Navigating Breast Cancer, Mental Health Challenges & Building a Thriving Beauty Business with Eavanna Breen #090

The Laura Dowling Experience

In this episode, we chat with Eavanna Breen, a leading facialist with over 30 years in the aesthetics industry. Eavanna shares her journey from beauty school to owning a top salon on Leeson Street, navigating challenges like the 2008 recession and the pandemic.

She also opens up about discovering pre-cancerous cells, the decision to have surgery, and how this changed her approach to health. Alongside this, Eavanna talks about supporting her teenage daughter through ADHD, depression, and anxiety, and the importance of early mental health intervention.

The episode wraps up with Eavanna’s skincare tips for beginners and her advice on following your passions fearlessly.
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1. Navigating Breast Cancer, Mental Health Challenges & Building a Thriving Beauty Business with Eavanna Breen #090 (00:00:00)

2. Facialist and Breast Cancer Discussion (00:00:03)

3. Starting and Growing a Beauty Business (00:04:22)

4. Balancing Business and Personal Health (00:11:59)

5. Early Detection of Pre-Cancerous Cells (00:15:32)

6. Navigating Breast Cancer Treatment Decisions (00:21:54)

7. Breast Cancer and Mental Health Struggles (00:32:58)

8. Teenage Daughter With ADHD and Depression (00:39:27)

9. Skincare Tips for Beginners (00:51:34)

10. Encouraging Fearlessness and Finding Meaning (00:57:00)