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.
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• 🥤 Opt for glass containers instead of plastic to avoid hormone-disrupting chemicals.
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• 💧 Choose safe, natural deodorants that protect your body without toxins.
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• ✨ Use natural moisturisers and face oils to nourish your skin without hidden nasties.
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• 🚰 Invest in a water filter jug to improve hydration and reduce chemical exposure.
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• 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.

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

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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

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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.

• Why the end of treatment often brings an unexpected identity crisis
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• How to shift from patient to whole person (and let go of fear)
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• How I went from people-pleasing to peace-protecting—and how you can too
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• What it means to truly embrace your identity as a thriver, not just a survivor
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• Small, powerful habits you can use now to reclaim your time, energy, and joy

🧘‍♀️ Quotes to Remember:

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• ✅ Work with me 1:1 or explore my coaching programs: How I became confident after cancer and how you can too
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• 🎁 Free Download: Return to Work Confidence Checklist → ReturnToWork - Gabrielle Mottershead
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• 🌟 Free Confidence After Cancer Downlaod: E-book giveaway - Gabrielle Mottershead
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• 📩 DM me on Instagram to share your story or ask a question: @gabby.mottershead

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Know someone going through post-cancer recovery? Send this episode their way. Healing is easier when we do it together 💕

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In this heartfelt solo episode, Gabby reflects on her 62nd birthday and shares powerful insights on healing, self-care, and learning to love yourself again after cancer.

Whether you're fresh out of treatment or still figuring out who you are now, this episode is for you. Gabby opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of life after cancer, including:

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• Why feeling “stuck” or “lost” is part of the healing
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• How to quiet your inner critic and speak to yourself with kindness
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• The truth about real self-care (hint: it’s not just bubble baths)
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• How to reframe your mindset and start building self-confidence again
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• The power of daily gratitude and self-praise
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• A beautiful practice: listing 25 things you’re proud of
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💛 “You’re not lazy — you’re healing.”

Gabby shares the exact tools she uses with her coaching clients to help them move forward with more peace, confidence, and clarity.

✨ If this episode resonates with you, please leave a review or share it with a friend. Your story matters, and you are not alone.

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This conversation has been a long time coming, and I’m so glad to finally share it with you. In this episode, I chat with the amazing Aithne Synnott - the founder of Empreva Lingerie designed especially for women who’ve had breast cancer surgery or reconstruction.

Her story is rooted in personal experience - watching her mum go through treatment and seeing how limited and uninspiring post-surgery underwear options were.

Anthony’s on a mission to change that. We talk about why lingerie is so much more than a functional garment - it’s about reclaiming your confidence, identity, and sense of femininity after cancer. If you’ve ever looked at a mastectomy bra and thought, “Surely there’s something better than this,” this one’s for you.

I loved this conversation so much - it’s a powerful reminder that healing isn't just physical, and that feeling fabulous under your clothes is a step toward feeling more like you again.

Here are the highlights:

Aithne's Personal Journey and Business Inspiration (2:14)

Challenges and Community Building (6:11)

Design and Production Process (9:30)

Social Media and Community Engagement (10:31)

Future Plans (16:29)

Connect with Aithne:

www.emprevalingerie.com

lingeriewww.emprevalingerie.com

Instagram:@emprevalingerie

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In this episode, I’m diving into a topic that’s close to my heart - and something I hear far too often from women after cancer: “I feel so lazy.”

If you’ve ever felt guilty for needing rest or frustrated by your energy levels, I want you to know, you are not lazy. You are healing.

I share some of my own experiences with post-cancer fatigue and the mental battles that come with it. I talk about why recovery often takes longer than we think, how society’s pressure to “bounce back” can be harmful, and why rest is not just okay - it’s essential.

This is your reminder that your body has been through so much, and honouring that with compassion and patience is part of the healing. You are doing enough, exactly as you are.

Here are the highlights:

Pressure to Bounce Back Quickly (1:43)

Internalising Guilt and Self-Care (3:49)

Healing and Emotional Exhaustion (5:17)

Self-Talk and Practical Tips (7:37)

Setting Boundaries and Nutrition (10:43)

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In this episode, I’m joined by the wonderful Joy Huber - stage 4 cancer survivor, author of Cancer with Joy, and solo travel advocate.

Joy opens up about her unexpected diagnosis at just 33 years old, how it transformed her life from one of survival to one of thriving, and shares how she reclaimed her health, spirit, and sense of purpose.

We dive into the emotional rollercoaster of cancer treatment, the impact of losing her hair, and how she found strength and even joy in the darkest moments. We also explore how she embraced solo travel as a way to reconnect with herself and the world, encouraging others to step into life boldly.

This is a conversation about taking back control, finding meaning in adversity, and choosing joy, every day. If you've ever felt stuck in a dark place or longed for transformation, this episode is for you.

Here are the highlights:

Joy's Cancer Diagnosis and Initial Reactions (3:15)

Finding Joy and Perspective in Cancer (5:59)

Taking Control and Responsibility in Health (10:36)

Embracing Change and Finding Humour in Trauma (13:59)

Solo Travel as a Path to Self-Discovery (17:35)

Joy's Future Travel Plans and Inspiration (20:52)

Connect with Joy:

Book - Cancer with joy

Website - Travel with Joy

Instagram

Facebook

TikTok

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If you’ve finished treatment and thought things would get easier - only to feel lost, exhausted, and unsure where to begin - I created this episode (and a powerful little course!) just for you.

I’m sharing my own experience of trying to return to “normal” after a rare and aggressive cancer diagnosis, and why that transition felt harder than treatment itself.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through what’s inside my new 5-day reset: from calming your nervous system, to gently boosting your energy, to managing the fear of recurrence, setting boundaries, and visualising the next chapter of your life. It’s a simple, soothing way to reconnect with yourself and rebuild the confidence cancer tried to shake.

You’ve survived so much - now it’s time to start thriving.

Here are the highlights:

My Cancer Journey (1:27)

Challenges Post-Treatment (3:37)

Introduction to the Five-Day Reset Program (6:46)

Day-by-Day Breakdown of the Program (7:04)

Bonus Resources and Target Audience (10:34)

Your 5-Day Reset for Life After Cancer

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