In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Diary of a Breastie, Luchi sits down with Leslie Ferris Yerger — Stage IV breast cancer thriver and leader of the nonprofit My Density Matters.Leslie was diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer just two months after receiving an “all clear” mammogram and ultrasound. The cancer was invisible on imaging due to breast density — something many women are never fully educated about.More than eight years later, Leslie has dedicated her life to making sure her story does not become someone else’s.In this episode, we discuss: What breast density actually means Why dense breast tissue can make cancer harder to detect The emotional impact of going from “all clear” to Stage IV What additional screening options exist The importance of asking better questions at your appointments The mission behind My Density Matters The annual Find Out My Breast Density Day (every February 18th)This conversation is not about fear — it’s about information. And information saves lives.If you’ve ever been told your mammogram was clear, this episode is for you.Listen, share with a Breastie, and make sure you know your density.Learn more about My Density Matters:https://www.instagram.com/mydensitymatters/Follow Leslie:@leslie.Ferris.yergerSubscribe to Diary of a Breastie on YouTube, Substack: diaryofabreastie1.substack.com and Spotify:https://tr.ee/8IC4PaGmEA for more real stories of survival, faith, and healing.Because awareness is power.

In this powerful episode of Diary of a Breastie, Luchi sits down with Malibu Dana — philanthropist, patient advocate, and founder of The Butterfly Strong Foundation.

Diagnosed with breast cancer at just 35 years old, Dana describes entering an “unspeakably dark place.” But today, 15 years cancer free, she has transformed her pain into purpose, creating tangible compassion through WeCare packages and launching a foundation dedicated to advocacy, awareness, and action.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What it feels like to be diagnosed young

• The emotional and spiritual healing journey

• What it truly means to be “Butterfly Strong”

• How small ripples can create tidal waves of change

• The mission behind The Butterfly Strong Foundation

• Why early detection and vigilance matter

• What “Be Fearless” really means

Dana reminds us that the comeback can be stronger than the setback and that every survivor has the power to start a hurricane of hope.

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Life after cancer can bring both relief and heartbreak.

In episode 3 of Diary of a Breastie, Rose Johnson shares her journey of survivorship, faith, and grief.

After celebrating being cancer-free, she faced a heartbreaking loss — her mom passed away just hours later.

Rose opens up about the emotional highs and lows, confidence struggles after treatment, and the resilience it takes to move forward.

Rose’s story reminds us that surviving cancer is only part of the journey, what we carry forward, and how we continue to live, matters just as much.

Real stories. Honest conversations. Hope in the middle of uncertainty.

🎧 Listen, reflect, and remember: you are not alone in this. 🤍

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