Living to Thrive with Cancer

Kathryn White
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A cancer diagnosis changes everything but it doesn’t have to define you. Join Kathryn White for practical strategies, holistic wellness tools, and uplifting conversations to help you care for your body, mind, and spirit. Whether you’re in treatment or beyond, you’ll find support, hope, and inspiration to live fully and thrive.

  1. 3D AGO

    Not Too Young for Cancer

    Let me know what you think! Colorectal cancer is rising in younger adults and screening guidelines are based on population averages, not individual experiences. In this episode, Kathryn shares her personal experience with stage 4 colon cancer and why awareness, early detection, and self-advocacy matter more than ever. Kathryn speaks openly about the symptoms she experienced, the importance of trusting your body, and how to advocate for further testing if you’re younger than the recommended screening age. Whether you are living with cancer, supporting someone who is, or simply want to understand the signs and risk factors, this episode will empower you to listen to your body and take action when something doesn’t feel right. Awareness can save lives. In This Episode You’ll Learn • Why colorectal cancer diagnoses are increasing in younger adults  • The symptoms that should never be ignored  • What “persistent symptoms” really means  • Why screening guidelines don’t apply equally to everyone  • How to advocate for yourself when doctors suggest “wait and see”  • What caregivers should watch for in loved ones  • How early detection can change outcomes Ready for More Support? 💛 Join the Cancer Thriver Pathway This is where we take conversations like this and turn them into action with personalized support, holistic strategies, and a compassionate community walking beside you. 📅 Schedule your free consult call here: https://calendly.com/kathrynwhitewellness/coachingcall You don’t have to figure this out alone. Let’s build your strength physically, emotionally, and mentally together. Free Resource 🎁 “Managing Cancer in Everyday Life” – FREE Download here: https://kathryn-white-cancer-coach.kit/thrive Love the Podcast? If this episode encouraged you, please: Subscribe Share it with someone who needs to hear it Leave a 5-star review My Book Living to Thrive with Cancer: A Holistic Guide to Living with Cancer Available on Amazon, Audible, iTunes, and more: https://a.co/d/drFeapW Let’s Connect Website: https://www.kathrynwhite.coach Instagram: @kathrynwhitecancercoach I would love to hear from you. Send your message to hello@kathrynwhite.coach

    13 min

  2. FEB 24

    Cancer and Exercise

    Let me know what you think! Exercise and cancer used to feel like opposites. For years, the common advice for someone going through treatment was simple: rest. And while rest is absolutely essential, we now know that appropriate, intentional movement can be one of the most powerful tools available to people living with cancer. In this empowering episode of Living to Thrive with Cancer, I sit down with internationally recognized oncology exercise researcher Dr. Anna Schwartz to talk about what the science really says about cancer and exercise and why movement is not just safe, but transformative. This conversation is for you if you are: Newly diagnosed and unsure what’s safeIn active treatment and struggling with fatiguePost-treatment and wondering how to rebuild strengthA caregiver supporting someone through recoveryDr. Schwartz shares decades of research and clinical experience to help us understand how exercise supports healing physically, emotionally, and even biologically. In This Episode We Discuss: ✨ Why exercise during cancer treatment is not only safe for most people but beneficial  ✨ The truth about cancer-related fatigue (and why rest alone isn’t the solution)  ✨ How movement supports immune function and recovery  ✨ The role of strength training in rebuilding confidence and resilience  ✨ What kind of exercise is most effective and how to start small  ✨ How to shift from fear of movement to trust in your body again Dr. Schwartz reminds us that exercise is not about pushing harder or “bouncing back.” It’s about reclaiming agency. It’s about reminding your body that it is capable. It’s about participation in your own healing. And that mindset shift? That’s where thriving begins. Learn more about Dr Anna Schwartz Cancer Exercise app: www.cancerexercise.com Dr Schwartz's practice: DrAnnaLSchwartz.com Books (Cancer Fitness, Essentials or Exercise Oncology and others) : annaschwartzphd.com American College of Medicine Moving Through Cancer resources: https://www.exerciseismedicine.org/eim-in-action/moving-through-cancer-2/ Ready for More Support? 💛 Join the Cancer Thriver Pathway This is where we take conversations like this and turn them into action with personalized support, holistic strategies, and a compassionate community walking beside you. 📅 Schedule your free consult call here: https://calendly.com/kathrynwhitewellness/coachingcall You don’t have to figure this out alone. Let’s build your strength physically, emotionally, and mentally together. Free Resource 🎁 “Managing Cancer in Everyday Life” – FREE Download here: https://kathryn-white-cancer-coach.kit/thrive Love the Podcast? If this episode encouraged you, please: Subscribe Share it with someone who needs to hear it Leave a 5-star review My Book Living to Thrive with Cancer: A Holistic Guide to Living with Cancer Available on Amazon, Audible, iTunes, and more: https://a.co/d/drFeapW Let’s Connect Website: https://www.kathrynwhite.coach Instagram: @kathrynwhitecancercoach I would love to hear from you. Send your message to hello@kathrynwhite.coach

