Episode 137 - Rebuilding Confidence and Self-Esteem

Feel like you’ve lost your confidence since cancer treatment induced menopause? In this empowering episode, I want to explore the journey of rebuilding confidence after cancer treatment and through menopause. Lack of confidence and loss of self-worth is something we are all too familiar with as we navigate life after cancer and of course the lack of hormones play a part too.I dive into how these life-altering experiences can challenge your sense of self and provide practical tools to help you rise above self-doubt and embrace your strengths. From managing body image struggles to finding your voice again, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you thrive.Whether you’re navigating treatment-induced menopause, recovering from cancer, or supporting someone on this journey, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about overcoming challenges and rediscovering the amazing person you are.Episode Highlights:00:00 Intro.06:19 Brain fog impairs competence and concentration significantly.09:44 Cancer can result in self-doubt and distrust in body.13:50 Overcoming struggles: regain confidence through support.17:15 Focus on strengths, set manageable goals.20:05 Overthinking causes exhaustion and lack of confidence.22:04 Confidence dwindled over years, impacting aspirations.27:41 Celebrate small successes; utilise reminders and strategies.29:29 Feeling unworthy, judged, anxious, insecure, sober.40:02 Embrace emotional growth; CBT strategies can help.Connect with us:For more information and resources, visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org Follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancerFind us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@NavigatingMenopauseAfterCancer Join my NEW blog ‘Still Becoming’ on Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington?...Buy my book ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’: https://amzn.eu/d/07dUoYBbJoin our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub Mentioned in this episode:Substack: https://danibinnington.substack.com/