Episode 42: Navigating Cancer: The Power of Exercise and Emotional Healing with Melissa Grosboll
Finding strength and self-awareness through life's toughest challenges can be a transformative journey you won't want to miss. In this episode, we delve into the inspiring story of Melissa Grosboll, a former chiropractor turned cancer exercise specialist, who shares her incredible evolution from health advocate to cookie dough entrepreneur, and back to wellness warrior after her breast cancer diagnosis.
Join host Kathy Washburn and Melissa as they discuss pivotal moments of awakening through adversity, the magic of human connection, and the power of self-care and physical exercise during and after cancer treatment. You'll learn about navigating emotional traumas, the importance of advocating for yourself, and the unexpected joys of receiving support from loved ones. Whether you're a cancer survivor, a caregiver, or someone passionate about health, this episode offers valuable insights into living a more connected and empowered life. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that highlights the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative potential of healing both physically and emotionally.
In this episode, Kathy and Melissa discuss:
Emotional Health and Cancer
The Body’s Connection to Emotional Health
Prehabilitation and Cancer Treatment
Post-Traumatic Growth After Cancer
Sexuality and Cancer
Resources Mentioned:
Poem - The Invitation
Timestamps:
00:00 Cancer Podcast Guest on Healing
04:37 Body Awareness and Acceptance Insight
09:05 Sugar Cookies, Grief, and Cancer
11:53 The Power of Unvoiced Emotion
15:05 Advocate for Yourself, Embrace Grace
18:34 "Learning to Receive Graciously"
23:24 Exercise: My Lifeline Through Adversity
26:06 Prehabilitation for Cancer Patients
29:54 Empowerment Through Self-Care
32:49 Post-Traumatic Growth Explained
38:04 Unlocking Emotional and Creative Expression
40:10 Post-Cancer Recovery and Sexuality Challenges
43:22 Connect with Melissa Grawsbal Online
46:42 "Being Present, Not Fixing"
If Melissa was a pill, what effect would she] want to have on someone?
Help life people’s spirits
More About Melissa Grosboll
Follow @melissagrosboll on Instagram
Check out Melissa’s website
Melissa is a multi-passionate entrepreneur with many career changes in her life. She spent 20 years as a chiropractor, got burned out, retired and opened an edible cookie dough dessert shop. After 5 years, the last filled with several traumas, she closed her business in 2022 and was diagnosed with breast cancer in early 2023. Through her healing process, she rediscovered her passion for health and wellness and began a new career as a Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Cancer Exercise Specialist, helping others regain their health and strength following a cancer diagnosis. She is also the host of The Many Faces of Cancer Podcast, sharing stories of hope and inspiration from others on their own cancer journey. She lives in Colorado with her husband of 31 years
Connect with Kathy Washburn
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