I'm Still Here: Lessons from Life with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Heather Jose

Episode 257: What Will You Do With Your One Wild + Precious Life?

In this episode, Heather opens the door to a conversation many people living with metastatic cancer think about privately — but rarely speak aloud:You are allowed to live.You are allowed to plan ahead.You are allowed to imagine a future that is yours.Heather shares how, at 26, she was told her life would narrow — that cancer meant shrinking dreams, shorter plans, smaller horizons. Twenty-seven years later, she is proof that life doesn’t end where statistics suggest it should. It unfolds. It evolves. It can even expand.Inside this episode, we explore:🌿 Rejecting statistics + choosing your own story🌿 The clarity cancer brings: what matters vs. what doesn’t🌿 Why planning isn’t denial — it’s hope in motion🌿 Living your life instead of the one others expect🌿 Releasing guilt, comparison, and shrinking to fit🌿 Mary Oliver’s question that changes everything:“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”This is your invitation to dream again — to think about 2026, the future you desire, and the everyday steps that move you toward it. Cancer may have changed your path, but it does not get to own your future.Available Now!👉 Break the Cancer Spiral – Heather’s 15-minute guide to reset your mindset anytime life feels overwhelmingYou can grab Heather’s new 15-Minute Reset guide and her 5 to Thrive series at ⁠⁠https://shop.heatherjose.com/stop-the-cancer-spiral⁠⁠🎧 About the Podcast:I’m Still Here: Lessons from Life with Metastatic Breast Cancer is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Each week, they share honest, hopeful conversations about living fully with cancer — the messy, meaningful, real-life parts of survivorship that don’t always make it into the brochure.🌐 Connect with Heather:Website: ⁠⁠HeatherJose.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠@heatherbjose⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠Heather Jose⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠@ImStillHereCancer⁠⁠Podcast available on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Amazon MusicTo Life! 💚Listen, subscribe, and share with someone who could use a little calm and encouragement this holiday season.

Episode 256: Don’t Wait for January: 7 Ways to Stay on Track Through the Holidays

Episode Description:The holidays are a mix of joy, chaos, and endless temptation — which makes it easy to say, “I’ll just start over in January.” But what if you didn’t have to throw in the towel?In this episode, Heather and Larry talk about how to stay intentional, flexible, and grounded through the holiday season — without giving up all the things you love. From choosing simple non-negotiables to moving your body (even a little), eating like you love yourself, and focusing on connection over perfection, they share what really helps you feel good through the busiest time of year.You’ll laugh along as they banter about color-coordinated outfits and cookie cravings, but you’ll also walk away with seven doable commitments that can keep you steady — and make January feel a whole lot easier.In this episode:Why waiting for January to “start over” doesn’t workThe small, realistic habits that help you stay groundedHandling food, movement, and rest without guiltLetting go of perfection and choosing connection insteadHow to enjoy the holidays and feel good in your body and mindAvailable Now!👉 Break the Cancer Spiral – Heather’s 15-minute guide to reset your mindset anytime life feels overwhelmingYou can grab Heather’s new 15-Minute Reset guide and her 5 to Thrive series at ⁠https://shop.heatherjose.com/stop-the-cancer-spiral⁠🎧 About the Podcast:I’m Still Here: Lessons from Life with Metastatic Breast Cancer is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Each week, they share honest, hopeful conversations about living fully with cancer — the messy, meaningful, real-life parts of survivorship that don’t always make it into the brochure.🌐 Connect with Heather:Website: ⁠HeatherJose.com⁠Instagram: ⁠@heatherbjose⁠Facebook: ⁠Heather JoseYouTube: ⁠@ImStillHereCancer⁠Podcast available on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Amazon MusicTo Life! 💚Listen, subscribe, and share with someone who could use a little calm and encouragement this holiday season.

Episode 255: Stop the Cancer Spiral: A 15-Minute Reset for When Cancer Takes Over Your Thoughts

When your mind starts spinning with fear, what-ifs, and worst-case scenarios, how do you stop it? In this episode of I’m Still Here, Heather and Larry talk about the “cancer spiral” — that flood of anxious thoughts that shows up at diagnosis and sometimes never fully leaves.Heather shares how her new guide, Stop the Cancer Spiral: The 15-Minute Reset, was born out of her own experience of living with metastatic breast cancer for more than 25 years. Together, they break down what the spiral really is, why your brain defaults to it, and how you can interrupt it — in just a few minutes — using practical mindset tools that work in real life.Whether you’re newly diagnosed, in treatment, or simply overwhelmed by everyday stress, this conversation will help you calm your mind, challenge your thoughts, and find your footing again.💬 You can grab Heather’s new 15-Minute Reset guide and her 5 to Thrive series at https://shop.heatherjose.com/stop-the-cancer-spiral🎧 About the Podcast:I’m Still Here: Lessons from Life with Metastatic Breast Cancer is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Each week, they share honest, hopeful conversations about living fully with cancer — the messy, meaningful, real-life parts of survivorship that don’t always make it into the brochure.🌐 Connect with Heather:Website: HeatherJose.comInstagram: @heatherbjoseFacebook: @HeatherJoseYouTube: @ImStillHereCancerPodcast available on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Amazon Music

Episode 254: The Balancing Act: Structure, Flexibility, and Living Well with MBC

Finding balance isn’t about perfection — it’s about learning what works for you. In this episode, Heather and Larry dig into the daily juggling act of work, health, and real life while managing metastatic breast cancer. They talk about scheduling versus spontaneity, energy management, and how both structure and grace play a role in living well long-term.Heather Jose was diagnosed with stage IV breast cancer at age 26 and has been thriving for more than 25 years. Through her podcast I’m Still Here: Lessons from Life with Metastatic Breast Cancer, she shares honest conversations, hope, and practical ways to live fully — no matter what life looks like.💬 Connect with Heather:Instagram: @heatherbjoseFacebook: Heather JoseYouTube: I’m Still Here PodcastWebsite: www.heatherjose.comHashtags:#ImStillHerePodcast #MBCStrong #MetastaticBreastCancer #CancerMindset #WorkLifeBalance #LivingWellWithCancer #HeatherJose #CancerCommunity

Episode 253: From “I Am Sick” to “I Am Strong”: 10 Statements to Reframe Your Life

What you say about yourself matters. In this solo episode, Heather shares 10 powerful “I Am” statements to help you shift from fear and frustration toward strength, peace, and purpose — even while living with cancer.These statements aren’t about denial; they’re about defining yourself on your own terms. From choosing peace over panic to nourishing your body with care, this conversation will help you remember who you are beyond your diagnosis.✨ Listen in for:10 “I Am” statements to help you live fully with cancerPractical ways to protect your energy and peaceWhy words shape mindset — and mindset shapes healingShare this episode with someone who needs a reminder that they are more than their diagnosis. 💗🎧 Connect with Heather:Instagram: @heatherjoseYouTube: @ImStillHerePodcastWebsite: HeatherJose.com#ImStillHerePodcast #HeatherJose #LivingWithCancer #CancerMindset #MetastaticBreastCancer #IAmStatements #HopeAfterCancer #MindsetMatters #FaithOverFear #ChoosePeace #LiveFullyWithCancer