discover. Its a reminder that protecting your health often requires courage and persistence.
At the same time, there are practical steps you can take to support your overall well-being and strengthen immunity. This segment is about recognizing both sides-the mental weight of speaking up for your body and what is happening within it as well as the empowering actions we can take to feel stronger and healthier in the process.
-Dacia and Karissa
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