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Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

S20E2: Surgery Decisions: Navigating the Preparation and Decision-Making Process

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

Cultivating H.E.R. Space

Education, Self-improvement

4.71.3K Ratings

🗓️ 13 October 2023

⏱️ 57 minutes

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Summary

Hey lady! This week Terri and Dr. Dom bare it all and talk about the real deal when it comes to making decisions surrounding surgery. Both women have had significant surgeries and their decisions to undergo them were not made lightly. In fact, they spent a lot of time researching so they could make informed decisions for themselves, and they have a goldmine of tips they’re excited to share with you! Whether you are finally ready to get those hips you’ve always dreamed of, or the breast ptosis you’ve experienced after nourishing your little one has you feeling deflated, or you have a medical condition that is impeding your quality of life, surgery decisions are serious and personal. Tune in for a judgment-free episode designed to aid you so that you can make wise decisions for this private matter. You’ll definitely want to check out the Aftershow for questions and additional considerations for any upcoming surgery decisions you have.

Quote of the Day:
“Self-love is about making choices that honor your body and mind. For me, surgery was one of those choices.”
– Unknown

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Transcript

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0:00.0

On this week's episode of Cultivating Her Space, you want to research the doctors like

0:06.7

certifications, let it do your thorough research. Don't just go to one person's page like

0:11.5

really do your research, make phone calls, schedule consultations, go and get in the weeds with

0:17.2

it, right? And also you can hear testimonies from people who've used that same doctor

0:21.2

that will be helpful as well. Today's episode is sure to provide you with motivation,

0:27.2

inspiration or a fresh perspective. If you have any aha moments or appreciate anything from

0:33.6

this episode, please leave us a review to let us know we're on the right track. Also,

0:39.5

we release episodes every Friday, so be sure to subscribe on iTunes and visit CultivatingHerSpace.com

0:47.2

to access our exclusive after show and other bonus content from the Patreon tab.

0:52.8

Welcome to Cultivating Her Space, a podcast dedicated to uplifting women like you.

0:59.7

We're your hosts. Dr. Dominic Bursar, a college professor and psychologist.

1:05.7

And Terry Lomax, a techie and motivational speaker. In a world where black women are often

1:11.6

misrepresented and misunderstood, please join us as we initiate authentic conversations on everything

1:19.5

from five boards to fake friends and create a safe space where black women can just be.

1:28.8

Our quote of the day.

1:32.0

Self-love is about making choices that honor your body and mind.

1:37.4

For me, surgery was one of those choices. Now see,

1:44.1

this is an anonymous quote that was put out there.

1:50.6

However, I would say that and I won't speak for you, but I would say that for me like that

1:56.9

quote resonates and it makes it that surgery was a decision that I've made a couple of times

2:06.3

in life. And for me, it really was what in my view, an act of self-love honoring what I needed to do,

2:19.3

what I believe was right from my body. What about for you?

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