Well meaning..but not helpful (for me)
I've recently been diagnosed. I let the initial shock subside and embraced that part of my brain & personality which is about process and planning rather than panic. So lots of information gathering, ...
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@ValerieLouise
https://www.bcna.org.au/media/2128/bcn_helping_a_friend_brochure_web.pdf
https://www.bcna.org.au/understanding-breast-cancer/talking-to-family-and-friends/
the links above are from the BCNA website - perhaps having that brochure around for your friend(s) to read may in turn help them to understand
There's lot of other info on the website as well as that you may find helpful
Take care
https://www.bcna.org.au/media/2128/bcn_helping_a_friend_brochure_web.pdf
https://www.bcna.org.au/understanding-breast-cancer/talking-to-family-and-friends/
the links above are from the BCNA website - perhaps having that brochure around for your friend(s) to read may in turn help them to understand
There's lot of other info on the website as well as that you may find helpful
Take care