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When our bodies recover from a life-threatening illness, it can be hard for the mind and morale to follow suit. Some even say they resent their body for 'letting them down'.

When our bodies recover from a life-threatening illness, it can sometimes be hard for the mind and morale to follow suit. People can even say they resent their body for 'letting them down'. This was the Anne's experience. She speaks to Sister Dang Nghiem for advice about learning to love her body again and having the confidence to live a full life once more.

Presenter: Sana Safi
Producer: Charlie Taylor and Ruth Edwards

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Mon 20 Dec 202110:32GMT
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