Sarah, Duchess of York, has expressed her overwhelming gratitude for the love and support she has received from people all over the world following her eight-hour single mastectomy operation. The 63-year-old duchess discovered she had early-stage breast cancer during a routine mammogram.
During an episode of her Tea Talks podcast, which was released on Thursday, Sarah spoke about how deeply moved she has been by the messages she has received. She shared one note that said: “You are the strongest, bravest person I know and it’s because of you that I’m still here.”
Sarah said the outpouring of support has given her the strength to move forward. She described the incredible gestures of kindness she has received, including beautiful flowers, letters, and cards.
She was overwhelmed by the love she has received from not only the entire nation but also globally. She said: “It’s just unbelievable. Just extraordinary. And it’s not just the nation but it’s globally and people have been beyond, so yes… just blown away really."
The duchess emphasized that this overwhelming support has given her the determination to continue on her journey and not let anyone down. She expressed her gratitude for the medical professionals who performed the eight-hour surgery and encouraged everyone to get screened.
In discussing her experience, Sarah stressed the importance of not trying to be a superhero and allowing oneself time to heal. She advised taking small steps and trusting the guidance of others. Additionally, she expressed her desire for a mastectomy bra that is both functional and fashionable, as it helps to maintain a sense of femininity and confidence.
The duchess said: “The most beautiful, beautiful flowers have arrived. There’s letters, there’s cards, and it’s just been an outpouring of kindness.
“And it’s so much so that you can’t… you know, the mind has made up so many games before this thinking everyone believes what they read in the newspapers, and then with all this outpouring of love, it’s like almost it’s everybody’s eulogies to me.
“I know, and I’m here, and it’s really amazing the love that I’m getting from the entire nation.
“I mean, it’s just unbelievable. Just extraordinary. And it’s not just the nation but it’s globally and people have been beyond, so yes… just blown away really.
“And that is something that has also completely given me strength to go forward, because I won’t let people down. Well, I won’t let myself down.”
The podcast episode was the first one recorded since Sarah's surgery, and she shared a video clip on her Instagram account to update her followers on her recovery progress. She expressed her gratitude to her doctors, nurses, and medical professionals, acknowledging how fortunate she feels to have their support.
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