"My friend Rebecca had this vision of me in a field with florals covering my nipple and showing how far I’ve come in a year. This session blew my mind. This shot is a favorite of mine. I feel strong, badass, and free." Photographer Mia Purdy (@youbymia) was 36 when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Saying goodbye to her left breast was hard, but she soon found reprieve in the unexpected. Closely documenting her recovery through a series of topless photos helped her reconnect to her body — finding beauty and agency in the impossible. Visit our link in bio to read more of her story on our blog, The Lift. 📸: @ralexandraphoto and @daniellearnoldphotography