From surviving to thriving through breast cancer, loss and depression
The Body Coach: Extraordinary PeopleShow Notes
At just 26 years old, Susie was diagnosed with breast cancer. In this conversation with Joe Wicks, Susie describes the twists and turns of her journey over the last 20 years.
Susie explains the shock of her diagnosis at such a young age, the incredible friend she made on her journey and the grief that sadly came along with it.
She shares how her grief led her to alcohol and how she managed to pull herself out of her darkest moments with P.E. with Joe.
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