Listen "From Diagnosis to Purpose: The Cancer Journey That Sparked a Movement"
Episode Synopsis
Ashley Baird shares her incredible journey as a breast cancer survivor, mother of five, and community builder who transformed her diagnosis into a mission to help others.• Diagnosed at age 36 with stage 4 triple-negative breast cancer after finding a lump the day after Christmas• Given only a 20% chance of successful treatment and a prognosis of approximately two years to live• Fought through aggressive chemotherapy while parenting five children, including a three-year-old daughter• Experienced what she describes as miracles throughout her treatment journey, including access to life-saving medications• Created the nonprofit "Battle of the Breasts" to support women fighting breast cancer in her community• Found deepened faith and spirituality through her cancer journey, learning to "nestle, not wrestle" with her circumstances• Discovered that allowing herself to be vulnerable and accept help from others was one of the greatest challenges• Transformed her perspective on parenting and life priorities, focusing on meaningful moments with her family• Defied all medical odds to survive more than ten years after her initial diagnosis• Continues to use her experience to bring hope and support to others facing similar battlesJoin us at Battle of the Breasts on September 27th to support women currently fighting breast cancer. Visit battleofthebreasts.org to sign up a team, become a sponsor, or make a donation.More Than Love Couples Coachinghttps://www.instagram.com/safe2bseen?igsh=MTJkNHNkNXh6bzlxMw==Holos Healing:https://holoshealing.info/Gettin Lost Is Being Found:https://www.instagram.com/gettinlostisbeingfound?igsh=bWZrN3JndmQ0Y2ptFind Battle Of The Breasts here:https://www.battleofthebreasts.org/Instagram: @battle.of.the.breastsEmail: [email protected][00:00:00] Introduction to Ashley's Journey[00:09:15] The Moment Everything Changed[00:20:32] The Diagnosis and Breaking News[00:33:16] Finding Purpose in the Battle[00:46:35] When Family Becomes Your Why[01:00:20] The Spiritual Journey Through Cancer[01:14:15] Changing Perspectives on Parenting[01:28:30] The Medical Battle Against All Odds[01:45:05] Battle of the Breasts: Creating Legacy
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