After bravely battling breast cancer, The Real Housewives of Miami‘s Guerdy Abraira is officially in her “me” era.

The RHOM cast member, who was celebrating nearly a year of being cancer-free at the time of filming Season 7 last fall, recently shared with The Daily Dish how remission has become a “new space” for establishing “rules and boundaries” like never before. 

“In this new journey of self-discovery, I’m bound to make a few mistakes,” Guerdy confessed. “I’m done with negotiating and people-pleasing. In a way, it’s liberating.”

During her health journey, Guerdy also mentioned the supportive advice she received from Julia Lemigova’s wife and fellow cancer survivor Martina Navratilova: “It’s time to be selfish and start saying no.”

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Little by little, she’s been putting that advice into practice by turning down unwanted requests without explanation or fear of disappointing others.

“Putting myself first and disregarding outside opinions marks my ‘me’ era,” Guerdy explained. “It’s my chance to take charge of my narrative and express my truth without interruption. You might upset some people, but sometimes the truth stings.”

Inside Guerdy Abraira’s “emotional” conversation with Dr. Jackie Walters about her health 

Guerdy also touched on those themes during a video call with Married to Medicine‘s Dr. Jackie Walters on RHOM Season 7, Episode 9.

“I’ve known Dr. Jackie for several years, and we share some experiences, like battling breast cancer. She’s a true warrior and two-time survivor,” she said of the Atlanta-based OB-GYN. “She’s my confidante when I need solid advice.”

Guerdy, who expressed she was feeling “amazing,” also revealed she sought guidance on handling a specific challenge in her marriage to Russell Abraira amidst her recovery.

“As you know, my husband’s been strong for me, Russell, and we went to couple’s counseling,” the RHOM ‘Wife shared. “We’re doing great, we’re still such a connected team. But what I do know is that it’s also affecting … my intimacy. Is there anything, Doctor, that you can help with?”

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Explaining that there are “many layers” to the breast cancer journey, Dr. Jackie offered to send Guerdy a “care bag,” before imparting some words of wisdom.

“What you have is imperfect perfection,” she said. “You don’t realize how many of us watch Guerdy. Like, we look at you and think, ‘Oh my god, you don’t look like what you’ve been through.’ When I watch you though, I get so emotional…”

As Guerdy began tearing up, Dr. Jackie continued, “It’s so emotional watching you. You’re amazing. You’re using your platform to give back. We love you. We absolutely love you.”

The event planner tearfully replied that the sentiment was “nice to hear” amid drama with her RHOM castmates whom she felt lacked “empathy” or a willingness to understand her POV.  

“Those ladies that you’re calling friends, they’re there to build you up and make you stronger,” Dr. Jackie reminded her. “Remember: Struggles make you strong. And so, when they’re not understanding who you are, maybe say thank you. … There’s just as much power in the ugly parts of life as there is the pretty parts.”

After Guerdy said that she wants to “go forward,” the Married to Medicine doctor concluded, “That is why you see, like, a big windshield in the front and a small rearview mirror. You know, you look back a little bit, but you look forward a whole lot more.”

Guerdy Abraira opens up about life today after she beat breast cancer

Previously on Episode 7, which aired on July 23, Guerdy shared more updates during her “Celebration of Life” party.

“After cancer, I want to celebrate where I’m at, my attitude, my outlook on life, and I want to share in this happiness with everyone,” she explained of the event that also served to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer.

While tearfully giving a speech, Guerdy added, “For me, cancer changed everything. Cancer showed me that I’m not always in control. And as horrible as cancer is, I thank cancer for showing me another way to live because now I’m living even louder.”

Joking that her MRI results confirmed she’s “100 percent that bitch,” she credited her husband, Russell, as well as their two sons, Miles, 17, and Liam, 11, with helping to keep her afloat.

“I must say that I would not be here tonight celebrating life if it wasn’t for the love of my life,” Guerdy said, calling Russell “my best friend, my soul, my heart” on stage. “Mommy could not have endured without you two, Miles, and Liam … I love you guys so much.”

In closing, she continued, “It wasn’t until I beat breast cancer that I decided to redefine how I live my life and be true to myself and my emotions, as we all should, by the way. So, if you’re gonna be happy, laugh and smile. If you’re gonna be sad, cry. If you’re gonna be mad, let it out.”

Get a sneak peek at what’s still to come with Guerdy and her castmates on RHOM Season 7 by checking out the midseason trailer.

— Reporting by Stephanie Gomulka