Ep 4: Going Flat After Breast Cancer with Lauren Haugh

In this episode, I had the privilege of sitting with Lauren Haugh, a beacon of resilience, whose tale weaves through the toughest of life's fabrics—cancer and motherhood. As she narrates her ordeal of confronting a cancer diagnosis amidst the euphoria of new motherhood, you'll find yourself clutching onto her every word. Lauren's story isn't just about surviving; it's about thriving amidst the most daunting of circumstances and making choices that resonate with one's deepest sense of self, it's about finding harmony in our choices and learning to dance in the rain, even when the storm seems unrelenting.Topics covered:Lauren's health challenges, infertility, and motherhood journey.Lauren's cancer diagnosis, treatment, and the emotional and physical toll it took on her.The importance of living in the moment, appreciating everyday experiences, and finding humor and silver linings.The societal perceptions of beauty, body image, and femininity.Lauren's resilience and determination in pursuing her Ph.D., maintaining her goals, and finding ways to cope with the changes in her life.Personal mantras and affirmations to appreciate the world, connect with others, strive to do good, and find meaning in life experiences.Here are some actions you can take whether you have 5 minutes or 50:If you have 5 minutes, check out this article from the Greater Good Magazine from Berkeley that talks about “cyclic sighing” It’s a five-minute breathing exercise that can help you feel less anxious and more positive in just minutes.  If you have 50 minutes, browse this resource from Positive Psychology that includes why presence is important, how you can be more present in the future, recommended exercises and practices you can do as well as YouTube videos and books to deepen your understanding. If you want to follow Lauren’s journey you can read excerpts from her blog, connect with her on social media or send her an email, which we will include in the show notes. _____________________________________________________Connect with Lauren:https://www.instagram.com/lom33/https://www.threads.net/@lom33 ______________________Contact French Kissing Life PodcastDM us at @shawnnarstiver on Instagram or FacebookConnect with Shawnna Stiver on LinkedInEmail us at [email protected] Until next time, muah! ______________________French Kissing Life is sponsored by Ampersand Copy and Content. Ready to convert browsers into buyers? If you want to master your messaging, stand out in a saturated market and become a crushed-on, go-to brand, contact us today!Website: https://ampersandcopyandcontent.com/Email: [email protected]