Meet Rosalina and Shauna, two young millennials living on separate coasts who share real stories about their breast cancer diagnosis. We created this podcast to bring awareness of this disease to young women and create a supportive space where no one is alone on this journey. We dive deep into our treatment plans, journeys, struggles, and mental health while navigating life in this “new” normal. With every episode, our mission is to educate, empower, connect, and bring laughter. We are open and honest about our experiences and committed to learning and growing right alongside you. Welcome to our community! Join us for new episodes every Thursday! Any questions or thoughts, contact us through tyftspodcast@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram, @tyftspodcast. Visit our website at www.tyftspodcast.com Special thanks to Brooke Chislock @Soul_Designco for our cover art.
Meet Rosalina and Shauna, two young millennials living on separate coasts who share real stories about their breast cancer diagnosis. We created this podcast to bring awareness of this disease to young women and create a supportive space where no one is alone on this journey. We dive deep into our treatment plans, journeys, struggles, and mental health while navigating life in this “new” normal. With every episode, our mission is to educate, empower, connect, and bring laughter. We are open and honest about our experiences and committed to learning and growing right alongside you. Welcome to our community! Join us for new episodes every Thursday! Any questions or thoughts, contact us through tyftspodcast@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram, @tyftspodcast. Visit our website at www.tyftspodcast.com Special thanks to Brooke Chislock @Soul_Designco for our cover art.
Chiara, who faced stage IV breast cancer at 27, chats with Rosalina and Shauna about the misconceptions about cancer and the challenges of relationships after diagnosis. She opens up about the emotional and physical struggles of living with stage IV cancer, reflecting on how cancer changes who you are and what you want in life.
On dating apps, Chiara didn’t have much luck. She shares experiences of ghosting, judgment, and fetishization(yes, you read that correctly!), leading her to disengage from these platforms. But one day, at a friend’s party, she met David. After a few months, they hit it off and became more than just friends. However, Chiara shares how being in a serious relationship while dealing with a terminal illness is difficult for both her and David.
Episode Timestamps:
[00:02:58] You're Probably "Too Young For Cancer"
[00:05:30] We've Caught This Early, You'll be "Fine"
[00:09:33] I was Clueless About Breast Cancer
[00:13:17] Challenges of Living with Stage 4 Cancer
[00:16:17] The Nightmare of Insurance with Stage 4 Cancer
[00:21:36] Relationship Changes Due to Terminal Illness
[00:27:24] Dating with Terminal Cancer
Resources:
Metavivor.org - donates 100% of donation to Stage IV breast cancer research
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