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I never realised before I was diagnosed that faily and friends can actually make you feel worse than you already do.
After receiving my diagnoses last Monday I have tried to spend quality time with...
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Hi SuziBee
I had a similar experience when I was first diagnosed in June 2010. I couldn't cope with everyones stories, opinions, or questions. Every single person I spoke to had a cancer story and I was expected to hear every single detail. I was told what to do, when to do it, Things I should eat and shouldn't eat, alternative medicine people I should see and second opinions I should seek.
I tried talking to a close friend about my feelings and she got angry with me because she said people were just trying to help.
So, I took a step back. I realised that people only meant well, even if it wasn't helping. I had to remember that they are in shock too and were scared for me. I needed to put myself first for a while (something I think all mums almost never do) I turned off my mobile and had my mother (who visited everyday) and husband handle all communication until such time as I could get my head around what had just happened to me.
Protect yourself as you will need all your energy to win the fight. In the end everyone will understand and will be there for you in a way that will help.
Good luck and keep up your strength.
Janeann