    45 min

  3. FEB 10

    How to Talk About Cancer

    Let me know what you think! Get your FREE copy of “Managing Cancer in Everyday Life” here: https://kathryn-white-cancer-coach.kit.com/thrive After a cancer diagnosis, one of the hardest questions isn’t medical, it’s personal: Who do I tell, and how much do I say? In this episode, we’re talking about the often-overlooked reality of communicating about cancer. Whether you’re an introvert who prefers privacy or an extrovert who processes out loud, you get to choose your style of sharing. There is no “right” way, only what supports your energy, your nervous system, and your healing. We explore the pressure to explain, the myth that you owe others comfort, and how learning to trust yourself again is a powerful part of thriving with cancer. Love the podcast? Write a 5 star review! Your support helps me to reach other people. If you would like to know more about the concept of living with cancer I have written a book all about my personal experience with moving from survivor to thriver. In my book I offer anecdotes and strategies that will encourage you to learn how to thrive with cancer. Living to Thrive with Cancer: a holistic guide to living with cancer is now available! Get your copy today on Amazon. Also available in audio format on Audible, I Tunes, and Amazon https://a.co/d/drFeapW Get your FREE copy of “Managing Cancer in Everyday Life” here: https://kathryn-white-cancer-coach.kit/thrive So let me show you how it’s done. Join the Cancer Thriver Pathway Schedule a free call HERE: https://calendly.com/kathrynwhitewellness #cancerrecovery  #cancersurvivor #coloncancer #coloncancersurvivors #cancerrecovery #cancernutrition #cancersurgery #cancerrecoverytips #cancercoach #youngadultcancer PS – Whenever you’re ready, here are the 2 best ways I can help you… 1) “Managing Cancer in Everyday Life” – FREE Click HERE: https://kathryn-white-cancer-coach.kit/thrive 2) Join the Cancer Thriver Pathway Apply HERE: https://calendly.com/kathrynwhitewellness Let’s Connect: Website: Ready for More Support? 💛 Join the Cancer Thriver Pathway This is where we take conversations like this and turn them into action with personalized support, holistic strategies, and a compassionate community walking beside you. 📅 Schedule your free consult call here: https://calendly.com/kathrynwhitewellness/coachingcall You don’t have to figure this out alone. Let’s build your strength physically, emotionally, and mentally together. Free Resource 🎁 “Managing Cancer in Everyday Life” – FREE Download here: https://kathryn-white-cancer-coach.kit/thrive Love the Podcast? If this episode encouraged you, please: Subscribe Share it with someone who needs to hear it Leave a 5-star review My Book Living to Thrive with Cancer: A Holistic Guide to Living with Cancer Available on Amazon, Audible, iTunes, and more: https://a.co/d/drFeapW Let’s Connect Website: https://www.kathrynwhite.coach Instagram: @kathrynwhitecancercoach I would love to hear from you. Send your message to hello@kathrynwhite.coach

