One of the most difficult things about New Year resolutions is sticking to them. Inertia is a powerful thing, and changing habits can feel nearly impossible. Often, the thing that spurs a person to make — and maintain — radical changes in her life is a health scare. Enduring a health crisis, or even hearing news of a potentially serious health problem, can provide the motivation needed to effect real change.
One such story, highlighted recently on Kaiser Permanente’s Care Stories blog, is that of Stephanie Bedwell. After being diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer, Bedwell underwent a lumpectomy and radiation. Wanting to regain some control over her health as she went through treatment, she began doing Pilates, juicing, and eating all-organic foods. The changes found her feeling mentally clearer and physically stronger. According to Bedwell, breast cancer helped her take stock and reevaluate how she walks in this world.
Check out Bedwell’s story in this video.
