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Summary

In this week's conversation, Brittany and Kali reconnect after a significant time apart, diving deep into Kali's recent health journey and treatment experiences. They discuss the emotional and physical challenges of cancer treatment, the importance of community support, and the various healing modalities Kali has explored.

Brittany shares her own experiences as a caregiver, reflecting on the complexities of guilt and self-care amidst caregiving responsibilities.

The conversation also touches on spiritual growth, the search for strength in adversity, and the importance of maintaining faith during difficult times.

They conclude with a Q&A session addressing treatment centers and personal strength.

Takeaways

• Kali experienced significant emotional and physical challenges during her treatment.
• The importance of community support and kindness in healthcare settings.
• Mistletoe therapy can have strong reactions but is seen as beneficial.
• Exploring various healing modalities can enhance the treatment experience.
• Daily treatments included foot baths, lymphatic drainage, and red light therapy.
• DMSO can cause unpleasant smells but is effective for pain management.
• Spiritual reflections can provide comfort and perspective during suffering.
• Caregiving can bring up feelings of guilt and the need for self-care.
• Finding strength in the desire to live is crucial for those facing cancer.
• Maintaining faith and seeking answers can help navigate difficult emotions.

Keywords

cancer, health journey, treatment, mistletoe therapy, spiritual growth, caregiving, emotional resilience, community support, holistic healing, personal stories

keywords: healing, cancer, wellness, detox, infrared sauna, PEMF, Rife machine, red light therapy, enemas, juicing

takeaways:

• The importance of building a healing home environment.
• Infrared saunas can aid in detoxification and relaxation.
• PEMF mats help stimulate cellular activity and reduce inflammation.
• Rife machines target pathogens through frequency therapy.
• Red light therapy supports mitochondrial function and skin health.
• Enemas can detoxify the liver and improve overall health.
• Detox baths are a great way to relax and cleanse the body.
• Juicing should focus on greens to avoid sugar spikes.
• Rebounding and vibration plates support lymphatic drainage.
• Breathwork and meditation are essential for nervous system health.

summary: In this episode, Kali and Brittany discuss their personal healing journeys, focusing on the tools and practices that have supported their wellness. They explore various at-home healing tools, including infrared saunas, PEMF mats, Rife machines, red light therapy, enemas, detox baths, and more. The conversation emphasizes the importance of creating a healing environment and the benefits of self-care, detoxification, and alternative therapies in managing health, particularly in the context of cancer treatment.

Chapters

00:00 Thanksgiving Reflections

03:31 Building a Healing Home

06:09 The Benefits of Infrared Saunas

12:24 Exploring PEMF Therapy

18:23 Understanding Rife Machines

23:40 The Power of Red Light Therapy

28:39 The Importance of Enemas

31:02 The Importance of Detoxification

34:34 Home Healing Tools for Detox

39:59 Movement and Lymphatic Health

45:02 Juicing and Nutrition

48:57 Supporting Liver Health

53:55 Nervous System Support and Relaxation

59:26 Prioritizing Health and Wellness

59:36 Introduction and Call to Action

In this episode, Kali and Brittany discuss how to support someone with cancer, sharing their personal experiences and insights on what helps and what hurts. They emphasize the importance of direct offers of help, emotional support, and the challenges of accepting assistance. The conversation covers the various ways friends and family can provide support, including practical help, financial assistance, and emotional encouragement. They also address the feelings of guilt and worthiness that often accompany receiving help during difficult times, ultimately highlighting the immeasurable impact of community support during a cancer journey.

In this heartfelt episode of This Wasn’t the Plan, Brittany shares her powerful breast cancer diagnosis story—from the shocking discovery of a lump to navigating the twists and turns of diagnosis and treatment. She opens up about the physical side effects, the emotional toll, and how cancer reshaped her closest relationships.

Brittany also reflects on the ways she leaned on faith, community support, and integrative healing approaches to find strength and resilience during her journey. Her story highlights the importance of listening to your body, exploring both traditional and alternative cancer treatment options, and celebrating even the smallest victories along the path to healing.

If you’re seeking an honest and inspiring perspective on healing from breast cancer, this episode offers both hope and practical encouragement.

In this episode of This Wasn’t the Plan, Kali shares her raw and deeply personal breast cancer diagnosis story—including what it was like to be diagnosed while pregnant. She opens up about navigating the shock of her stage four breast cancer diagnosis, balancing motherhood with treatment, and the physical and emotional challenges along the way.

Kali discusses her decision-making process around traditional and integrative cancer treatments, how she coped with recurrence, and the ways she found strength in community support. Her story highlights the reality of living with metastatic breast cancer, while also offering hope, resilience, and encouragement for others facing cancer.

If you’re looking for an honest conversation about breast cancer, motherhood, emotional healing, and finding hope in difficult circumstances, this episode will resonate deeply.

In this episode of This Wasn’t the Plan, Kali and Brittany open up about their personal experiences navigating a cancer diagnosis. They share ten essential tips for those newly diagnosed, emphasizing mindset, self-advocacy, and the value of a strong support system. From building a care team to accepting help, this conversation highlights both the emotional and practical sides of the healing journey.

