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My 6-Year Cancerversary Feels Like a Death Anniversary—And the Death Is Me

Today is my six-year breast cancerversary. For me, this means that six years ago today I heard the words, “I’m sorry. It is cancer.” I didn’t write this to be…

Breast Cancer & PTSD: They Cut Out the Cancer–But Not the Trauma

Breast cancer isn’t just a physical battle—it’s a mental & emotional war that often leads to PTSD. Explore why healing after breast cancer must include mental health support……

How to Get Diagnosed with Hypermobile Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (hEDS): A Guide

For years, I didn’t know why I felt like my body was falling apart—until I heard the words Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. If you’re wondering whether hEDS might explain your symptoms…

How to Get Diagnosed with POTS and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)

Struggling with symptoms no one can explain? You’re not alone. After breast cancer and years of health complications, I was finally diagnosed with POTS and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)….

The Breast Cancer Emotional Survival Guide: What No One Tells You About Healing Your Mind, Heart, Relationships & Soul

Breast cancer doesn’t just wound the body; it impacts your mind, emotions, relationships and soul. This emotional survival guide explores what no one tells you about the mental, spiritual, and…

17 Years Without My Sister: Dealing with Death Anniversaries & Grief

“It’s just a day”–my sister’s 17th death anniversary. I can tell myself over and over, and my mind can almost believe it. But my body says differently: It’s not “just…

Reluctant Warrior: A Breast Cancer Memoir & Emotional Survival Guide

As I write by book, Reluctant Warrior: A Breast Cancer Memoir & Emotional Survival Guide I’m sharing it here on my blog…

When Your sister Dies, The Grief Doesn’t ‘Go Away’

Two of my sisters have died, and one thing I know for sure is this: The grief doesn’t just “go away.”…”Why hasn’t the world stopped? My sister just died.”…

5 Year Breast Cancer-versary

Today is five years since I heard the words: “I’m sorry. It is breast cancer.” How does it feel to experience my 5 year breast cancer-versary? I woke up too…

Breast Cancer Trauma and Self-Worth

Breast cancer trauma has deeply impacted my sense of self-worth, making me wonder “Who am I now?” I’m not the only one….