Why is support from friends crucial during a cancer battle?

Russanne Kelly shares her breast cancer journey from 22 years ago. She faced divorce, moves, and family challenges during treatment. Insurance and friends were vital. Russanne transitioned to nonprofit work and received support from coworkers. She now gives back to others.

Please share this episode with family and friends, and consider making a donation at therose.org. It could save the life of an uninsured woman.

Key Questions Answered

1.) What major life challenges did Russanne Kelly face during her year of cancer treatment?

2.) How did Russanne’s personal situation (marriage) impact her experience with cancer?

3.) What kind of support did Russanne receive from her workplace when she got her diagnosis?

4.) What was significant about the support Russanne received from The Rose?

5.) How did Russanne cope with moving out of a toxic environment during treatment?

Timestamped Overview

00:00 Facing a Difficult Path of Treatment

05:09 The Importance of Second Opinions

09:43 The Support of Friends and Community

11:40 The Financial Challenges of Breast Cancer

Why is support from friends crucial during a cancer battle?
Russanne Kelly shares her breast cancer journey from 22 years ago. She faced divorce, moves, and family challenges during treatment. Insurance and friends were vital. Russanne transitioned to nonprofit work and received support from coworkers. She now gives back to others.
Please share this episode with family and friends, and consider making a donation at <a href="https://therose.org">therose.org</a>. It could save the life of an uninsured woman.
Key Questions Answered
1.) What major life challenges did Russanne Kelly face during her year of cancer treatment?
2.) How did Russanne’s personal situation (marriage) impact her experience with cancer?
3.) What kind of support did Russanne receive from her workplace when she got her diagnosis?
4.) What was significant about the support Russanne received from The Rose?
5.) How did Russanne cope with moving out of a toxic environment during treatment?
Timestamped Overview
00:00 Facing a Difficult Path of Treatment
05:09 The Importance of Second Opinions
09:43 The Support of Friends and Community
11:40 The Financial Challenges of Breast Cancer

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.

Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.
Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

Let's Talk About Your Breasts

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.


Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.
 Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

Angels in My Life: Russanne’s Unforgettable Year

Joanne Patterson shares her deeply personal journey of being diagnosed with stage four breast cancer. At age 46 and a single mother of four, she knew the odds were against her. Despite the gravity of her diagnosis, she chose positivity and optimism as she battled against the cancer that steadily deteriorated her body.

While Joanne's journey has been marked by setbacks and obstacles - including losses no one would ever want to endure - her resilience and determination have never wavered. Twenty years later, she is the epitome of life lived to its fullest as she embraces each day with a renewed sense of purpose and appreciation, traveling the globe and enjoying the new friendships that have entered her life.

Help women like Joanne by pledging your support at therose.org.

Key Questions Answered

1.) How can gratitude and a positive attitude can help overcome challenges?

2.) How and why is perseverance key in moving forward?

3.) Why is it important to find joy and celebrate every day?

Timestamped Overview

00:00 Reconnecting with The Rose after 20 years

01:47 Joanne's initial diagnosis and treatment

06:38 Maintaining a positive attitude during treatment

09:45 The impact of The Rose on Joanne and her daughter

15:33 Joanne's recurrence and ongoing treatment

25:30 The power of gratitude and acceptance

26:57 Coping with loss and maintaining resilience

Joanne Patterson shares her deeply personal journey of being diagnosed with stage four breast cancer. At age 46 and a single mother of four, she knew the odds were against her. Despite the gravity of her diagnosis, she chose positivity and optimism as she battled against the cancer that steadily deteriorated her body.
While Joanne's journey has been marked by setbacks and obstacles - including losses no one would ever want to endure - her resilience and determination have never wavered. Twenty years later, she is the epitome of life lived to its fullest as she embraces each day with a renewed sense of purpose and appreciation, traveling the globe and enjoying the new friendships that have entered her life.
Help women like Joanne by pledging your support at therose.org.
Key Questions Answered
1.) How can gratitude and a positive attitude can help overcome challenges?
2.) How and why is perseverance key in moving forward?
3.) Why is it important to find joy and celebrate every day?
Timestamped Overview
00:00 Reconnecting with The Rose after 20 years
01:47 Joanne's initial diagnosis and treatment
06:38 Maintaining a positive attitude during treatment
09:45 The impact of The Rose on Joanne and her daughter
15:33 Joanne's recurrence and ongoing treatment
25:30 The power of gratitude and acceptance
26:57 Coping with loss and maintaining resilience

