Our Scars Speak

About Our Scars Speak

This platform provides a space for women and men who are breast cancer survivors and thrivers who desire to allow their mental and physical scars to speak openly about life before breast cancer, during, and now. Additionally, we are inviting caregivers to share their experience with supporting and loving their loved one(s) through this process because they have scars that must be respected and heard. Lastly, we are hearing from professionals about their journey to serving individuals with breast cancer, along with needed information to bring forth awareness.

Publisher

Christina Miner

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Mar 2023

Latest episode

27 Oct 2024

Latest episodes

64 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Oct 2024

   63. Crystal Leach, Breast Cancer Survivor, Patient Advocate, CHEK2 Carrier, Peer Supporter with Sharsheret, & Proud Flattie

   Crystal Leach is a breast cancer survivor, a passionate patient advocate, a CHEK2 carrier, and a proud flattie. She has dedicated herself to peer support with Sharsheret and shares her journey of resilience through life’s challenges. Crystal’s story is rooted in a past filled with struggles. Her biological mother faced significant challenges, leading to the placement of her children in foster care. At just 17, Crystal found herself pregnant and alone. Yet, through it all, her unwavering love and faith in God provided her with grace, clarity, and guidance. Hearing her breast cancer diagnosis was devastating, but her past battles had prepared her for this fight. She recognized it as another challenge to confront, equipped with the lessons learned from previous struggles. With the unwavering support of family and friends, Crystal made difficult decisions that brought her peace. Now, she feels a deep urgency to share her story, helping others navigate their own journeys. Crystal Leach Contact Information: Instagram: @ms.mary_305 Podcast Host Christina Miner’s Contact Information: Website: www.cminerllc.com Email Address: info@cminerllc.com Use At Your Own Risk Disclaimer: None of the authors, contributors, administrators, vandals, or anyone else connected with Our Scars Speak and Christina Miner Enterprises, LLC, in any way whatsoever, can be responsible for your use of the information contained in or linked from/to this podcast. No shared information is intended to subst tute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician o other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition or treatment and before undertraining a new health care regimen, and never disregard professional mental or medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have received on this podcast.

2. 

   13 Oct 2024

   62. Amy Hartl, Survivor/BRCA1 Carrier, Oncology Massage & Certified Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist

   Amy Hartl is a remarkable breast cancer survivor, BRCA1+ carrier, and entrepreneur. She is Your Breast Cancer Self-Care Specialist™ Oncology Massage and Certified Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist, specializing in breast cancer recovery and survivorship. Her journey began at a young age, witnessing her loved ones battle cancer, particularly her mother. Amy shared how challenging it was to support her mother through treatment while caring for her siblings. A pivotal moment came when what she thought was ringworm on her chest led to a breast cancer diagnosis, a twist that she views as a guiding sign from the universe or God. Driven by her passion for helping others, Amy has dedicated her career to educating and empowering people about the lymphatic system and the importance of self-care in the recovery process. Her story is one of strength, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to supporting those affected by breast cancer. Amy Hartl Contact Information: Website: https://www.amyhartl.com/ Instagram: @as.we.are.now Podcast Host Christina Miner’s Contact Information: Website: www.cminerllc.com Email Address: info@cminerllc.com Use At Your Own Risk Disclaimer: None of the authors, contributors, administrators, vandals, or anyone else connected with Our Scars Speak and Christina Miner Enterprises, LLC, in any way whatsoever, can be responsible for your use of the information contained in or linked from/to this podcast. No shared information is intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition or treatment and before undertraining a new health care regimen, and never disregard professional mental or medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have received on this podcast.

3. 

   5 Oct 2024

   61. Jennifer Thomas, Breast & Uterine Cancer Survivor, Advocate, Single Mother, & Deputy CMC w/ the Federal Bureau of Prisons

   Jennifer Thomas is a Breast and Uterine Cancer Survivor, Advocate, Single Mother, and Deputy Case Management Coordinator with the Federal Bureau of Prisons. She is also the Here for The Girls, Inc. 2020 Calendar Ambassador for the month of July. Jennifer shares her story of being diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer at the age of 38 while going through a divorce and working in the prison system. With the support of her family and friends, she faced the disease as a single mother working a full-time job. Jennifer also explains that she is among the 2% of patients who developed uterine cancer from tamoxifen. Despite facing cancer twice, she has become more resilient, seeks the positive in all things, and continues to allow herself to evolve. Jennifer Thomas Contact Information: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.relyea.9?mibextid=LQQJ4d Podcast Host Christina Miner’s Contact Information: Website: www.cminerllc.com Email Address: info@cminerllc.com Use At Your Own Risk Disclaimer: None of the authors, contributors, administrators, vandals, or anyone else connected with Our Scars Speak and Christina Miner Enterprises, LLC, in any way whatsoever, can be responsible for your use of the information contained in or linked from/to this podcast. No shared information is intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition or treatment and before undertraining a new health care regimen, and never disregard professional mental or medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have received on this podcast.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

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