Once Bitten, Twice Prepared is one woman’s journey with two breast cancer diagnoses, 14 years apart, and how her spirituality, personal development and a range of techniques helped her take back control and get through her second diagnosis with a new positive outlook.
Although this is the author’s personal story with breast cancer, the techniques she uses can be adapted to any life crisis. They are all simple and easy to do, but do need commitment.
Her book is honest, inspiring, and written with just a touch of humour as she takes you on her journey through two cancer treatments, her path to spirituality and her personal regime of coping techniques.
Although this is the author’s personal story with breast cancer, the techniques she uses can be adapted to any life crisis. They are all simple and easy to do, but do need commitment.
Her book is honest, inspiring, and written with just a touch of humour as she takes you on her journey through two cancer treatments, her path to spirituality and her personal regime of coping techniques.
Reviews
A wonderful and honest review of surviving cancer (twice!). My precious Mum had bowel cancer and so much of what you said sounded a lot like her. When I was reading through and you touched on the spiritual side of things, I was disappointed you didn’t elaborate more. I was hoping you’d describe more in-depth about your experiences.....and then came the wonderful final chapters which detailed your spiritualism! That really struck a cord with me, so thank you. My Mum said her angels came to visit her before she passed, and they said it was time to come ‘home’. Still gives me goosebumps to this day!
*****
I urge everyone to buy this book and read it. Elaine is so brutally honest about her experience. You can’t help but be carried away into her world and cry with her and laugh with her too. A real eye opener for anyone about to or going through a cancer diagnosis. You feel every emotion with her.
Having had cancer myself and my husband currently having treatment, I was with her through her journey in the book.
So beautifully written, giving you such an insight into her personal thoughts and feelings. You feel she’s sharing them with just you.
Brilliant!
Having had cancer myself and my husband currently having treatment, I was with her through her journey in the book.
So beautifully written, giving you such an insight into her personal thoughts and feelings. You feel she’s sharing them with just you.
Brilliant!
*****
I read this book in one sitting. It is an honest and generous account of Elaine's journey through illness and living life. I cried and I laughed and recommend anyone interested in health and breast cancer to read this. It is also packed with inspirational personal tips when dealing with illness and listening to your own body's wisdom. Bravo angel.
*****
The book is so inspirational and has an amazing positive thread all the way through..
What an inspirational gift Elaine has given us in sharing her a story . ❤️
What an inspirational gift Elaine has given us in sharing her a story . ❤️
*****
A non stop read from Elaine, her story that thousands of women can relate to having had, but still her personal journey of self discovery, she joyously shares with us. She has a real connectivity with People and does a great job inspiring us All to take Life by the horns One day at a time. Thank you.
*****
An absolutely inspirational read, especially for anyone who may, sadly, be diagnosed with breast cancer. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this and laughed and cried many times. Wonderful book.
*****
"I’ve read it from cover to cover and just couldn’t put it down. You told your journey so well and I really enjoyed it. I’m sure everyone who reads it will feel compassion for what you endured and how you worked through it all. This was your journey and you told it well ... I loved it. It comes from the heart, just bloody great."
*****
A really wonderful book which I just couldn't put down. Refreshingly down to earth it is a great insight into the journey of someone coping with a cancer diagnosis, the emotions and coping mechanisms. I found it very easy to read, humorous and instructive and have no hesitation in thoroughly recommending it.
*****
An amazing true life journey that this brave woman took after being twice diagnosed with breast cancer. It is an inspiration to read this book even if you have never suffered cancer it gives the reader hope and determination to live their own lives to the full. Written with humour and humility. I really recommend it, a very good read.
*****
A must for everyone whether you are currently having health difficulties or as a 'heads up' guide. Elaine Collier has written frankly, with honesty and humour and provides food for thought should you ever have to make similar decisions.