EPISODE · Jun 9, 2026 · 46 MIN
Helen Addis - The Lump That Changed Everything
from Showing Up Stronger with Sarah Campus · host Sarah Campus
The lump that changed everything.“What does it mean to keep showing up when life completely changes course? In this powerful episode of Showing Up Stronger, I sit down with Helen Addis—former ITV executive producer, mum of three, breast cancer survivor, founder of the Change + Check campaign, and newly awarded MBE recipient. Helen shares the raw reality of building a successful career in television, navigating redundancy after 25 years in the industry, and the life-changing moment she discovered a lump that led to a breast cancer diagnosis at just 39 years old.Together, we talk about:• Resilience, motherhood, identity, and grief• Finding humor and perspective during cancer treatment• Health advocacy and trusting your instincts• Why strength is just about taking the next step, even when you're scaredHelen's honesty and perspective are deeply moving. From raising three young children through treatment to creating a campaign that has saved hundreds of lives by detecting cancer early, this conversation is a beautiful reminder to prioritize your health and never underestimate the impact of showing up for yourself.🔗 Links & Resources:• Support the Change + Check Campaign:• Follow Helen on Instagram• Follow Showing Up Stronger: This series is proudly Sponsored by Revive Active who are offering an exclusive discount for all Showing Up Stronger Podcast listeners use code STRONGER15. Find Revive Active in Boots, Holland & Barrett, pharmacies and health stores or online at reviveactive.com
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The lump that changed everything.“What does it mean to keep showing up when life completely changes course? In this powerful episode of Showing Up Stronger, I sit down with Helen Addis—former ITV executive producer, mum of three, breast cancer survivor, founder of the Change + Check campaign, and newly awarded MBE recipient. Helen shares the raw reality of building a successful career in television, navigating redundancy after 25 years in the industry, and the life-changing moment she discovered a lump that led to a breast cancer diagnosis at just 39 years old.Together, we talk about:• Resilience, motherhood, identity, and grief• Finding humor and perspective during cancer treatment• Health advocacy and trusting your instincts• Why strength is just about taking the next step, even when you're scaredHelen's honesty and perspective are deeply moving. From raising three young children through treatment to creating a campaign that has saved hundreds of lives by detecting cancer early, this conversation is a beautiful reminder to prioritize your health and never underestimate the impact of showing up for yourself.🔗 Links & Resources:• Support the Change + Check Campaign:• Follow Helen on Instagram• Follow Showing Up Stronger: This series is proudly Sponsored by Revive Active who are offering an exclusive discount for all Showing Up Stronger Podcast listeners use code STRONGER15. Find Revive Active in Boots, Holland & Barrett, pharmacies and health stores or online at reviveactive.com
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