I Was Given A 0% Chance Of Living Past 18 Months - with Di Foster episode artwork

EPISODE · Dec 30, 2024 · 11 MIN

I Was Given A 0% Chance Of Living Past 18 Months - with Di Foster

from Noise of Life Podcast · host Steve Hodgson

In this episode, I have the profound honor of speaking with Di, an inspiring woman whose journey through life and illness has profoundly reshaped her understanding of happiness, choice, and living fully. Diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer at 31, Di emphasizes the importance of focusing on life rather than the inevitability of death. Guided by her mantra of being "obsessed with the way that I'm living," she shares her story of resilience and transformation, including her decision to embrace happiness, natural healing, and gratitude after being given just 12 months to live. Her journey is a powerful reminder of the strength of the human spirit and the power of choosing joy, even in the face of adversity. About our guest: Di Foster is a seasoned coach, speaker, and business consultant with a diverse background in management and a personal story of resilience. After earning a commerce degree with a focus on accounting, Di began her career at Tamahine Knitwear in Dunedin, eventually leading management roles across the knitwear and production industries. With over 15 years of experience navigating business closures, mergers, and start-ups, Di transitioned into coaching, driven by a passion for helping people thrive in both business and life. A two-time breast cancer survivor, Di defied a terminal diagnosis 14 years ago and now advocates for living life to the fullest. Her coaching emphasizes perspective shifts and the importance of making the most of the time we have. Follow Our Guest: Website: https://www.difoster.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difoster.live/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/difoster.live LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/di-foster/ Follow Us On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestevehodgson/ https://www.instagram.com/sharewithsteve/ Episode Highlights: 00:59 - The Turning Point 02:48 -  Confronting Fear 06:14 -  Finding Purpose in Survival 08:33 -  Initial Diagnosis Experience

In this episode, I have the profound honor of speaking with Di, an inspiring woman whose journey through life and illness has profoundly reshaped her understanding of happiness, choice, and living fully. Diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer at 31, Di emphasizes the importance of focusing on life rather than the inevitability of death. Guided by her mantra of being "obsessed with the way that I'm living," she shares her story of resilience and transformation, including her decision to embrace happiness, natural healing, and gratitude after being given just 12 months to live. Her journey is a powerful reminder of the strength of the human spirit and the power of choosing joy, even in the face of adversity. About our guest: Di Foster is a seasoned coach, speaker, and business consultant with a diverse background in management and a personal story of resilience. After earning a commerce degree with a focus on accounting, Di began her career at Tamahine Knitwear in Dunedin, eventually leading management roles across the knitwear and production industries. With over 15 years of experience navigating business closures, mergers, and start-ups, Di transitioned into coaching, driven by a passion for helping people thrive in both business and life. A two-time breast cancer survivor, Di defied a terminal diagnosis 14 years ago and now advocates for living life to the fullest. Her coaching emphasizes perspective shifts and the importance of making the most of the time we have. Follow Our Guest: Website: https://www.difoster.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/difoster.live/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/difoster.live LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/di-foster/ Follow Us On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestevehodgson/ https://www.instagram.com/sharewithsteve/ Episode Highlights: 00:59 - The Turning Point 02:48 -  Confronting Fear 06:14 -  Finding Purpose in Survival 08:33 -  Initial Diagnosis Experience

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