Since when did we think we all have to thrive as well as just getting through a tough time? In today’s episode, I speak to Henny Flynn, a therapeutic coach and host of the Henny Flynn podcast about self-compassion strategies and self-coaching techniques that can support us.

We talk:

- glimmers

- making space for the joy and the pain

and please join me in imagining myself naked in front of the mirror! ;-)

I also hope you enjoy my poem at the end.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Intro.

09:41 Struggle with self-compassion and parenting triggers.

11:49 Compassion and understanding in navigating life.

16:17 All parts serve us, including uncomfortable ones.

23:31 Menopause affects hormones, manage stress for balance.

25:51 Journaling enhances well-being and reduces stress.

28:17 Flow journaling slows down thoughts, brings calm.

34:03 Practice self-compassion by expressing love for yourself.

37:22 Belonging without changing yourself to fit in.

About Dani:

The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me.

There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences.

I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.

Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field.

And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.

So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.

More educated, better informed and less alone.

Connect with us:

For more information and resources visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org

Or follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancer

Join our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub

Connect with Henny:

https://www.hennyflynn.co.uk/

Mentioned in this episode:

https://move-with-menopause-and-cancer.raiselysite.com/