You Get to Choose | Courtney Benson's Breast Cancer Journey

What if one of life's most difficult circumstances became the moment you discovered how you truly wanted to live? Courtney Benson had built an extraordinary career. A nationally recognized real estate leader, entrepreneur, and speaker, she had achieved the kind of success many people dream about. But behind the accomplishments, she spent years struggling to find genuine happiness. After learning to change her mindset and finally finding joy in the everyday journey, Courtney received news that changed everything: **breast cancer.** What followed was a series of unexpected challenges. Chemotherapy wasn't working as planned, difficult treatment decisions had to be made, and there were moments when Courtney wondered whether she would be there for her children's future milestones. Then someone asked her a question that changed her perspective: **"How do you want to experience cancer?"** In this powerful conversation with Dallas, Courtney shares how she made the decision to keep living, laughing, pursuing her dreams, and finding purpose—even in the middle of treatment. Through her platform and community, *Just a Girl with Cancer*, Courtney is now helping others feel seen, encouraged, and less alone. Together, Dallas and Courtney explore the power of mindset, the importance of finding joy in difficult seasons, the realities of breast cancer treatment, and what it means to keep showing up when life doesn't go according to plan. As a breast cancer overcomer herself, Dallas brings a personal perspective to a conversation filled with honesty, humor, resilience, and hope. **Because while we cannot always choose what happens to us, we can choose how we respond.** Whether you're navigating a cancer diagnosis, facing an unexpected challenge, or simply searching for more meaning in your everyday life, Courtney's story is a reminder that you don't have to wait for circumstances to change before you begin living fully. **Listen, be encouraged, and share this episode with someone who needs a little hope today.** **Connect with Dallas the Podcast** Subscribe and follow for authentic conversations about faith, family, resilience, personal growth, and finding hope through life's challenges. **Presented by The Pure Original** Luxury skincare rooted in pure, intentional ingredients. Real Ingredients. Real Results. https://thepureoriginal.com