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Harness the Power of Your Mind
Harnessing the power of the mind may not be easy, but it is something everyone can learn to do. Once you catch yourself—and that is the key, catching the thought—you can decide to think or believe something better.
Sep 83 min read


Making changes while navigating cancer can be difficult
A cancer diagnosis often invites us to make meaningful changes in how we live, care for ourselves, and spend our energy. Yet recognizing the need for change is only the beginning. The more challenging—and often more important—work is discerning what changes will truly support our healing and then finding a sustainable way to begin.
Sep 43 min read


Plant-Based Nutrition Tips, Tricks and Resources
Are you embarking on a plant-based lifestyle for the first time? Have you been trying a plant-based diet, but still feeling it’s hard? You might be wondering if salads are really the only thing you can eat! Never fear, there is so much more you can do with plants than just make salads.
It all starts with making the transition as easy as possible for yourself.
Aug 278 min read


Radical Self-Care: Healing, Strength, and Self-Compassion
A cancer diagnosis changes everything. Your body, your schedule, your relationships, and even the way you see yourself can feel unfamiliar. In the midst of all the appointments and treatments, along with family and work responsibilities, your own needs are often the first to be set aside.
Apr 34 min read


Sleep and Rest for Cancer Thrivers
As someone who’s experienced the ups and downs of cancer, I’ve learned firsthand how important sleep, rest, and relaxation are for my well-being. They aren’t just about feeling less tired, they’re crucial for my body’s healing, helping me handle treatment and the stress that comes with it. Making time to truly rest, even when sleep isn’t perfect, has made a real difference in my energy, mood, and outlook on life. That’s why I’ve come to see sleep as a vital part of my healing
Nov 25, 20255 min read


New Study on Soy, Breast Cancer & Improved Survival
Its always good to see new studies and data on the controversial topics. Back in 2003 when I was diagnosed with breast cancer the...
Jul 2, 20242 min read


What you should and shouldn't say to someone with cancer
This is a great article on what to say and what not to say..it's worth sharing! A cancer diagnosis is devastating for the patient. It...
Jun 21, 20242 min read


Setting Boundaries to Support Self Care
It's time to put a stop to feeling overwhelmed, unseen, and compromising your self care. Setting healthy boundaries can have many...
May 1, 20245 min read


What To Do When You are Newly Diagnosed with Cancer
First, take a deep breath. Determine if you are in an emotional emergency or a physical emergency. Many cancers have been growing for...
Mar 25, 20245 min read


How to Create a Meaningful Life
Karla Mans Giroux One day I would love to write my memoir about my healing journey through cancer. I certainly know my journey and what I...
Mar 10, 20244 min read


Lessons on Health from an Imperfect Health Coach
Karla Mans Giroux I hate to admit it, but I have a cold. It’s not horrible but it is slowing me down. The reason I hate to admit it is...
Feb 26, 20245 min read


Using Intuition for Healing
Do you ever just know something? Are there times when you can’t explain it, but you just know? You know something is right or you know...
Feb 10, 20244 min read


Are You Living on Autopilot? Make Conscious Choices Today
Living a truly healthy life can be challenging in the beginning but it definitely gets easier over time. You first need to question...
Jan 10, 20243 min read


Boost Your Mood - Boost Your Immune System
Immune boosting strategies can’t be overstated for those of us on a journey back to optimal health. Our brilliant bodies are meant to be...
Dec 27, 20234 min read


Opting out of Holiday Stress
Stress is a normal part of life. Although many of us on a healing journey learn early on how important it is to manage our stress and...
Dec 14, 20234 min read


I Know I Am Worthy
Do you ever have days when you feel so lucky? Lucky to be alive. Lucky to have all you have. I hope you do because there is nothing...
Dec 8, 20233 min read


Cancer Was My Wake-Up Call
Not the first time. It took a second diagnosis to wake me up. It was the stage 4 diagnosis that made me really look at my life. When I...
Nov 28, 20232 min read


A Million Little Miracles
My morning began with an early workout session. Geared up with my free weights and headphones on, I was caught by a song, called “A...
Aug 13, 20233 min read


Light as Medicine - by Emma Sabin
We cannot live without sunlight. Plants, animals and all beings need light, and not just any type of light, we need balanced light, the...
Jul 2, 20235 min read


EMPOWER YOURSELF WITH A “STOP DOING LIST”
Now, we are all familiar with a “To Do List.” You know, the lists we create of tasks we want to accomplish throughout our day and week....
May 17, 20232 min read
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