    25 min

  4. JAN 27

    Acupuncture for Cancer Survivorship

    Let me know what you think! In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr Beverley de Valois to explore her research in acupuncture and cancer survivorship. Dr de Valois share her insights into how acupuncture can support people living with cancer and help them to navigate some of the challenges that come with being a survivor. This episode isn’t just about a practice, it’s about possibility and support. Dr de Valois shares how she came to researching acupuncture and cancer, how acupuncture can support post cancer survivorship, and insights into the benefits of acupuncture. Her insight, and research offer a message that every listener can carry with them: ✨ Your story doesn’t end with diagnosis. ✨ You can create a thriving life with cancer ✨ You can use tools outside of the medical world in conjunction with medical treatments. Whether you’re living with cancer, love someone who is, or want to better understand the cancer survivor experience, this episode will leave you inspired, informed, and reminded of the possibilities that are available to you. 🎧 Listen to the Episode You can find this conversation on: Apple PodcastsSpotifyOr wherever you listen to podcastsIf this episode resonates with you, I would love for you to share it with someone who may need support or encouragement today. Learn more about Dr de Valois Dr Beverley de Valois Acupuncture and Cancer Survivorship book from publisher Acupuncture and Cancer Survivorship book on Amazon LinkedIn National Cancer Institute Learn More About Becoming a Cancer Thriver Download your free copy of Managing Cancer in Everyday Life  Support is available to you. Schedule a free one hour coaching call https://calendly.com/kathrynwhitewellne Ready for More Support? 💛 Join the Cancer Thriver Pathway This is where we take conversations like this and turn them into action with personalized support, holistic strategies, and a compassionate community walking beside you. 📅 Schedule your free consult call here: https://calendly.com/kathrynwhitewellness/coachingcall You don’t have to figure this out alone. Let’s build your strength physically, emotionally, and mentally together. Free Resource 🎁 “Managing Cancer in Everyday Life” – FREE Download here: https://kathryn-white-cancer-coach.kit/thrive Love the Podcast? If this episode encouraged you, please: Subscribe Share it with someone who needs to hear it Leave a 5-star review My Book Living to Thrive with Cancer: A Holistic Guide to Living with Cancer Available on Amazon, Audible, iTunes, and more: https://a.co/d/drFeapW Let’s Connect Website: https://www.kathrynwhite.coach Instagram: @kathrynwhitecancercoach I would love to hear from you. Send your message to hello@kathrynwhite.coach

    42 min

  5. JAN 13

    Stop Setting Goals

    Let me know what you think! Healing and thriving with cancer isn’t just about treatments and checkups, it’s about nurturing the whole you. In this episode, we dive into goals versus intentions and why you need to stop setting goals when you have cancer. Tune in to learn how changing goal setting to setting intentions can feel softer, kinder and create less stressful when you are living with cancer. Love the podcast? Write a 5 star review! Your support helps me to reach other people. Learn More About Becoming a Cancer Thriver at www.kathrynwhite.coach Follow on Instagram @kathrynwhitecancercoach and Facebook @kathrynwhitewellness If you would like to know more about the concept of living with cancer I have written a book all about my personal experience with moving from survivor to thriver. In my book I offer anecdotes and strategies that will encourage you to learn how to thrive with cancer. Living to Thrive with Cancer: a holistic guide to living with cancer is now available! Get your copy today on Amazon. Join my Thriver Community at www.kathrynwhite.coach Learn more about my Cancer Thriver Pathway Coaching Program in this free 30 minute coaching call https://calendly.com/kathrynwhitewellness/consultation Kathryn White is a Cancer Coach who supports you as you turn your cancer diagnosis into a thriving story one step at a time. Ready for More Support? 💛 Join the Cancer Thriver Pathway This is where we take conversations like this and turn them into action with personalized support, holistic strategies, and a compassionate community walking beside you. 📅 Schedule your free consult call here: https://calendly.com/kathrynwhitewellness/coachingcall You don’t have to figure this out alone. Let’s build your strength physically, emotionally, and mentally together. Free Resource 🎁 “Managing Cancer in Everyday Life” – FREE Download here: https://kathryn-white-cancer-coach.kit/thrive Love the Podcast? If this episode encouraged you, please: Subscribe Share it with someone who needs to hear it Leave a 5-star review My Book Living to Thrive with Cancer: A Holistic Guide to Living with Cancer Available on Amazon, Audible, iTunes, and more: https://a.co/d/drFeapW Let’s Connect Website: https://www.kathrynwhite.coach Instagram: @kathrynwhitecancercoach I would love to hear from you. Send your message to hello@kathrynwhite.coach

