I'm Still Here: Lessons from Life with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Heather Jose

I'm Still Here: Lessons from Life with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Heather Jose

Heather was diagnosed with Metastatic (Stage IV) Breast Cancer at age 26, in 1998. Join Heather and her husband Larry as they discuss life with metastatic disease as it impacts every area from health, finances, family planning, and so much more. The podcast provides inspiration and hope, but also practical tips that empower cancer survivors to create a life with cancer.

Episodes

April 30, 2025 26 mins

In this solo episode, Heather talks about living with metastatic breast cancer over 26 years.

Each week, Heather shares profound insights gained from her remarkable 25-year journey as a metastatic breast cancer survivor. Join us as we delve into essential topics like cancer survivorship, where Heather and Larry impart valuable mental health advice and coping strategies for cancer patients. From navigating hospitals to post-treatmen...

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In this episode, Larry and Heather talk about tips to make appointments go smoothly and get the most out of them.

Each week, Heather shares profound insights gained from her remarkable 25-year journey as a metastatic breast cancer survivor. Join us as we delve into essential topics like cancer survivorship, where Heather and Larry impart valuable mental health advice and coping strategies for cancer patients. From navigating hospit...

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In this episode Larry and Heather talk about living with the weight of metastatic cancer along with the everything else that is happening in the world.

Each week, Heather shares profound insights gained from her remarkable 25-year journey as a metastatic breast cancer survivor. Join us as we delve into essential topics like cancer survivorship, where Heather and Larry impart valuable mental health advice and coping strategies for c...

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April 9, 2025 29 mins

This week Larry and Heather talk about getting back on track after a setback.

Each week, Heather shares profound insights gained from her remarkable 25-year journey as a metastatic breast cancer survivor. Join us as we delve into essential topics like cancer survivorship, where Heather imparts valuable mental health advice and coping strategies for cancer patients. From navigating hospitals to post-treatment tips, Heather's can...

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March 26, 2025 29 mins

Each week, Heather shares profound insights gained from her remarkable 25-year journey as a metastatic breast cancer survivor. Join us as we delve into essential topics like cancer survivorship, where Heather imparts valuable mental health advice and coping strategies for cancer patients. From navigating hospitals to post-treatment tips, Heather's candid and compassionate narrative serves as a beacon of strength. Tune in for an...

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What do you want to be called? Is there implications behing the words? This episode talks about how the terms sit with Heather and why.

Each week, Heather shares profound insights gained from her remarkable 25-year journey as a metastatic breast cancer survivor. Join us as we delve into essential topics like cancer survivorship, where Heather imparts valuable mental health advice and coping strategies for cancer patients. From navi...

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In this episode we talk about Heather's focus from a nutrition standpoint and how surprisingly easy it is to eat 30 plants a week.

Each week, Heather shares profound insights gained from her remarkable 25-year journey as a metastatic breast cancer survivor. Join us as we delve into essential topics like cancer survivorship, where Heather imparts valuable mental health advice and coping strategies for cancer patients. From navig...

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In this episode Larry and Heather talk about the level of cancer anxiety that is present day to day for people with metastatic cancer and ways to gauge anxiety as well as live with it. Each week, Heather shares profound insights gained from her remarkable 25-year journey as a metastatic breast cancer survivor. Join us as we delve into essential topics like cancer survivorship, where Heather imparts valuable mental health advice and...

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In this episode Larry and Heather talk about some of the things that don't get talked about when you have been told it's cancer including, finances, emotional support, and much more. Check out our newly designed 5 to Thrive Guides at www.heatherjose.com/products. Little Pink Houses of Hope Provides Free Vacations for People with Breast Cancer- ⁠https://www.littlepink.org/⁠ Follow Heather’s Socials: Instagram: HeatherJoseLin...

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In this episode Heather is flying solo! Join her as she talks about her thoughts on living with breast cancer and how it has affected her life from various aspects including financially, career wise, and body image.

