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A Holiday at North Stradbroke Island

A Holiday at North Stradbroke Island - our recommendations for a relaxing holiday in Queensland, Australia

Our Relaxing Holiday My husband and I have just spent a week at North Stradbroke Island. It has been over two years since we had a holiday anywhere, apart from the odd night away. Because of Covid, we decided not to go anywhere interstate, or anywhere that required a plane trip. We wanted to avoid our travel plans being disrupted by lock-downs as our state has some of the tightest border…

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How My Mastectomies Changed My Life … For the Better

Although I had complications after my mastectomies, my life has changed for the better. This is my personal journey after recovering from bilateral risk reducing mastectomies.

I have been reminded frequently on social media that October is breast cancer awareness month.  My personal journey of recovery from double mastectomies 17 months ago has not been an easy one.  As I reflect on the last 17 months, I can see that having mastectomies changed my life … for the better.  This is my story. Being Diagnosed With BRCA2 Gene Mutation I was diagnosed with a BRCA2 gene…

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Taking Some Time Out

Taking Some Time Out - I needed to take some time out from blogging and now I return to write about how the Pandemic is affecting people in my local area.

After some time out from my blog, I feel I need to write about the current situation with the Covid-19 pandemic and how it is affecting people in my local area. Technical Issues With My Blog I have been having some time out from my blog.  Basically I ghosted Midlifestylist.  There were several reasons for this, one of which is that I “broke” my website.  I have been trying to fix it but to no…

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Feeling Nostalgic Watching The Tokyo Olympic Games

The Tokyo Olympic Games makes me feel nostalgic for a couple of reasons. I have very fond memories of the Sydney Olympic Games and our holiday in Japan.

The Tokyo Olympics has me feeling very nostalgic.   Sydney Olympic Games 2000 21 years ago Sydney hosted arguably the best Olympic Games the world has ever seen.  My sons were aged 6 and 9 in 2000.  We’re not normally  sports fans, but the atmosphere and fun around hosting this event turned us into fans of sports such as swimming, athletics and even wrestling. Who could forget that iconic…

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Spring Cleaning in Winter

Spring Cleaning in Winter - This post is about my love of Spring Cleaning. There’s nothing that compares to the feeling of satisfaction of getting the house sparkling clean from top to bottom.

Does anyone else love Spring cleaning?  My husband and I have started our Spring cleaning a bit early this year.  By the time Spring comes it’s too hot here to do it.  Hence doing it in Winter. I was out of action for the better part of a year so a lot of our housework became very neglected.  I’ve been looking at my windows for months and itching to clean them as they were filthy.  We’re working…

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July Update on Resilience, my Word of the Year

July Update - Resilience is my Word of the Year 2021. I chose Resilience because last year I needed every bit of courage, inner strength and persistence to reach my personal goals, after suffering many setbacks. This is an update on how I'm going.

Resilience is my Word of the Year 2021.  I chose this word because last year I had complications from surgery that meant that I couldn’t work.  I was needing every bit of courage, inner strength and persistence to work towards that goal, after suffering many setbacks.  Now that it is six months into the year, I thought I would revisit my word of the year to see how I was progressing. Gaining…

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BRCA Gene Mutations and Pancreatic Cancer

This is a transcript of the podcast episode, BRCA Gene Mutations and Pancreatic Cancer. There is a link between BRCA gene mutations and pancreatic cancer. It is the third most common cancer associated with a BRCA gene mutation.

This is a transcript of Episode 5 of the BRCA Gene Mutation and Cancer Awareness podcast. Intro Welcome to the BRCA gene mutation and cancer awareness podcast.  I am Christina Henry of Midlifestylist.com.  I am a Registered Nurse with a BRCA2 gene mutation.  My podcast will raise awareness of BRCA 1 and 2 gene mutations and their link to an increased cancer risk.  BRCA gene mutations affect…

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Melanoma - Are You At Risk?

This is a transcript of the Melanoma - Are You At Risk? episode of the BRCA Gene Mutation and Cancer Awareness podcast. It includes an interview with Jordan Hill, who had a melanoma at age 24. Important information for everyone on preventing & screening

Transcript of Podcast Episode 5: Melanoma – Are You At Risk? Includes an interview with Jordan Hill, who had a melanoma at age 24. Introduction Welcome to the BRCA gene mutation and cancer awareness podcast.  I am Christina Henry of Midlifestylist.com.  I am a Registered Nurse with a BRCA2 gene mutation.  My podcast will raise awareness of BRCA 1 and 2 gene mutations and their link to an…

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What To Do If You Are Diagnosed With a BRCA Gene Mutation

You have just found out you have a BRCA Gene Mutation. What Next? What the result means, the implications of a positive result and what to do next. A transcript of episode 4 of the BRCA Gene Mutation and cancer awareness podcast.