    20 min

  6. 12/23/2025

    Cancer at 20-Something

    Let me know what you think! In today’s episode, I sit down with Peter Laneas to explore a deeply personal and incredibly powerful story, what it really feels like to face cancer as a young adult, and how that experience shaped the life he’s living today. Peter opens up about the moment everything changed, the emotional and physical challenges that followed, and the often-overlooked realities of navigating cancer during a time of life when most people are building careers, relationships, and dreams for the future. This episode isn’t just about hardship, it’s about transformation. Peter shares how he reclaimed control after treatment, shifting from survivor to advocate, using his story to raise awareness and create community for others walking a similar path. His honesty, insight, and strength offer a message that every listener can carry with them: ✨ Your story doesn’t end with diagnosis. ✨ Your voice matters. ✨ You can rise, rebuild, and even thrive. We also dive into the meaningful work Peter is doing today to support people living with cancer from advocacy initiatives to community leadership and peer support. Whether you’re living with cancer, love someone who is, or want to better understand the young adult survivor experience, this episode will leave you inspired, informed, and reminded of the power of turning pain into purpose. 🎧 Listen to the Episode You can find this conversation on: Apple PodcastsSpotifyOr wherever you listen to podcastsIf this episode resonates with you, I would love for you to share it with someone who may need support or encouragement today. Learn more about Peter Instagram https://www.instagram.com/peterlaneas Cancer Fatigue Services Learn More About Becoming a Cancer Thriver Support is available to you. Schedule a free one hour coaching call https://calendly.com/kathrynwhitewellness/coachingcall Kathryn White Wellness www.kathrynwhite.coach Insta Ready for More Support? 💛 Join the Cancer Thriver Pathway This is where we take conversations like this and turn them into action with personalized support, holistic strategies, and a compassionate community walking beside you. 📅 Schedule your free consult call here: https://calendly.com/kathrynwhitewellness/coachingcall You don’t have to figure this out alone. Let’s build your strength physically, emotionally, and mentally together. Free Resource 🎁 “Managing Cancer in Everyday Life” – FREE Download here: https://kathryn-white-cancer-coach.kit/thrive Love the Podcast? If this episode encouraged you, please: Subscribe Share it with someone who needs to hear it Leave a 5-star review My Book Living to Thrive with Cancer: A Holistic Guide to Living with Cancer Available on Amazon, Audible, iTunes, and more: https://a.co/d/drFeapW Let’s Connect Website: https://www.kathrynwhite.coach Instagram: @kathrynwhitecancercoach I would love to hear from you. Send your message to hello@kathrynwhite.coach

