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Confidence After Cancer

Confidence After Cancer

By: Gabrielle Mottershead
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 Do you want to know one of the biggest secrets that cancer survivors have? It’s that life after cancer treatment ends can sometimes be even more tough than the disease itself. No one understands that like another cancer survivor. Gabby has been there – when the Get Well cards come down and you are alone with your fears, it can be scary, overwhelming– and lonely. Gabby knew she had to change her life and develop healthy habits to go from cancer survivor to Thriver. But working out what to do was confusing and exhausting. Gabby Mottershead, is now a 17 year Inflammatory Breast Cancer survivor-turned-confidence coach and my passion is helping people to rebuild their lives. Gabby says: I want to share everything that I have learned about survival, and how to rebuild your life once treatment ends. I expected to feel invincible once my cancer was gone, but it didn't. I felt depressed, anxious, and exhausted. 'Confidence After Cancer' is for anyone who has finished cancer treatment and maybe feels alone, confused, and not sure how to move forward when all the joy has gone from their life. Life after cancer treatment ends can be another stage to navigate when you are already exhausted. I'm here to help you make the rest of your life the best of your life. When the Get Well cards came down, chemotherapy, surgeries, mastectomy, radiotherapy were all finished. What next? How do you move forward when you are thrown off that roller coaster of treatment? Do you feel alone now that treatment has ended and that no one understands how you feel? Are you sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? Are you ready to move forward with your life, but it all feels too overwhelming? If you are ready to change that now - my online course is available for you now : https://www.confidenceaftercancer.co.uk/page/264158-confidence-after-cancer Cancer is devastating on so many levels. Only someone who has been there, like you and me, can truly understand. I am not here to tell you what to do, but to share my years of studying health and wellbeing, what worked for me, and what has worked for people that I know. I have a free ebook to help you get Confidence after Cancer in 7 easy steps : https://www.confidenceaftercancer.co.uk/page/262093 Everyone's journey is different, and I invite you to join me and see if some of those things might work for you. You are not alone. Find out more on my website https://www.confidenceaftercancer.co.uk/Copyright 2025 Gabrielle Mottershead Hygiene & Healthy Living Personal Development Personal Success Social Sciences
Episodes
  • 5 Simple Toxin-Free Swaps for a Healthier Life

    5 Simple Toxin-Free Swaps for a Healthier Life
    Aug 24 2025

    In this episode of Confidence After Cancer, Gabby Mottershead shares five powerful yet simple lifestyle changes that can help reduce toxins in your home and support your long-term health.

    Following last week’s discussion about hidden toxins, Gabby dives deeper into practical, everyday swaps you can make to feel healthier and more energised:


    • 🌿 Switch to natural detergents to reduce harsh chemicals in your home.

    • 🥤 Opt for glass containers instead of plastic to avoid hormone-disrupting chemicals.

    • 💧 Choose safe, natural deodorants that protect your body without toxins.

    • ✨ Use natural moisturisers and face oils to nourish your skin without hidden nasties.

    • 🚰 Invest in a water filter jug to improve hydration and reduce chemical exposure.

    • These small but meaningful swaps have helped Gabby and her clients experience better sleep, clearer skin, improved energy, and enhanced mental clarity.


    As a cancer recovery coach and 17-year breast cancer survivor, Gabby blends her personal healing journey with the challenges her clients face after treatment. This episode offers not just practical toxin-free tips, but also emotional support and encouragement to take charge of your health—one small step at a time.


    👉 Tune in to learn how toxin-free living can help you create a healthier home, boost your wellbeing, and feel more empowered in your recovery.


    ⏱ Episode Breakdown

    00:00 – Introduction & purpose


    00:41 – 5 simple changes for a healthier life


    01:01 – Natural detergents


    02:15 – Glass containers


    03:45 – Safer deodorants


    04:32 – Natural moisturisers and oils


    05:26 – Water filter jug


    07:32 – Benefits of toxin-free swaps


    08:22 – Emotional and long-term impact


    10:27 – Conclusion & call to action

    If you like Confidence After Cancer, please continue to listen and give it a follow wherever you get your podcasts. Remember also to share with your friends and family, as it will really help this show help as many people as possible.
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    12 mins
  • 3 Easy Swaps to Reduce Toxins and Boost Healing After Cancer

    3 Easy Swaps to Reduce Toxins and Boost Healing After Cancer
    Aug 8 2025

    After cancer, your body deserves the cleanest, gentlest care — inside and out. In this episode of Confidence After Cancer, I share three simple, affordable swaps to help you detox your home, reduce your toxic load, and protect your healing body.

    You’ll learn:


    ✅ What hidden toxins are and where they’re lurking in your home


    ✅ How to replace chemical-heavy products with natural, safe alternatives


    ✅ My favourite natural cleaning, laundry, and essential oil tips for wellness

    Whether you’re recovering from cancer, want to prevent illness, or simply create a healthier home environment, these changes are easy to start and make a big difference for your wellbeing.



    📥 Free Guide to staying safe from toxins— Discover the top 10 ingredients to avoid and my favourite safe alternatives: Toxins information PDF - Gabrielle Mottershead


    🎙 Listen to the Confidence After Cancer Podcast for more tips on confidence, healing, and thriving after illness:


    📌 Subscribe for weekly videos on post-cancer health, mindset, and self-care
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    8 mins
  • Beyond Diagnosis: Cultivating a Thriving Mindset

    Beyond Diagnosis: Cultivating a Thriving Mindset
    Jul 26 2025

    When the hospital visits stop and everyone expects you to "get back to normal," it can leave you wondering… Who even am I now?

    In this heartfelt episode of Confidence After Cancer, I share the 3 powerful identity shifts that helped me stop feeling stuck in survival mode and start creating a new life on my terms.


    If you're feeling lost after cancer treatment, know this—you're not alone, and you are not broken. You're healing, you're whole, and your next chapter starts now.


    💡 What You’ll Learn:
    • Why the end of treatment often brings an unexpected identity crisis

    • How to shift from patient to whole person (and let go of fear)

    • How I went from people-pleasing to peace-protecting—and how you can too

    • What it means to truly embrace your identity as a thriver, not just a survivor

    • Small, powerful habits you can use now to reclaim your time, energy, and joy


    🧘‍♀️ Quotes to Remember:


    “I am not broken. I am healing. I am whole.”
    “You don’t need to explain every ‘no.’ Boundaries are how we protect our peace.”
    “Being a thriver looks different for everyone—but it starts with giving yourself permission.”
    💖 Resources & Links:


    • ✅ Work with me 1:1 or explore my coaching programs: How I became confident after cancer and how you can too


    • 🎁 Free Download: Return to Work Confidence Checklist → ReturnToWork - Gabrielle Mottershead

    • 🌟 Free Confidence After Cancer Downlaod: E-book giveaway - Gabrielle Mottershead

    • 📩 DM me on Instagram to share your story or ask a question: @gabby.mottershead

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