The Pause: Navigating Life's Priorities After Cancer
Thu Jun 12 2025
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Every moment counts. That's the lesson cancer taught me, and it's hitting home as I watch my son—now taller and stronger than me—prepare for his freshman year of high school.
Since transforming this into a cancer-focused podcast, something unexpected happened. My inbox floods daily with pitches from authors, people who have had cancer, and researchers eager to share their stories. While I never planned an interview format, these voices deserve to be heard. Meanwhile, I've found a new comfort in sharing my own cancer journey, even fielding interest about turning my story into a book.
But a simple phrase stopped me in my tracks: "You only have 18 summers with your children. Make them count." Before cancer, I consistently prioritized work over family. After facing mortality, I promised myself that would change. Now, with my main business Hike Like a Woman demanding attention—preparing for a Utah trip, another Kilimanjaro expedition, and managing website redesigns—something has to give.
Family and adventure are my core values. To honor them, I'm pressing pause on this podcast, at least until I return from Kilimanjaro. Then I'll either reinvent it or let it go entirely. Cancer taught me that time is precious, and sometimes the most powerful choice is knowing when to step back. What would you like to hear if this podcast returns? Your feedback matters as I contemplate this next chapter. Until then, cherish your summer moments with those who matter most.
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Send us a text Every moment counts. That's the lesson cancer taught me, and it's hitting home as I watch my son—now taller and stronger than me—prepare for his freshman year of high school. Since transforming this into a cancer-focused podcast, something unexpected happened. My inbox floods daily with pitches from authors, people who have had cancer, and researchers eager to share their stories. While I never planned an interview format, these voices deserve to be heard. Meanwhile, I've found a new comfort in sharing my own cancer journey, even fielding interest about turning my story into a book. But a simple phrase stopped me in my tracks: "You only have 18 summers with your children. Make them count." Before cancer, I consistently prioritized work over family. After facing mortality, I promised myself that would change. Now, with my main business Hike Like a Woman demanding attention—preparing for a Utah trip, another Kilimanjaro expedition, and managing website redesigns—something has to give. Family and adventure are my core values. To honor them, I'm pressing pause on this podcast, at least until I return from Kilimanjaro. Then I'll either reinvent it or let it go entirely. Cancer taught me that time is precious, and sometimes the most powerful choice is knowing when to step back. What would you like to hear if this podcast returns? Your feedback matters as I contemplate this next chapter. Until then, cherish your summer moments with those who matter most. Support the show ? Have a question about our group trips? Book a call with Rebecca here: https://calendar.app.google/6wYbYugTCvJfXiWZ8 💪🏽 Get our Kilimanjaro Coaching: https://calendar.app.google/QW5JywkMYUpGcbsa8 ✨ Do you want to sponsor Hike Like A Woman? Fill out our form: https://forms.gle/sXTcn2P9bVZ53Sqc6 /-/-/-/ TECH ▶️ Go-Pro: https://amzn.to/49yhSuq ▶️ DJI Wireless Microphone: https://amzn.to/49yhSuq ▶️ DJi Osmo Mobile Tripod: https://amzn.to/41q366E /-/-/-/ SHOP 🥾 Rockporch (if you’re shopping REI or Moosejaw): https://app.rockporch.com/Profile/hikelikeawoman 🥾 Amazon (because ya know, we’re all doing it): https://www.amazon.com/shop/hikelikeawoman 🥾 Buy rad HLAW swag here: https://hikelikeawoman.creator-spring.com/ /-/-/-/ GROUP TRIPS ✈️ Join us for our next Kilimanjaro climb: https://trovatrip.com/trip/africa/tanzania/tanzania-with-hikelikeawoman-aug-2025 ✈️ Join us for our group trip to Patagonia: https://trovatrip.com/trip/south-america/patagonia/argentina-with-rebecca-walsh-oct-2025 ✈️ Book Tour du Mont Blanc Aug 16-22: ...