    1h 10m

  7. 12/09/2025

    Navigating the Holidays When You Have Cancer

    Let me know what you think! The holidays can be a beautiful mix of warmth, nostalgia, and connection but when you’re living with cancer, they can also feel overwhelming, complicated, or completely different from years past. And that’s okay. In this episode, we dive into what it really looks like to move through the holiday season with compassion, boundaries, and intention. Together, we explore: The weight of family expectationsParenting when your energy and emotions are stretched thinThe tender emotional landscape this season can bringTips for traveling safely and comfortablyHow to protect your peace and create space for your healingWhether you're in treatment, recovering, or supporting someone you love, this episode offers grounding insight and gentle reminders to help you navigate the holidays on your own terms. Learn More About Becoming a Cancer Thriver Kathryn White Wellness www.kathrynwhite.coach The Cancer Thriver Compass Coaching Program - book a call to learn more YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@kathrynwhitecancercoach Instagram instagram.com/kathrynwhitecancercoach Facebook facebook.com/kathrynwhitewellness Living to Thrive with Cancer: a holistic guide to living with cancer is now available! Get your copy today! https://a.co/d/d5H7dVE Hit the "Follow" button so you don't miss an episode. Love the podcast? Write a 5 star review! Your support helps me to reach other people. Ready for More Support? 💛 Join the Cancer Thriver Pathway This is where we take conversations like this and turn them into action with personalized support, holistic strategies, and a compassionate community walking beside you. 📅 Schedule your free consult call here: https://calendly.com/kathrynwhitewellness/coachingcall You don’t have to figure this out alone. Let’s build your strength physically, emotionally, and mentally together. Free Resource 🎁 “Managing Cancer in Everyday Life” – FREE Download here: https://kathryn-white-cancer-coach.kit/thrive Love the Podcast? If this episode encouraged you, please: Subscribe Share it with someone who needs to hear it Leave a 5-star review My Book Living to Thrive with Cancer: A Holistic Guide to Living with Cancer Available on Amazon, Audible, iTunes, and more: https://a.co/d/drFeapW Let’s Connect Website: https://www.kathrynwhite.coach Instagram: @kathrynwhitecancercoach I would love to hear from you. Send your message to hello@kathrynwhite.coach

    24 min

  8. 11/25/2025

    How to Create a Thriving Mindset

    Let me know what you think! Healing and thriving with cancer isn’t just about treatments and checkups, it’s about nurturing the whole you. In this episode, we dive into the 3S Method: Self-Love, Self-Care, and Self-Belief, three interconnected practices that support healing, growth, and a vibrant, meaningful life, even in the midst of cancer or recovery. I’ll guide you through three transformative levels: Awareness – noticing how you currently care for yourself and where shifts are possible.Exploration – practical strategies and mindset shifts to deepen your connection to your body, mind, and spirit.Reflection – integrating what you’ve learned to feel empowered, confident, and ready to thrive.Tune in to learn how small, intentional steps in self-love, self-care, and self-belief can transform your mindset and help you reclaim your life on your terms. Learn More About Becoming a Cancer Thriver Kathryn White Wellness www.kathrynwhite.coach Instagram instagram.com/kathrynwhitecancercoach Facebook facebook.com/kathrynwhitewellness Living to Thrive with Cancer: a holistic guide to living with cancer is now available! Get your copy today! https://a.co/d/d5H7dVE You can work with me through coaching to start your path to thriving with cancer. https://kathrynwhite.coach YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@kathrynwhitecancercoach Hit the "Follow" button so you don't miss an episode. Love the podcast? Write a 5 star review! Your support helps me to reach other people. Pinterest https://www.pinterest.ca/kathrynwcancercoach/ Support is available to you. Schedule a free one hour coaching call https://calendly.com/kathrynwhitewellness/coachingcall Ready for More Support? 💛 Join the Cancer Thriver Pathway This is where we take conversations like this and turn them into action with personalized support, holistic strategies, and a compassionate community walking beside you. 📅 Schedule your free consult call here: https://calendly.com/kathrynwhitewellness/coachingcall You don’t have to figure this out alone. Let’s build your strength physically, emotionally, and mentally together. Free Resource 🎁 “Managing Cancer in Everyday Life” – FREE Download here: https://kathryn-white-cancer-coach.kit/thrive Love the Podcast? If this episode encouraged you, please: Subscribe Share it with someone who needs to hear it Leave a 5-star review My Book Living to Thrive with Cancer: A Holistic Guide to Living with Cancer Available on Amazon, Audible, iTunes, and more: https://a.co/d/drFeapW Let’s Connect Website: https://www.kathrynwhite.coach Instagram: @kathrynwhitecancercoach I would love to hear from you. Send your message to hello@kathrynwhite.coach

    27 min
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A cancer diagnosis changes everything but it doesn’t have to define you. Join Kathryn White for practical strategies, holistic wellness tools, and uplifting conversations to help you care for your body, mind, and spirit. Whether you’re in treatment or beyond, you’ll find support, hope, and inspiration to live fully and thrive.

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  • Creator
    Kathryn White
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    85
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Living to Thrive with Cancer
  • Show Website
    Living to Thrive with Cancer

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