My diagnosis came during a holiday and hit me like a shock - from that moment nothing was the same. I chose not to waste my strength on ‘Why me?’, but to focus on each step of treatment. Much of what I went through was invisible: fatigue, bone pain, hormonal side effects and a fear of recurrence that is still with me today. The support of my husband, my family, friends and colleagues became my anchor and helped me reclaim my everyday life - my job, my passion for sports and my confidence. I am still myself, but I have discovered resilience, patience and a new clarity about what truly matters - I am here, I am active, and I appreciate every single day more than ever before.
Last weekend marked a special milestone: I played my first official tennis tournament since my breast cancer diagnosis. Two singles in one day, one loss and one dramatic win - coming back from 0:4 down in the first set and in the set tie-break to take the match 7:6, 6:0. The weather was perfect, I met wonderful people, and my husband was there, supporting and cheering for me. I was positively surprised by how well my body coped and how quickly I recovered. It reminded me that life after breast cancer can still be powerful and active - maybe not exactly as before, but very close. I’m already excited for the next tournaments. Never give up!
Riding my Harley again is something I will never take for granted. During treatment I couldn’t ride - I felt weak and insecure, and on a motorbike you have to be fully focused and feel strong and safe. The smallest mistake or moment of distraction can cost you your life.
My first ride after breast cancer was short, but it was a milestone: a piece of freedom returned, and with it the feeling of being myself again. Since then, I’ve been back on my Sportster more often, enjoying the roads and my regained strength. On the bike I’m not a patient or a survivor - I’m simply me: present in the moment, powerful and alive.