Baddie Ambassadors and Metastatic Thrivers, Michelle & Deb represented FTBOU in Philly at Living Beyond Breast Cancer’s Thriving Together Metastatic Breast Cancer Conference held April
Triple negative breast cancer survivor, Michelle Anderson-Benjamin, recounts her journey. From navigating anxiety to obstacles faced during treatment, as well as finding her power and
I was discouraged from sharing my breast cancer story, but I knew I had to be an advocate for others. My journey has taught me the importance of supporting each other and breaking down barriers for women of color facing breast cancer.
If I had sought out support, I would have been better informed about my options, about what to ask the oncologist, about what would help me during treatment. I wouldn’t have felt so ignorant. I wouldn’t have been alone with this new normal.
Patient advocates leverage the power of community in our 2nd Annual FTBOU Baddie Ambassador Retreat
I am self-conscious of certain things, no matter how strong I may appear.
These organizations focus on the health and wellness of breast cancer survivors and patients alike. We have gathered a few of the best here to help you focus on your health and wellness journey for 2022.
I’m hoping to learn from all of this — each and every day moving forward, letting the universe do its thing, as I understand my purpose. I’d love to be able to speak to other women and help in any way I can.
Being a breast cancer advocate starts at home by advocating for yourself and can expand as you become comfortable sharing your story and even connecting your community to resources that have helped you along the way. You don’t need access to anything or anyone special.
No, I am not the woman I was before, but the woman I am today shines the way God always intended for me to shine. And I am not sad at all that part of me had to die, so a greater me could emerge.
Your voice, your story, and your support can make a difference. Join For the Breast of Us in our mission to empower, support, and advocate for women of color across the globe. Together, we can create a future where every woman has the resources and support she needs to overcome breast cancer.
On the Web:
www.breastofus.com
www.breastofusfoundation.org
Email:
hello@breastofus.com
Welcome to our community—where hope thrives, strength is found, and sisters in the fight become family.
