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Life is Tough, But So Are You: Facing The Big C and Building Resilience with Briony Benjamin
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In this episode, we chat with Briony Benjamin, cancer survivor and author of Life is Tough, But So Are You, about her journey through a shocking Hodgkin's lymphoma diagnosis at just 31. After 18 months of seeking answers from doctors, Briony finally faced "The Big C" – and her life was turned upside down.
Briony opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of cancer treatment, including the physical toll of losing her hair, the complexities of freezing her eggs, and the power of having a supportive community. She shares the mindset shifts and coping tools that helped her navigate the toughest days, along with her struggles with chronic fatigue after chemotherapy.
Whether you're facing your own cancer journey, supporting a loved one through it, or seeking inspiration to rise above life’s hardest challenges, this episode is filled with warmth, humour, and practical wisdom for building resilience when life gets tough.
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