Breast cancer treatment has a beginning and an end, but healing is often a much longer journey. Today, we are joined by Katie Wasserman, a remarkable mother of four who shares how trusting her instincts and advocating for herself led to her breast cancer diagnosis. She will talk about navigating treatment decisions, the impact it had on her body, and the physical and emotional healing that continues today into survivorship. From managing the fears that linger after treatment ends to intentionally choosing a life focused on thriving instead of simply surviving, Katie’s story is a powerful reminder that no one knows your body better than you do.
Key Takeaways
- Trust your instincts when something feels wrong
- Self-advocacy can lead to life-saving care
- Asking for help strengthens recovery
- Small daily habits support healing and resilience
- Survivorship is about thriving, not just surviving
Chapters
- 00:00 – Trusting your instincts
- 05:09 – The power of self-advocacy
- 07:51 – Recovery, support, and staying active
- 15:04 – Sharing the journey through Instagram
- 18:27 – Thriving beyond survivorship
Learn more at realpink.komen.org and komen.org
Real Pink, by Susan G. Komen, shares real stories and expert insights to support people navigating breast cancer, from diagnosis through survivorship.
Katie WassermanGuestAdam WalkerHost
