Laura’s Story
When Laura was diagnosed with Stage 1A breast cancer in February 2019, she was grateful it had been caught early—but that didn't make the experience any less frightening.
"I was terrified," she recalls. "Even though it was early-stage cancer, I cried all the time."
Following a lumpectomy, radiation treatment, and nearly seven years of Tamoxifen, Laura is now approaching a milestone she once dreamed about: taking her final dose of medication.
Throughout her cancer journey, the support of family, close friends, and the Be Well community helped her navigate the fear and uncertainty that often accompany a diagnosis. After reaching out to a social worker in search of support, she discovered Be Well during a moment when she was desperately seeking connection.
Her first class left a lasting impression. "I felt welcomed, not intimidated, and I felt maybe I could find community."
Seven years later, Laura continues to attend classes regularly and credits Be Well with supporting both her physical and emotional healing. While yoga helped her stay active, the greatest gift was finding peace, support, and a community that understood what she was experiencing.
One Be Well experience stands out in particular: learning a restorative bridge pose. "I remember feeling so supported, so at peace," she says. "It's still the most calming pose in my practice, and I try to do it every day."
Today, Laura embraces survivorship as an important part of who she is. Rather than trying to leave cancer behind, she has found strength in acknowledging her journey and connecting with others who understand it.
For Laura, survivorship means moving forward while never forgetting. It means finding joy in each day, appreciating the gift of health, and facing life's challenges with the confidence that comes from overcoming something difficult.
"I've already gotten through some real junk," she says. "And I made it through."
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