DCIS and feeling down
At the end of November I was diagnosed with a high grade DCIS. Having had no symptoms this was a huge shock for me. I tried to only tell close family and friends as I didn’t want to share my journey w...
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Welcome @mrscords.
So sorry to hear you feeling like that, but in answer to your question, yes, I think most of us if not all of us felt and feel exactly like you. Exactly the same feelings. Alternating between them. A year later, I still go through those emotions and feel some trauma from my first surgery back in April. And you need to feel those emotions, you really do. They’re a part of life and a part of you. Don’t chase them away, just acknowledge them, thank them and release them. Sometimes just sit with them until they pass. It’s a massive shock, very life changing, so it’s perfectly understandable.
So sorry to hear you feeling like that, but in answer to your question, yes, I think most of us if not all of us felt and feel exactly like you. Exactly the same feelings. Alternating between them. A year later, I still go through those emotions and feel some trauma from my first surgery back in April. And you need to feel those emotions, you really do. They’re a part of life and a part of you. Don’t chase them away, just acknowledge them, thank them and release them. Sometimes just sit with them until they pass. It’s a massive shock, very life changing, so it’s perfectly understandable.
It’s also understandable to be uncomfortable with your husband seeing you. I doubt it’s a problem for him cos he loves you no matter what, but this is about you and how you feel about it.
You have just started in this ‘journey’, it’s still very raw, so give it time. It’s especially stressful waiting for results.
I do strongly suggest asking to see a psychologist. You can see one for free through your GP. I’ve been seeing one for 6 months and the help has been incredible. I went from highly anxious and depressed, to being happier than ever. It was very tough and challenging emotional work, but boy do I feel a lot freer.
Do something nice for yourself please, because you deserve it. And do it regularly. And check in here whenever you need to. It’s a safe space with wonderful ladies.
Hope you had a Merry Christmas ♥️.
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