Hi @NewBoobsPLS,
Totally agree. Early in chemo i found everything a bit clinical and i wanted extra support. I also think something in me clicked in (some sort of survival thing) of wanting to get the best outcome for myself. I started exercise physiology, got a gp plan for a dietician and did the lympodema checks.
I think the diet part helped me feel better. The exercise part helped my body feel stronger and gave me energy. The exercise physiologists provided a supportive, fun atmosphere which made my spirits higher. I still go now and will until i feel well enough maybe to yo to a normal gym.
Physically i am not where i want to be. But im hopeful things will improve now.
I also agree about the mini rewards. I was looking fwd to new years to celebrate finishing chemo and my birthday to finish radio. Both times it was not quite as i imagined but having something to look forward to is a big thing mentally for me. Small wins.
Family has been a massive support. Im reflecting now on how hard it has been for everyone else. I kept a fb page with only the closest friends and family. It has been my journal through good and bad. Ive had a cheersquad.
Ive enjoyed chats here and fledgling friendships, understanding, care.
Humour also important. I follow lizzy_england in instagram and she is someone who has been on this path, who can make light of the situation who i admire. Younger than me 30.
Im looking fwd now. I hope to be feeling really well in a few weeks and enjoying the outdoors, exercising and socialising.
Michele
