Jan 18, 2024
In this episode, we delve into the heartfelt and powerful journey of breast cancer THRIVER and entrepreneur Sapna Pieroux. Host Stacia Keogh and Sapna share candid insights into coping with a life-changing diagnosis, making tough treatment decisions, and navigating the emotional and physical impact of cancer. From the challenges of being heard in the medical field to the importance of self-awareness and embracing change. This episode offers an intimate and inspiring look at resilience, gratitude, and finding strength in the face of adversity. Join us as we uncover the transformative power of finding & USING one's voice in the midst of one of life's greatest challenges.
Here are the Highlights:
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05:38 Devastating mastectomy with loss of body identity
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12:37 Undergoing medical scans, moving, and cancer support.
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14:03 Medical journey filled with tests, decisions, and results.
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17:31 Breaking taboos, open conversations, and educating youth.
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26:33 Early bloating could signal ovarian cancer, get checked.
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31:15 Took a break from work and focused on family.
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37:59 Doctor recommends not taking any medication.
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45:21 Embracing imperfections, saying yes to new experiences.
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50:29 Author Suleika Jaouad advocates for wellness after illness.
About Sapna:
Sapna Pieroux is an award-winning brand consultant, designer, speaker, author and founder of InnerVisions ID brand consultancy. Her DoSaySee model and VISION Process help business owners truly understand brand: to get brand clarity, stand out in their industry and supercharge their business growth. She calls it 'Branding that means Business'.
She is also a survivor of breast cancer and a passionate advocate for early detection. She initially mistook the changes in her breast as a result of working out, but soon realised something was wrong. Her doctor caught it early and now she is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of regular check-ups and self-examinations.
Sapna lives in London with her husband and her two boys and says she loves food and drink, gigs, art galleries and working out and gardening!
Connect with Sapna
Website: https://innervisions-id.com/
Socials:
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/sapnapieroux/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sapnapieroux/
Mentioned in the episode: Suleika Jaouad is an American writer, advocate, and motivational speaker. She is the author of the "Life, Interrupted" column in The New York Times. Her 2021 memoir Between Two Kingdoms was a New York Times Best Seller. She is the creator of The Isolation Journals and is featured in the recent documentary American Symphony with husband Jon Baptiste
About Stacia:
Stacia began working with businesses writing corporate training videos that were as entertaining as they were informative. She is an actor and performance storyteller appearing on world stages and public venues and small screens everywhere. As a resting actor in London, Stacia learned the dark arts of advertising and how to use her story and acting skills to enliven pitches and presentations, notably J Walter Thompson, The Really Useful Group, Imagination and as an Education Officer at Kew Gardens.
Currently working with professional service providers to step into their own story to share their wisdom on panels, podcasts, and signature talks, 1:1 or Group Training programs
If you play video games or listen to audiobooks chances are you’ve heard her voice guiding you through adventures.
Connect with Stacia:
Email: info@staciakeogh.co.uk
Podcast: Finding My Voice
Website: https://staciakeogh.co.uk/
Socials:
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/staciakeogh
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anastaciakeogh27
X (Twitter): http://www.twitter.com/Staciastory
Produced by winteraudio.co.uk