Elle Macpherson Details “Daunting” Private Battle With Breast Cancer

Elle Macpherson Details “Daunting” Private Battle With Breast Cancer

As a dedicated follower of inspiring stories, I find myself deeply moved by Elle Macpherson‘s courage and resilience in her seven-year battle with breast cancer. Her journey is a testament to the strength of the human spirit, and her determination to trust her inner sense and find a holistic approach speaks volumes about her character.


Elle Macpherson is opening up about a battle she’s been fighting privately for seven years.

The well-known fashion model has recently announced that she’s been dealing with a type of breast cancer known as HER2 positive oestrogen receptive intraductal carcinoma. She opted to maintain privacy about her health challenges until now, preferring to keep them private.

In her conversation with The Australian Women’s Weekly, she expressed that the situation was surprising, challenging, and puzzling in numerous ways. It presented an opportunity for self-discovery, leading her to delve into her inner resources to find a solution tailored to her needs. She recognized the importance of her personal truth and belief system to sustain her through this period. As a result, it became a profound journey of self-trust, body trust, and adherence to the path she had chosen for herself. In essence, it was an empowering experience of staying true to oneself.

Instead of following her doctor’s initial recommendation for radiation, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and breast reconstruction, Elle chose a different path after consulting with 32 medical professionals and specialists.

In simple terms, she referred to her treatment as a “feel-driven, comprehensive method” that she’s receiving from a doctor practicing integrative medicine. This approach involves blending various therapies and modifications in lifestyle to enhance health. She shares the intimate account of this personal experience in her forthcoming memoir titled “Elle“.

In the book, as an ardent enthusiast, I express that I opted for a holistic approach. Stepping away from conventional medical remedies was undoubtedly the most challenging decision I’ve faced in my life. However, defying my own intuition would have proven to be an even greater challenge.

Elle Macpherson Details “Daunting” Private Battle With Breast Cancer

Choosing the unconventional path wasn’t without its difficulties, especially dealing with friends and relatives who disagreed with my approach.

Elle clarifies that some people might have considered her as unconventional or perhaps even irrational, due to the choices she made regarding her health. Her son Cy, for instance, was under the impression that chemotherapy leads to death, so he strongly objected to it. Flynn, on the other hand, while more conventional in his thinking, was not comfortable with Elle’s decision. Despite his discomfort, Flynn, as Elle’s son, stood by her through everything and continued to love her regardless of her choices. In their own unique ways, both Cy and Flynn provided support during a difficult time, although they were understandably scared about the situation.

In my personal experience, Arki was incredibly supportive throughout our journey together, even when we found ourselves on different wavelengths regarding my holistic lifestyle choices. He may not have always agreed with me, but his unwavering support was truly invaluable.

She remarks, “He actually wrote to express his admiration for my bravery, but I could tell he was worried since I chose an unconventional method over pharmaceuticals. To him, this was a radical choice, while I viewed the traditional chemotherapy and surgery as the more drastic option.”

Elle Macpherson Details “Daunting” Private Battle With Breast Cancer

Regarding her recovery, Elle spent eight months in Phoenix, Arizona, living by herself in a house, all the while receiving medical attention from a doctor. She dedicated each and every moment to self-healing.

Her efforts paid off.

She shared with AWW, “In conventional terms, I’m in clinical remission, but to me, it feels like total vitality! Indeed, from every medical examination, every blood test, every scan, every imaging test, as well as mentally, emotionally, and spiritually—it’s not just about physical health. It’s also about the reasons and ways you live your life in all aspects.”

Meanwhile, she chose to keep her health experiences private, but she did mention that she conversed with fellow Australian, the late Olivia Newton-John (who passed away in 2022 after a prolonged fight with cancer), who similarly embraced a holistic approach for her cancer care.

As a fellow traveler on this healing path, I’ve had the privilege to connect with you not just once, but several times since my diagnosis. We may have navigated our journeys in distinct ways, but we’ve undeniably shared our emotions, insights, and strategies along the way.

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2024-09-03 18:36