Life after Cancer Podcast

Life after Cancer is a podcast series created by Life after Cancer and supported by The National Lottery Community Fund.This podcast is for people who have finished treatment and find themselves asking: “What now?” We’re not focusing on diagnosis or treatment. We’re talking about life after, when everyone else thinks things are “back to normal” - but they’re not.Each episode brings together lived experience and professional insight to explore the emotional and practical parts of life after cancer that don’t always get talked about.

Life after Cancer Podcast is a health podcast hosted by Life after Cancer, with 10 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #10

  Things we don't say out loud after cancer

  Jul 7, 202635 minS1

  This episode is about the things we don't say out loud after cancer treatment. Steph is joined by Sophia Javeri to talk about the quiet pressure that can follow treatment - the pressure to be okay, fear of burdening others and the thoughts that can feel difficult to say out loud. Sophia shares why she often kept her thoughts to herself and the conversations she wishes she'd had with friends and family. Together, they discuss managing fear of recurrence, adjusting expectations, living with lower energy and the mindset shifts and practical changes that helped Sophia through difficult days. The conversation also looks at the small acts of support that made the biggest difference to her and how friends and family can help someone feel seen, understood and less alone. Together they explore the things many people experience after cancer but rarely say out loud: The fear that can linger after treatment Why "I'm fine" often isn't the whole truth Grieving the person you were before cancer The pressure to feel grateful all the time Why treatment ending can feel surprisingly unsettling How friends and family can truly support someone after cancer We hope this conversation helps you feel a little less alone in the thoughts you may have been carrying quietly. And if you're supporting someone after cancer, you'll come away with a better understanding of their experience and practical ideas for how to support them. Useful links: You can find practical tools, exercises, and further support related to this episode here: https://www.life-aftercancer.co.uk/th... Disclaimer The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health or notice any new or worsening symptoms, please contact your GP or your medical team.Statements made by Sophia are based on her personal experience and are anecdotal. Connect with us Subscribe here: / @life-aftercancer Website: https://www.life-aftercancer.co.uk Instagram: / life_aftercancer LinkedIn: / life-after-cancer Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to the Life after Cancer podcast 00:50 Sophia’s cancer experience and life after treatment 03:29 Expectations vs the reality of finishing treatment 05:53 The things we don’t say out loud after cancer 11:55 What Sophia wishes she’d said to friends and family 17:15 How to support someone after cancer treatment 19:40 Adjusting to life after cancer 23:50 How cancer changed Sophia’s relationship with her body 26:55 What helps when things feel difficult 30:34 Quick-fire questions about life after cancer 34:22 A reflection to take away from this episode

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  Episode #9

  Rebuilding your identity, relationships and life after cancer

  Jun 30, 202625 minS1

  "I didn't realise how misaligned I was. I had to figure out what was right for me." In this episode, Steph is joined by Georgina Mavris, who is six years post breast cancer treatment, to explore how cancer can change your identity, relationships and sense of purpose. Together, they discuss the transition from active treatment to everyday life, why so many people feel different afterwards, and how to begin making sense of what comes next.Georgina shares her experience of returning to work, feeling as though everyone expected life to go back to normal, and gradually realising that the life she wanted after cancer looked different. She talks about rethinking relationships, discovering what mattered most to her and the small steps that helped her move forward. In this episode, we discuss: • Why life after treatment can feel harder than expected• Returning to work when everyone thinks you're "back to normal"• The impact cancer can have on friendships and relationships• Why asking "What do you need from me?" can make such a difference• Giving yourself time to work out what really matters• Finding purpose after cancer and redefining what a meaningful life looks like• One simple step you can take if you're feeling unsure about what comes nextWhether you're adjusting to life after treatment, questioning what matters most or trying to find your place again, this episode offers an honest conversation about identity, purpose and moving forward at your own pace. Useful links: You can find practical tools, exercises, and further support related to this episode here: http://life-aftercancer.co.uk/rebuilding-your-identity-relationships-and-life-after-cancer Disclaimer The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health or notice any new or worsening symptoms, please contact your GP or your medical team.Statements made by Georgina are based on her personal experience and are anecdotal. Connect with us Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@life-aftercancerWebsite: https://www.life-aftercancer.co.ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/life_aftercancer/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/life-after-cancer Timestamp: 00:00 Introduction00:55 Georgina on life after cancer02:18 Expectations vs reality after treatment03:34 When everyone expects you to be back to normal05:19 Why support matters after treatment07:18 Returning to work after cancer08:32 Relationships after cancer10:07 Finding the right support11:20 How cancer changes friendships13:07 Finding purpose after cancer15:13 How to discover what matters most18:33 Living a life that feels right21:11 Learning to trust yourself again22:05 One small step you can take this week22:26 Fire round23:58 Steph's reflections24:26 Support and resources

