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In today’s episode, I sit down with Peter Laneas to explore a deeply personal and incredibly powerful story, what it really feels like to face cancer as a young adult, and how that experience shaped the life he’s living today.

Peter opens up about the moment everything changed, the emotional and physical challenges that followed, and the often-overlooked realities of navigating cancer during a time of life when most people are building careers, relationships, and dreams for the future.

This episode isn’t just about hardship, it’s about transformation.

Peter shares how he reclaimed control after treatment, shifting from survivor to advocate, using his story to raise awareness and create community for others walking a similar path. His honesty, insight, and strength offer a message that every listener can carry with them:

✨ Your story doesn’t end with diagnosis.
✨ Your voice matters.
✨ You can rise, rebuild, and even thrive.

We also dive into the meaningful work Peter is doing today to support people living with cancer from advocacy initiatives to community leadership and peer support.

Whether you’re living with cancer, love someone who is, or want to better understand the young adult survivor experience, this episode will leave you inspired, informed, and reminded of the power of turning pain into purpose.

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The holidays can be a beautiful mix of warmth, nostalgia, and connection but when you’re living with cancer, they can also feel overwhelming, complicated, or completely different from years past. And that’s okay.

In this episode, we dive into what it really looks like to move through the holiday season with compassion, boundaries, and intention. Together, we explore:

• The weight of family expectations
• Parenting when your energy and emotions are stretched thin
• The tender emotional landscape this season can bring
• Tips for traveling safely and comfortably
• How to protect your peace and create space for your healing

Whether you're in treatment, recovering, or supporting someone you love, this episode offers grounding insight and gentle reminders to help you navigate the holidays on your own terms.

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Healing and thriving with cancer isn’t just about treatments and checkups, it’s about nurturing the whole you. In this episode, we dive into the 3S Method: Self-Love, Self-Care, and Self-Belief, three interconnected practices that support healing, growth, and a vibrant, meaningful life, even in the midst of cancer or recovery.

I’ll guide you through three transformative levels:

1. Awareness – noticing how you currently care for yourself and where shifts are possible.
2. Exploration – practical strategies and mindset shifts to deepen your connection to your body, mind, and spirit.
3. Reflection – integrating what you’ve learned to feel empowered, confident, and ready to thrive.

Tune in to learn how small, intentional steps in self-love, self-care, and self-belief can transform your mindset and help you reclaim your life on your terms.

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What does it feel like to be told you have Stage 4 cancer?

In this powerful episode of the Living to Thrive with Cancer Podcast, I’m joined by Rob Steele, who shares his deeply personal journey of being diagnosed with cancer not once, but twice. Rob opens up about the moment he received his Stage 4 melanoma diagnosis, the shock and uncertainty that followed, and the emotional and physical challenges that accompanied his treatment.

Rob takes us behind the scenes of his experience with the medical system from navigating tests and appointments to undergoing invasive surgery, and speaks honestly about what helped him cope, recover, and continue moving forward. His story is one of courage, resilience, and the unwavering belief that life is still meant to be lived, fully and meaningfully, even in the face of cancer.

Whether you are living with cancer yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply seeking a reminder of human strength and hope, Rob’s story will stay with you.

Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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What happens when a breast cancer surgeon becomes a breast cancer patient? In this powerful and honest conversation, Dr. Liz O’Riordan, breast cancer surgeon, author, speaker, and thriver, joins me to share her experience of seeing cancer from both sides of the medical world.

We talk about how her diagnosis transformed her understanding of care, communication, and healing, and the lessons she’s now sharing through her new book, The Cancer Roadmap. Together, we explore the emotional realities of cancer, the importance of open connection between patients and healthcare providers, and how to separate information from misinformation in today’s cancer landscape.

A must-listen for anyone navigating cancer or supporting someone who is.

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Cancer survivorship is often celebrated as a victory and it is. But, many cancer survivors know that living beyond diagnosis brings more than relief. It can also carry a quiet, heavy burden known as survivor’s guilt.

This is the hidden side of life after cancer that doesn’t always get talked about. You may find yourself asking:

• Why did I survive when others didn’t?
• How do I celebrate my healing when someone else’s story ended differently?
• Do I even deserve this second chance?

These questions are painful, but they are also deeply human.

This week on the Living to Thrive with Cancer podcast, I’m diving deeper into this tender subject in my new episode: Survivor’s Guilt. I’ll share insights and practices to help you move from guilt toward meaning, healing, and joy.

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Cancer doesn’t just affect the person with the diagnosis, it impacts families, friends, and caregivers in powerful ways. In this episode of the Living to Thrive with Cancer Podcast, Kathryn White, holistic cancer coach and author, and her special guest Kenny Perkins as he shares how he supports cancer fighters and the people who love them.

Whether you are walking your own cancer journey or standing beside someone who is, this episode offers practical tools and emotional insights to help you navigate the challenges and build resilience together.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Communication strategies Kenny uses to support cancer patients receiving radiation therapy
• The power of community and holistic support in the cancer journey.

Why This Matters:

Supporting cancer fighters and their loved ones means more than just “being there.” It’s about creating a space of compassion, hope, and strength. This episode is packed with inspiration and strategies to help both patients and caregivers feel empowered, supported, and less alone.

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Kathryn White is a Certified Holistic Cancer Coach who supports women to turn their cancer diagnosis into a thriving story one woman at a time.

In this episode of the Living to Thrive with Cancer podcast, Kathryn White welcomes listeners back for the fifth season of the podcast.

Kathryn shares what listeners can expect this season and her own insights from a lesson she learned over the summer.

Listen in to learn:

• What you can expect in Season 5
• The thing that stopped Kathryn and made her slow down
• How Kathryn navigated the message her body sent her
• How this valuable lessons relates to you and your life with cancer

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