Transcript of Podcast Episode 4 Welcome to the BRCA gene mutation and cancer awareness podcast.  I am Christina Henry of Midlifestylist.com.  I am a Registered Nurse with a BRCA2 gene mutation.  My podcast will raise awareness of BRCA 1 and 2 gene mutations and their link to an increased cancer risk.  BRCA gene mutations affect males and females equally, but there isn’t a lot of awareness in the…

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I interviewed my son Jordan for an upcoming episode on melanoma for my podcast. Jordan had a melanoma aged 24. My podcast aims to raise awareness of cancer including melanoma. BRCA Gene Mutation and Cancer Awareness podcast is available on Anchor, Spotify, Google Podcast, Apple Podcast and more. There is also a resource page on Midlifestylist.com, search BRCA. #midlifestylist #melanoma #melanomaAwareness #BRCA #BRCA1 #BRCA2 #brcagenemutation #podcast #cancerrisk #cancerawareness #cancer #spotify https://www.instagram.com/p/CPqFp6PpJaz/?utm_medium=tumblr

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How to Be Tested For a BRCA Gene Mutation

This is a transcript of Episode 3 of the BRCA Gene Mutation and Cancer Awareness Podcast. Episode description: How to go about being tested for a BRCA gene mutation and what testing involves. Are you at high risk for a gene mutation?

Transcript of Podcast Episode 3 Welcome to the BRCA gene mutation and cancer awareness podcast. I am Christina Henry of Midlifestylist.com. I am a Registered Nurse with a BRCA2 gene mutation. My podcast will raise awareness of BRCA 1 and 2 gene mutations and their link to an increased cancer risk. BRCA gene mutations affect males and females equally, but there isn’t a lot of awareness in the…

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What Is a BRCA Gene Mutation and How Does it Increase Cancer Risk?

What Is a BRCA Gene Mutation and How Does it Increase Cancer Risk? This is a transcript of Episode 1 of the BRCA Gene Mutation and Cancer Awareness Podcast. This episode is What is the BRCA Gene Mutation and How Does it Increase Cancer Risk?

Transcript of Podcast Episode 1 Welcome to the BRCA gene mutation and cancer awareness podcast.  I am Christina Henry of Midlifestylist.com.  I am a Registered Nurse with a BRCA2 gene mutation.  My podcast will raise awareness of BRCA 1 and 2 gene mutations and their link to an increased cancer risk.  BRCA gene mutations affect males and females equally, but there isn’t a lot of awareness in the…

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The end of the journey for a much-loved family member

The end of the journey for a much-loved family member. A Celebration of Life is an alternative to the traditional funeral. We had one for our much loved matriarch who passed away recently after a long battle with lung cancer.

I am back after a break from blogging over the last few weeks.  My much loved mother-in-law passed away after a battle with lung cancer.  I took a break to spend time with my family during her last few weeks and until after her Celebration of Life. I have written about my incredibly strong mother-in-law before.  Gwen was given 18 months when she was diagnosed with lung cancer. She far outlived…

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Introducing My New Resource Page and Podcast

Introducing My New Resource Page and Podcast: The BRCA Gene Mutation and Cancer Awareness Resource Page and Podcast. It aims to raise awareness of the BRCA1 and 2 Gene Mutation and its link to cancer risk.

Introducing My New Resource Page and Podcast for BRCA Gene Mutation and Cancer Awareness  This week I launched my new resource page and podcast for BRCA Gene Mutation and Cancer Awareness.   BRCA 1 and 2 genes mutations increase the risk of several types of cancer in their carriers.  Because I have a BRCA 2 gene mutation I have an interest in this subject. The resource page contains information…

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An Easter Celebration With My Family

An Easter Celebration With My Family is a special occasion. I love to create food that all the family can enjoy, including vegan and vegetarian food. I have adapted recipes to make vegan versions of them, like this recipe for vegan choc-nut balls

This post includes a recipe for Vegan Choc-Nut Balls Easter is a special occasion in my family.  It is a celebration.  This year I will spend Good Friday with my in-laws and Easter Sunday with my sons.  Even though I don’t go to church any more, it is hard to break away from family traditions.  My children appreciate the effort I make to create a joyous atmosphere. Easter Traditions – Good…

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Achieving Goals By Being Self Motivated

Achieving Goals By Being Self Motivated - self motivation is an intrinsic trait that can be developed. This is how being self motivated has helped me to achieve my goals. Tips for anyone who wants to be more self motivated.

Is Self Motivation Intrinsic or Learned? Is self motivation a characteristic that we are born with or is it one that develops with maturity? I believe it is partly a characteristic we are born with, but it can be developed. Being self motivated helps you to reach your goals. It is part of being resilient and not giving up when the going gets tough. I have always been self motivated.   Even when…

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Sympathy vs Empathy: Which one is better?

Sympathy vs Empathy: Which one is better? Which one makes someone feel truly supported in their time of Need?

How do sympathy and empathy differ, and which one helps someone feel truly supported in their time of need? The thought came into my head this morning as I was contemplating the support I have received, especially in the last year.  The comfort I have received in some instances was just what I needed in my time of need. The difference between Sympathy and Empathy: Sympathy vs empathy: what’s…

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