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  Episode #8

  How cancer can change what matters to you: Understanding post-traumatic growth

  Jun 23, 202647 minS1

  What is post-traumatic growth, and can positive change emerge from a cancer diagnosis without dismissing the challenges that come with it?In this episode, Steph is joined by Professor Nazanin Derakhshan, Professor of Experimental Psychopathology, and Gill McGuire, who was diagnosed with stage three rectal cancer in 2020, to discuss post-traumatic growth and how cancer can change our priorities, perspective, identity and outlook on life.Post-traumatic growth describes the positive changes that can emerge following a traumatic experience. After cancer, this might look like rethinking what matters most, changing career direction, prioritising relationships, appreciating life differently or finding a renewed sense of purpose. Importantly, growth does not mean the experience was positive, and it can exist alongside fear, uncertainty and ongoing challenges.Gill shares how cancer led her to reassess her relationship with work, spend more time with her family and become more intentional about how she spends her time. Drawing on both research and clinical practice, Naz explains what post-traumatic growth is, why growth and struggle often exist side by side, and how reflection, connection and small changes can support wellbeing after cancer treatment. In this episode, we discuss: • What post-traumatic growth means after cancer• How cancer can change your priorities, perspective and identity• Why growth and difficult emotions can exist at the same time• Returning to work and rethinking what matters• Why there is no timeline for moving forward after treatment• The role of reflection, connection and trying new things• Why taking the pressure off yourself can help• Small practical ways to support wellbeing after cancerWhether you're finding your way after cancer or questioning what matters now, this episode offers practical ideas, reassurance and insights into moving forward. Useful links: You can find practical tools, exercises, and further support related to this episode here:https://www.life-aftercancer.co.uk/post-traumatic-growth-after-cancer Disclaimer The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health or notice any new or worsening symptoms, please contact your GP or your medical team.Statements made by Gill are based on her personal experience and are anecdotal.Some of the research and evidence mentioned in this episode reflects the speaker’s academic and clinical work. Research, studies, and evidence mentioned throughout this episode can be found on our website: https://www.life-aftercancer.co.uk/post-traumatic-growth-after-cancer Connect with us Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@life-aftercancerWebsite: https://www.life-aftercancer.co.ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/life_aftercancer/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/life-after-cancerTimestamp: 00:00 Introduction00:49 What is post-traumatic growth?02:29 Gill's cancer experience05:54 How cancer changed Gill's priorities09:19 Changing career after cancer13:05 Finding joy in everyday moments16:59 Can growth and struggle exist together?18:34 What hasn't changed after cancer?21:35 Why "bouncing back" isn't realistic23:30 Is there a timeline for growth?26:04 Letting go of pressure to find meaning28:02 Can we encourage post-traumatic growth?30:19 Practical ways to support growth34:06 The importance of connection and community36:02 What if you don't relate to post-traumatic growth?38:56 Taking the pressure off yourself43:43 Quick-fire questions: life after treatment46:13 Final reflections

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  Episode #7

  Returning to Work After Cancer: What I Wish I'd Known

  Jun 16, 20261h 1mS1

  <p>"Returning to work is not a single episode. It's part of a much longer journey. It's almost like a Netflix series - each episode brings something different. So don't just prepare for that single episode - prepare for the series."Going back to work after cancer treatment can bring a lot of questions.What are my rights at work?What support can I ask for?What practical steps can I take to make returning to work easier?In this episode, Steph sits down with Tabitha Luxmoore-Styles and HR Director Lisa Wade to talk about what can help when returning...

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  Episode #6

  Cancer fatigue after treatment: What helps

  Jun 9, 202621 minS1

  <p>“The fatigue after cancer was far worse and lasted far longer than I expected. I couldn’t even lift a kettle.”</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Steph sits down with Jonathan Parkyn, a writer from East London who is 18 months post treatment for head and neck cancer, to talk about severe fatigue, losing his sense of taste, and what helped him adjust to life after treatment.</p><p><br></p><p>He shares how he learned to manage his energy, set boundaries, and why journalling became such an important part of recovery, alongside humour and speaking to peo...

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