When life throws unexpected challenges our way, how do we rise above them and find gratitude amidst adversity? Join me as I sit down with the inspiring Kathryn Elliott, a breast cancer thriver and mother of three teenage boys, who shares her powerful journey through the battlefields of cancer and induced menopause. Together, we peel back the layers of our remarkably similar experiences and discuss how these challenges have shaped our lives and relationships with our bodies.Navigating the complexities of menopause after cancer treatment can be an emotional rollercoaster, as Kathryn and I can attest. We delve into the grief associated with being unable to undergo perimenopause and menopause naturally and the physical and mental effects of different treatment options. Moreover, we explore the importance of balancing our oncologists' advice and our instincts and how our decisions have impacted our families during these trying times.Breast cancer awareness and self-connection resonate deeply with Kathryn and me. This episode discusses the importance of trusting our instincts, checking for body changes, and understanding the links between alcohol consumption and breast cancer risk. Don't miss this empowering conversation that will leave you feeling informed, inspired, and ready to embrace the challenges of midlife with gratitude and resilience, grit and grace.Resources:Kathryn's websiteThe Alcohol Mindset Coach - InstagramMy Breast Friend - InstagramAwe: The Transformative Power of Everyday Wonder - BookOther Episodes you may enjoy:61: Rethink the way you drink32: The importance of self advocacy during cancer19: Normalising sobrietyThank you for listening to my show! Join the conversation on Instagram