Listeners will walk away with insights on staying organized, focusing on positive stories of healing, and integrating different treatment options — all while remembering that no two cancer journeys are alike.

Connect with Kali & Brittany on Instagram: @TWTP.Podcast and on Tik Tok @twtppod

Share your story with us: thiswasnttheplanpod@gmail.com

Hi everyone! We're Brittany and Kali and we're so happy you found us. This is a quick introduction of who we are and what this podcast will be. We're two young women on a mission to spread hope and inspire others. We hope you tune in every Thursday for our full episodes. 

Connect with Kali & Brittany on Instagram: @TWTP.Podcast and on Tik Tok @twtppod

Share your story with us: thiswasnttheplanpod@gmail.com

This week on This Wasn’t The Plan, we’re diving into a topic that both of our cancer journeys made impossible to ignore: the non-toxic lifestyle — what it is, why it matters, how we each got started, and how you can begin without feeling overwhelmed.

Whether you're brand new to this world, trying to clean up your home for your kids, or refining the habits you already have, this conversation breaks things down in a way that’s doable, realistic, and not rooted in perfectionism.

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Happy Thanksgiving to all of you! We are taking the week off to spend time with out families, but we wanted to share a quick message with all of our listeners. We are so grateful for you! We hope this holiday brings you quality time with the people you love, health, and prosperity. This is a great time to focus on the blessings and give thanks. See you all next week when we're back with another full episode.

This week, Brittany and Kali dive into a deeply personal topic that affects countless young women: fertility after a breast cancer diagnosis.

They walk through their own stories, from diagnosis shock to the conversations they never expected to have in their 30s — about egg freezing, endocrine therapy, timing, treatment decisions, and the fear of whether motherhood would still be possible.

Inside the episode:

• How fertility counseling is often introduced too late

• The emotional stages of fertility grief

• Why hormonally driven cancers add extra layers of complexity

• What the POSITIVE Trial means for future pregnancies

• How they’re navigating faith, timing, and hope in the “in-between”

  
  

  This is a warm, honest, non-clinical look at what it means to hold onto the dream of a family while navigating healing.

In this episode of 'This Wasn't the Plan,' hosts Kali and Brittany share their personal journeys through cancer treatment, emphasizing the importance of resilience, self-care, and emotional support. They discuss practical strategies for maintaining a positive mindset, the significance of personal retreats, and the necessity of setting boundaries. The conversation highlights the challenges of finding hope during difficult times and offers insights into coping mechanisms, including journaling, affirmations, and morning routines. Ultimately, they remind listeners that while the journey is tough, there is always light at the end of the tunnel.

Links to the books we discussed:

You’re going to make it: https://amzn.to/3JHe0i9

Treasures In The Dark: https://amzn.to/4i306Uo

Beat Cancer Daily: https://amzn.to/3LZeNeQ

Jesus Calling: https://amzn.to/4nXddaW

In this episode of 'This Wasn't the Plan' podcast, Brittany and Kali share personal reflections on their cancer journeys, discussing the advice they would give their pre-cancer selves. They explore various themes including the importance of airway health, the impact of methylation on health, emotional well-being, the necessity of detoxification, and the significance of using non-toxic products. The conversation emphasizes self-care, listening to one's body, and the lessons learned through their experiences.

In this episode, Kali and Brittany explore the profound impact of faith on their cancer journeys. They discuss their personal experiences with faith before and after their diagnoses, the anger and doubt they faced, and the role of community and prayer in their healing processes. The conversation delves into the concept of surrendering to a higher power, recognizing signs from God, and the importance of sharing faith stories with others. Ultimately, they emphasize the transformative power of faith in navigating life's challenges, particularly in the context of illness.

In this episode of 'This Wasn't the Plan' podcast, hosts Kali and Brittany explore the profound impact of community on their journeys through cancer diagnosis and treatment. They discuss how their understanding of community has evolved, the importance of support during difficult times, and the healing power of shared experiences. The conversation highlights the significance of building connections, both in-person and through social media, and reflects on the changes in relationships that come with a cancer diagnosis. Ultimately, they emphasize the necessity of community for healing and resilience.

In this episode of 'This Wasn't the Plan' podcast, Brittany and Kali discuss their personal experiences with cancer treatment, focusing on the various paths available, including standard care, integrative healing, and holistic approaches. They explore the terminology used in cancer treatment, the importance of understanding different healing modalities, and the significance of trusting one's intuition when making treatment decisions. The conversation highlights the challenges and insights gained from their journeys, emphasizing the need for personalized treatment plans and the power of the mind in healing.

• Link to Dr. Tennant: https://tennantinstitute.com/ 

• Link to Dr. Nasha Winters: https://drnasha.com/ 

• Books we recommend:

• Cancer Revolution by Dr. Connealy: https://amzn.to/4qe3IXk 

• Metabolic Approach to Cancer: https://amzn.to/4qadZDH 

• Mum’s Not Having Chemo: https://amzn.to/3J51F6T