That idea resonates so much for wellness expertLindsey CallaofCalla in Motionthat shes joined this years campaign.
I really want to encourage people to join the conversation, she says.
Its all about strength in numbers.
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And on a personal note, my aunt is a survivor.
Her cancer diagnosis didnt affect me physically, but it affected my emotions and our familyit made us stronger.
SELF: Whats your advice for providing that support?
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LC:“There are a number of different ways it’s possible for you to go.
Be a good source of emotional support.
That can be hard to cultivate alone.
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Do things to bring that person joy.Cook meals.
Be emotionally strong for that person.”
SELF: You lead a healthy lifestyle.
From your perspective, how do health and wellness come in to play with breast cancer awareness?
What I love about this campaign is the strength in numbers and using the hashtag #BCAstrength.
Whether its a disease or a death in the familywere all going to have that hurdle eventually.
SELF: What do you have to say to young women who dont think breast cancer can affect them?
LC:“My friend who was recently diagnosed is my age32.
So we need to be talking about this as much as we can.
Giving people the tools and resources to know, encouragingself-exams, educationthats important.
Its this idea of coming together.
Were lucky that everybody has a voice now on Facebook and Twitter, and were so connected.
That was her way of putting something out there.
The more we have the conversation, the easier the conversation becomes.”
This interview has been edited and condensed.
Learn more about this yearsBreast Cancer Awareness Campaignand show your support by using the hashtag #BCAstrength.
