Hey babblers! Today I am joined by my friend Rikki, the amazing founder of Cancer Chicks Australia, which is a community for young women who support and empower each other through their experiences with cancer. Rikki was diagnosed with stage 2B Hodgkin's Lymphoma at age 20 in late 2018. After undergoing chemotherapy she is now cancer free and has been for the past 3 years.

There is no tip-toeing around the C word. Rikki is a completely open book! In this episode Rikki talks about body image and her changing relationship with her body throughout her cancer treatment. We unpack the connection between hair and beauty in Western society and the idea that hair is often more than just aesthetic. Rikki also talks about the importance of having a strong support system, how she feels about being viewed as "inspiration porn", what happened when she told her boyfriend she had cancer and comparison culture. We also have a chat about young people's attitudes towards health and the problem with young people thinking they are invincible. 

If you are an Aussie girl going through or have previously gone through cancer, you can join the Facebook group Cancer Chicks Australia. Otherwise to stay in the loop follow Cancer Chicks on Instagram @cancerchicksau. 

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