Check out the new 5 to Thrive guides: www.heatherjose.com/products

Little Pink Houses of Hope - ⁠https://www.littlepink.org/⁠ Follow Heather’s Socials: Instagram: HeatherJoseLinkedIn: ⁠  / heather-jose-a4085219  ⁠ Youtu...

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In this episode, Heather opens up about her journey through diagnosis and treatment, sharing the raw and real moments that defined her experience. She reflects on the toughest times and how she found the strength to push through. Tune in for an honest and powerful conversation about resilience, self-discovery, and navigating life's hardest challenges. Join the 5 to Thrive Challenge: https://heatherjose.com/ Download the 5 to Thriv...

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In this episode, Heather opens up about her journey through diagnosis and treatment, sharing the raw and real moments that defined her experience. She reflects on the toughest times and how she found the strength to push through. Heather also gets vulnerable as she discusses the emotional impact her mastectomy had on her sense of sexuality and identity. Tune in for an honest and powerful conversation about resilience, self-discover...

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In this episode, we explore the power of focusing on what moves us forward in life. From setting meaningful goals to embracing daily practices like affirmations, journaling, and visualization, we dive into actionable tools that help you cultivate a growth-oriented mindset. We'll also discuss how meditation can center your thoughts and keep you aligned with your aspirations. Whether you're seeking clarity, motivation, or sim...

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Heather opens up about the intense emotions she faced following her diagnosis and how she learned to navigate them. She acknowledges that the initial weeks were overwhelming and terrifying, but she discovered strategies to make the fear more bearable.

Join the 5 to Thrive Challenge: https://heatherjose.com/ 

Download the 5 to Thrive:  https://heatherjose.com/ols/products/5-to-thrive-a-guide-to-navigate-cancer-part-1-diagnosis-to-tr...

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The first few weeks after a cancer diagnosis are terrifying and filled with uncertainty. It feels like everything is too much, and there's no guidebook for what lies ahead. Heather shares five things she wishes she had known in the beginning.

Join the 5 to Thrive Challenge: https://heatherjose.com/ 

Download the 5 to Thrive:  https://heatherjose.com/ols/products/5-to-thrive-a-guide-to-navigate-cancer-part-1-diagnosis-to-treatment  

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January 1, 2025 15 mins

This is the perfect time of the year to re-evaluate your health & set goals for 2025. Heather & Larry created a 5 to Thrive Challenge. This will help you get on track for the new year.

There are different tiers for the challenge, offering a facebook group, accountability emails, a step by step guide, and so much more.

The Five to Thrive:   https://heatherjose.com/products/ols/products

5 to Thrive Part 2 - Treatment Phase:...

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Drawing from her personal journey with cancer, Heather often receives requests for advice. She addresses common questions and shares her candid answers. Listen in for insights that might challenge your perspective and inspire a new way of thinking. 

Download the 5 to Thrive:  https://heatherjose.com/ols/products/5-to-thrive-a-guide-to-navigate-cancer-part-1-diagnosis-to-treatment 

5 to Thrive Part 2 - Treatment Phase: 

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This December marks a significant milestone for Heather—26 years since her cancer diagnosis. What makes this year extraordinary is that Heather has now lived half her life with cancer and half without. In this episode, Heather and Larry reflect on this journey, exploring the profound impact of thoughts and beliefs on the healing process and the resilience it takes to thrive through life's challenges.

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The holiday season often brings added stress, from packed schedules to the pressure of creating perfect celebrations. When you’re navigating cancer on top of it all, the challenges can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Heather offers a thoughtful guide packed with 12 practical ideas to help you stay grounded, maintain focus, and find moments of peace amidst the chaos. Whether it’s prioritizing self-care, managing your energy, or ...

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Heather recounts a challenging experience at the doctor’s office, highlighting where the staff fell short and offering suggestions for improvement. She emphasizes the importance of small, meaningful steps doctors can take to make cancer patients feel more comfortable and to ask the right questions. Treating patients as individuals, rather than just numbers, is crucial. Heather shares insights on being more thoughtful and understand...

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