Vent a little

Hi Keet, my work has been totally amazing too and I was glad that I had the opportunity to go to work when I was well enough between treatments.  I think work helped me keep a positive mindset.  I still work from home at least one day and I was diagnosed nearly one year ago.  I know I have not been as productive since treatment began and it will be a while before that occurs but I remain supported and I will e eternally grateful for that act of generosity.  Imagine how it would feel to be pushed out for something we have not choice over.

If you need to take some time out then do that first before you resign.  Everything that is happening to you is so challenging and takes up so much energy so take a time out to concentrate on treatment and wellness.

Menopause sucks to be polite and some of your feelings will be because of the changes you are going through on that front. My post treatment medication means I now have no estrogen so I am happy what I call a mini-pause because I have already been through the main event.  Menopause can effect your mental well being so perhaps you can discuss it with your gp or oncologist and I definitely recommend seeing a counsellor as they will be able to give you some guidance to help with the stresses you are facing. 

I didn't do HRT to help and that is out of the question now.  Exercise is definitely good to help your symptoms for both treatment and menopause.  Caffeine and alcohol always bought on hot flushes so I limited or chose when I really wanted one or the other. I still dress in layers as that also helps.

I wish you luck and keep venting as much as you need.  Maureen