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EPISODE · Oct 23, 2025 · 44 MIN

Rebuilding Identity After Breast Cancer with Alexandra Goldwell

from Tenacity with Sonia C. · host Sonia Couto

When Alexandra Goldwell was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer as a single parent and lifelong healer, she was forced to confront the limits of her strength and the depth of her beliefs about healing. A psychologist and somatic therapist for over 25 years, Alexandra had spent her career helping others process pain, but breast cancer became her most personal teacher.In this episode of Tenacity with Sonia C, we have an honest and transformative conversation. Alexandra shares how she approached her diagnosis differently, why she delayed surgery, and the mental and emotional practices that helped her navigate fear, isolation, and uncertainty. We also talk about the often-ignored post-cancer phase, the disorientation, the grief over a changed body, and the process of redefining your identity and priorities after survival.This isn’t just a story about breast cancer; it’s about agency, resilience, and rewriting your life on your own terms.🎧 Listen now for a conversation that will speak to anyone facing a life-changing diagnosis, a significant transition, or the challenge of starting over.Website: https://www.soniacouto.com/PodcastIG Channel: https://www.instagram.com/tenacitywithsoniac/ IG Host: https://www.instagram.com/techiesoniac TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@techiesoniac YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TenacitywithSoniaC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soniacouto/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555526145296Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

When Alexandra Goldwell was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer as a single parent and lifelong healer, she was forced to confront the limits of her strength and the depth of her beliefs about healing. A psychologist and somatic therapist for over 25 years, Alexandra had spent her career helping others process pain, but breast cancer became her most personal teacher. In this episode of Tenacity with Sonia C, we have an honest and transformative conversation. Alexandra shares how she approached her diagnosis differently, why she delayed surgery, and the mental and emotional practices that helped her navigate fear, isolation, and uncertainty. We also talk about the often-ignored post-cancer phase, the disorientation, the grief over a changed body, and the process of redefining your identity and priorities after survival. This isn’t just a story about breast cancer; it’s about agency, resilience, and rewriting your life on your own terms. 🎧 Listen now for a conversation that will speak to anyone facing a life-changing diagnosis, a significant transition, or the challenge of starting over. https://www.instagram.com/tenacitywithsoniac/ https://www.instagram.com/techiesoniac Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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