The Power of Gratitude: A Woman’s Positive Attitude Throughout Her Cancer Battle

Cristina Rodriguez, a Harvard-educated attorney and proud immigrant daughter, faced her diagnosis at 45 with honesty and vulnerability. Communication became her lifeline at home, especially with her young daughters. Now seven years out, she supports others through similar journeys and champions the life-saving power of routine screening.

If this conversation matters to you, share the episode with your family and friends and consider making a donation at therose.org so more women receive breast cancer screening and care.

Subscribe to Let’s Talk About Your Breasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Key Questions Answered
What is Cristina's background and where is she from?
How did Cristina end up at Harvard Law School, and was that her original plan?
What kind of lawyer is Cristina, and what is her role as a trial lawyer?
Did Cristina use her professional communication skills when dealing with her breast cancer diagnosis and treatment?
How was Cristina's breast cancer initially discovered?
How did Cristina communicate her diagnosis to her children, and what advice did she follow?
Did Cristina have to undergo chemotherapy?
Did Cristina have any family history or known risk factors for breast cancer?
How did Cristina support her friend Maria Boyce when she was diagnosed with breast cancer?
How did Cristina tell her colleagues and clients about her diagnosis?
What practical tips does Cristina offer other women about cancer screenings and self-care?
How does Cristina use her experience to support others facing cancer?

Timestamped Overview

00:00 "From Georgetown Waitlist to Harvard"

05:26 "Waiting to Share the Truth"

06:52 "Parenting Through Surgery Decisions"

13:01 "Stress, Support, and Gratitude"

13:36 Supporting Through Experience Gaps

18:52 "Owning My Sharpie Marks"

21:02 "Flower Power for Support"

24:46 Practicing Compassion Through Support

28:51 "Lean Into Support, Prioritize Health"

30:26 "Support Others, Embrace Self-Care"

Cristina Rodriguez, a Harvard-educated attorney and proud immigrant daughter, faced her diagnosis at 45 with honesty and vulnerability. Communication became her lifeline at home, especially with her young daughters. Now seven years out, she supports others through similar journeys and champions the life-saving power of routine screening.
If this conversation matters to you, share the episode with your family and friends and consider making a donation at <a href="http://therose.org/">therose.org</a> so more women receive breast cancer screening and care.
Subscribe to Let&rsquo;s Talk About Your Breasts on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-about-your-breasts/id1666101320">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6o9cXAie2Mfqhq6tQWrClj">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1300-lets-talk-about-your-brea-107408811/">iHeart</a>, and wherever you get <a href="https://therose.org/podcasts/">your podcasts</a>.
Key Questions Answered
<ol>
<li>What is Cristina's background and where is she from?</li>
<li>How did Cristina end up at Harvard Law School, and was that her original plan?</li>
<li>What kind of lawyer is Cristina, and what is her role as a trial lawyer?</li>
<li>Did Cristina use her professional communication skills when dealing with her breast cancer diagnosis and treatment?</li>
<li>How was Cristina's breast cancer initially discovered?</li>
<li>How did Cristina communicate her diagnosis to her children, and what advice did she follow?</li>
<li>Did Cristina have to undergo chemotherapy?</li>
<li>Did Cristina have any family history or known risk factors for breast cancer?</li>
<li>How did Cristina support her friend Maria Boyce when she was diagnosed with breast cancer?</li>
<li>How did Cristina tell her colleagues and clients about her diagnosis?</li>
<li>What practical tips does Cristina offer other women about cancer screenings and self-care?</li>
<li>How does Cristina use her experience to support others facing cancer?</li>
</ol>
Timestamped Overview
00:00 "From Georgetown Waitlist to Harvard"
05:26 "Waiting to Share the Truth"
06:52 "Parenting Through Surgery Decisions"
13:01 "Stress, Support, and Gratitude"
13:36 Supporting Through Experience Gaps
18:52 "Owning My Sharpie Marks"
21:02 "Flower Power for Support"
24:46 Practicing Compassion Through Support
28:51 "Lean Into Support, Prioritize Health"
30:26 "Support Others, Embrace Self-Care"

