Radiation update

Suz

You have the same issues as me! I am also waking up at night and stressing out about worst poss scenarios. I also saw a psychologist today and reviewed strategies for worry and negative thoughts. I know all about mindfulness and breathing and the mind/body connection - but can I do it right now? Tricky...

I will review those links - thanks a lot for the tips. I agree about the" think positive" thing - I am sure I will hit someone soon. How did cancer ever be cured by thoughts anyway? I know they mean well....but still.

You are nearly finished the radiation and I am glad you are now on leave. You need to rest.

I went back to work for a few days (not really interested) but will see the Dr again tomorrow and ask for a certificate for 6 weeks off - but I will try to work Mondays during this period. I find I recover on the weekend a bit and then go downhill by end of week. Radiation effects appear to be cumulative. Onc agrees. So working Mondays will be the best idea for a while.

I will plan my days - see friends but also plan meditation times and rest times. I am eating more raw food and fresh juice. So here's hoping it will be ok.

It is great to read your story, thanks for sharing, Best Wishes for the next few weeks of recovery, Lyn x