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arpie
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Feel free to ask ANY questions of us, as there are NO dumb questions. We've 'been there, done that' so know how you are feeling just now & what you are going thru. And someone is sure to have experienced what you are concerned about - so ASK AWAY.
It is a roller coaster of emotions for sure - so feeling sad, angry, even confused, is all totally normal as it has happened to most of us at one stage or another - so don't be afraid to 'let it all out' .... it can even be quite cathartic to have a big SCREAM now & then, probably in the safety of your car, away from other people tho, so you don't scare them!
And don't forget to ring our helpline on 1800 500 258 to have a chat with our Helpline, if you'd like a real person to 'chat with' ... Mon-Fri, 9-5 hours.
You may also like to check out the podcasts by Charlotte Tottman - as she is a specialist BC Counsellor who was diagnosed with Breast Cancer 5+ years ago. She's had a double mastectomy, stayed flat and KNOWS what we've all gone thru! She was surprised too, at the emotions she went thru herself, as they were totally different from what she'd 'thought they were', when she was counseling women prior to her own diagnosis. So she 'gets it'. They are very easy listening. xx
You can see what others have discussed previously - and as you go thru the pages, even some of the older posts will have snippets of meaningful tips that may help you xx
Always, take one step at a time, one day at a time, one hour at a time, if needed xx.
And make sure you stay away from Dr Google, as a lot of it is outdated & not relevant to your own diagnosis ... and may only confuse or scare you.
Ask important questions of your medical team (and/or your Breast Care Nurse, when you are connected with one) or the Helpline or us - those that have actually been thru it all x
Take care & all the best
It is a roller coaster of emotions for sure - so feeling sad, angry, even confused, is all totally normal as it has happened to most of us at one stage or another - so don't be afraid to 'let it all out' .... it can even be quite cathartic to have a big SCREAM now & then, probably in the safety of your car, away from other people tho, so you don't scare them!
And don't forget to ring our helpline on 1800 500 258 to have a chat with our Helpline, if you'd like a real person to 'chat with' ... Mon-Fri, 9-5 hours.
You may also like to check out the podcasts by Charlotte Tottman - as she is a specialist BC Counsellor who was diagnosed with Breast Cancer 5+ years ago. She's had a double mastectomy, stayed flat and KNOWS what we've all gone thru! She was surprised too, at the emotions she went thru herself, as they were totally different from what she'd 'thought they were', when she was counseling women prior to her own diagnosis. So she 'gets it'. They are very easy listening. xx
http://www.drcharlottetottman.com.au/my-podcast.html
Also, check the out the 'Search Area' - there is invaluable information there from all members on a huge range of topics ...... (but change the 'Sort By' option from 'Best Match' to 'NEWEST' for the most recent discussions on any topics that you can think of.You can see what others have discussed previously - and as you go thru the pages, even some of the older posts will have snippets of meaningful tips that may help you xx
Always, take one step at a time, one day at a time, one hour at a time, if needed xx.
And make sure you stay away from Dr Google, as a lot of it is outdated & not relevant to your own diagnosis ... and may only confuse or scare you.
Ask important questions of your medical team (and/or your Breast Care Nurse, when you are connected with one) or the Helpline or us - those that have actually been thru it all x
Take care & all the best
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