Flower Power: Rethinking How We Help Friends with Cancer

Julie Stobbe's life took a dramatic turn from Broadway stages to confronting a breast cancer diagnosis, but she transformed adversity into action. Supported by her family, students, and community, she became a beacon of hope and openness. Her leadership in events like Paint the Path Pink now brings strength and awareness to countless others.

If this conversation matters to you, share the episode with your family and friends and consider making a donation at therose.org so more women receive breast cancer screening and care.

Subscribe to Let’s Talk About Your Breasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Key Questions Answered
What is Julie’s background and how did she get started in music?
How did Julie transition into teaching in the public school system?
How did Julie discover she had breast cancer?
Was the mammogram that detected cancer Julie’s first mammogram?
What stage was Julie’s breast cancer when it was diagnosed?
What treatment did Julie undergo for her breast cancer?
How did Julie communicate her diagnosis to her adult children?
What role did her school and local community play in supporting Julie during her treatment?
How did Julie become involved in the ‘Paint the Path Pink’ event, and what does the event entail?
How did Julie share her cancer journey with her students, and what was their response?

Timestamped Overview

00:00 From Doctor Dreams to Music

03:15 "From Volunteer to Choir Teacher"

09:17 Finding Humor During Adversity

11:44 "Trust Me, We'll Be Fine"

15:59 Community Fair with Local Support

18:50 Community Support Through Collaboration

23:17 "Building Trust Through Connection"

26:40 "Empowering Women Through The Rose"

28:30 "Embracing Unique Personal Stories"

Julie Stobbe's life took a dramatic turn from Broadway stages to confronting a breast cancer diagnosis, but she transformed adversity into action. Supported by her family, students, and community, she became a beacon of hope and openness. Her leadership in events like Paint the Path Pink now brings strength and awareness to countless others.
If this conversation matters to you, share the episode with your family and friends and consider making a donation at <a href="http://therose.org/">therose.org</a> so more women receive breast cancer screening and care.
Subscribe to Let&rsquo;s Talk About Your Breasts on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-about-your-breasts/id1666101320">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6o9cXAie2Mfqhq6tQWrClj">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1300-lets-talk-about-your-brea-107408811/">iHeart</a>, and wherever you get <a href="https://therose.org/podcasts/">your podcasts</a>.
Key Questions Answered
<ol>
<li>What is Julie&rsquo;s background and how did she get started in music?</li>
<li>How did Julie transition into teaching in the public school system?</li>
<li>How did Julie discover she had breast cancer?</li>
<li>Was the mammogram that detected cancer Julie&rsquo;s first mammogram?</li>
<li>What stage was Julie&rsquo;s breast cancer when it was diagnosed?</li>
<li>What treatment did Julie undergo for her breast cancer?</li>
<li>How did Julie communicate her diagnosis to her adult children?</li>
<li>What role did her school and local community play in supporting Julie during her treatment?</li>
<li>How did Julie become involved in the &lsquo;Paint the Path Pink&rsquo; event, and what does the event entail?</li>
<li>How did Julie share her cancer journey with her students, and what was their response?</li>
</ol>
Timestamped Overview
00:00 From Doctor Dreams to Music
03:15 "From Volunteer to Choir Teacher"
09:17 Finding Humor During Adversity
11:44 "Trust Me, We'll Be Fine"
15:59 Community Fair with Local Support
18:50 Community Support Through Collaboration
23:17 "Building Trust Through Connection"
26:40 "Empowering Women Through The Rose"
28:30 "Embracing Unique Personal Stories"

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