In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to slow down and remember that you already have everything you need — because you are everything you need.

You’ll hear me unpack how radical acceptance isn’t passive — it’s a bold, punk rock form of self-trust that brings you back into alignment with your own wisdom. We’ll explore how to stop fighting life like it’s a firehose, and instead, learn to move with it — grounded, steady, and present.

Your key takeaways are:

🖤 You don’t need to do more to feel grounded — you need to remember who you already are.

🖤 Radical acceptance is an act of rebellion against hustle culture and self-doubt.

🖤 You have a deep well of resilience within you — and the power to return to it anytime you choose.

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You can find out more about my signature coaching program, From Survivor to Thriver, by signing up for a Discovery Call at 👉 https://www.heatherscoaching.com/discovery-call

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Join me for this fun episode where I share some off the cuff straight from the heart real life real time things.

I may or may not cry a bit at the end - but from the best space possible: the one where you finally give yourself permission to not push, not drag and not force yourself to do the giant stack of "shoulds" and instead, offer yourself permission to go and have fun and feel great about doing it.

We will be back in September but if you need a little Pocket Coach and want to join me for a Mindset Reset call (you totally should, they are SO FUN) - just book a time on my calendar: https://heatherscoaching.as.me/reset -- I cannot wait to see you!

So many of my clients — and nearly every cancer patient I know — carry this quiet, heavy belief: “I should be able to do more.” More coping. More patience. More clarity. And beneath that is the fear: “Am I falling short?”

In this episode, I offer a powerful reframe — one that lets you hold your truth and lighten the load. You’ll learn a simple metaphor for the mental weight you’ve been carrying, and what becomes possible when you stop trying to do it all alone.

You don’t have to try harder. You get to try easy.

💌 Want a powerful reflection question to take this deeper? Email me the word SUPPORT and I’ll send one your way. heather@heatherscoaching.com

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe wherever you are listening & leave a review! You can find out more about the signature coaching program From Survivor to Thriver by signing up for a Reset Call at https://www.heatherscoaching.com/discovery-call

In this episode, we’re talking about what to do when you feel unsupported — even when you’re surrounded by people who love you. That lonely ache of why don’t they just get it? It’s not a sign that you’re broken. It’s an invitation to lead — not by managing others, but by leading yourself with creativity, clarity, and a dash of mischief (enter: the Chamber of Neglect).

Your key takeaways are:

• How resentment is often a signal of unmet or unspoken expectations.
• Why self-leadership is about meeting your own needs, not managing everyone else.
• A practical framework to move from disappointment to delight — in your home, your relationships, and your inner world.

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe wherever you’re listening and leave a review!

You can learn more about the signature coaching program From Survivor to Thriver by signing up for a Discovery Call at 👉 https://www.heatherscoaching.com/discovery-call

For more daily inspiration and mindset magic, come hang out with Heather on: 📸 Instagram: @heatherscoaching 📘 Facebook: Heather E. Smith Coaching

In this episode of Living Life with Cancer, we explore the concept of the "Brain Bus" - a fun and practical way to understand the different thought patterns that show up during your cancer journey.

What You'll Learn:

• Meet Your Brain Bus Characters: Discover how to identify the different "characters" in your mind like The Inspector and The Calendar Queen, and understand their positive and negative impacts on your daily life.
• Create Space Between You and Your Thoughts: Learn a simple technique to separate yourself from overwhelming thoughts, allowing you to respond rather than react.
• The Power of Awareness: Commit to just one day of checking in with your thoughts to experience a dramatically reduction in mental noise and increase your sense of control.
• A Practical 4-Question Exercise: Master a quick 90-second practice that helps you identify who's "driving your bus" and how it affects your actions and feelings.

Ready to Meet Your Brain Bus Characters?

Simply email BRAIN BUS WORKBOOK to heather@heatherscoaching.com and I'll send the PDF right to your inbox!

Ever wonder if what you're feeling is normal? In this episode, I break down the real stages of living with cancer - based on nearly 9 years of observation and 4 years working with cancer patients.

You'll learn:

• The 4 distinct stages everyone goes through - from Surviving to Flourishing (and why you can't skip any of them!)
• Why year one feels so overwhelming (and what's actually happening behind the scenes as you build resilience)
• The magical shift that happens when you move from Thriving to Flourishing (and how to know if you're ready)

Listen now at [link] or wherever you get your podcasts 🎧

In this episode we are doing something a little different.

This episode is a webinar I hosted for the ALK+ Foundation weekly ALKtALK discussions. It is all about the 3 steps to create a Merry & Mindful Holiday season! You will learn the three primary things you can do to set yourself up for an amazing holiday season where you feel focused, empowered and joyful!

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You can find out more about the signature coaching program From Survivor to Thriver by signing up for a discovery call at https://www.heatherscoaching.com/discovery-call

Fore more daily inspiration - come hang out with Heather on Facebook or Instagram

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In this episode we are talking about the skills (and beliefs) you will develop in coaching - because it's about the journey of who you are becoming along the way to living and thriving...not in spite of your cancer, but because you have mastered the art of believing in YOU and your potential

Your key takeaways are simple: take a leap of faith today and decide "Heather is right about ALL of this" and get ready to change your life!

If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe wherever you are listening & leave a review.

You can find out more about the signature coaching program From Survivor to Thriver by signing up for a discovery call at https://www.heatherscoaching.com/discovery-call

Fore more daily inspiration - come hang out with Heather on Facebook or Instagram

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