Ep. 100: Rising Above-Transformation Thru Writing w/ BC Sisters - Gillian, Melissa, Sarah, & April

For our 100th episode, we explore how storytelling helps reclaim body, mind, and spirit after cancer. Gillian Lichota, April Stearns, Melissa Andersen, and Sarah Zsak share how writing transforms fear into agency, supports embodiment, and creates space for healing and connection.Featured book: Rising Above: Our Transformational Journey to Wholeness After Breast CancerGuests• Gillian Lichota – Founder & CEO of iRise Above Foundation, breast cancer thriver, adventure traveler, and lead author of Rising Above• April Stearns – Founder and Editor of Wildfire Magazine; breast cancer survivor and expressive writing facilitator• Melissa Andersen – Nonprofit advocate and HER2+ survivor focused on healing, nature, and creativity• Sarah Zsak – Speech-language pathologist, mom of four, Peace Corps alum, and Stage III survivor grounded in faith, connection, and hopeResources• P.ink Day (Personal Ink): https://p-ink.org/p-ink-days/• American Cancer Society: https://www.cancer.org/• Ohio State early signs article: https://cancer.osu.edu/news/most-breast-cancers-dont-start-with-a-noticeable-lump• Dr. Lily Mundy (Johns Hopkins): https://profiles.hopkinsmedicine.org/provider/lily-mundy/2700651• Dr. Nima Khavanin (Johns Hopkins): https://profiles.hopkinsmedicine.org/provider/nima-khavanin/3052769Support the ShowLove the Test Those Breasts® Podcast? You can support this work by donating at https://testthosebreasts.org/donate/Please rate and review wherever you listen — it helps more than you know.DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. For personalized guidance, consult qualified healthcare providers.