Considering Breast Implants? Do Your Homework First | Mel Robbins Clips

The speaker shares her experience of getting breast implants and subsequently suffering from various health issues, including brain fog and hair loss, eventually leading to their removal. She emphasizes the importance of doing thorough research before making such decisions and highlights that many decisions in life can be reversed, encouraging listeners to face their regrets and learn from mistakes instead of dwelling on them.

Breast Implant Illness

• 00:01:30 The speaker learned that her breast implants were causing various health issues like brain fog, fatigue, and hair loss. She discovered that breast implants can lead to autoimmune and circulatory problems, and that 97% of survey respondents reported negative health effects from them. This information was discovered through a Facebook group dedicated to the topic.

Implant Recall

• 00:12:57 The speaker's breast implants were recalled over a year prior to her discovering this fact. They were linked to a rare form of lymphoma, and she had the allergen biocell textured implants which were found in 84% of individuals with the cancer. She emphasizes the lack of notification she received about the recall.

Intuition and Regret

• 00:07:21 The speaker emphasizes the importance of listening to one's intuition and not ignoring feelings of discomfort or regret about decisions made. She shares that for three years she ignored her intuition about the implants, and that listening to her intuition could've prevented her issues. The speaker believes most decisions can be reversed and encourages learning from mistakes.

Sharing Experiences

• 00:10:08 The speaker discusses how sharing her experience and communicating her challenges helped her find support and solutions. She highlights that staying silent about regrets can perpetuate negative feelings. Open communication led to receiving support and ultimately helped her to take action in addressing the issue.

Doing Your Homework

• 00:21:01 The speaker concludes that her experience taught her to do thorough research and consider all implications before making any decisions, especially concerning health. She emphasizes the importance of considering all aspects of a decision, not just the exciting parts, and the need for careful consideration before altering one's body.