Feel the need to withdraw from family
Hi All. I'm 4 months post active radiation treatment and on hormone therapy and Venlafaxine. When I was diagnosed my husband was in hospital with an undiagnosed illness. In fact, my husband is ...
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Hi@carolr
have been away from this site for a while ( just done 2nd yr of post op hormone therapy) I have a husband oblivious and unhelpful , mostly always been so, and a kind sister too far away. I found living with someone like that made me find it very difficult to accept help, easier not to ask, wanting to keep it a secret from others (although I eventually did get unexpected support from wider friends and a good psychologist). Because of the casual neglect in my relationship I found attention embarrassing and strange, I would flood with tears whenever someone was nice to me, and that is not a good way to live . I have to force myself to break the habit and share a little, let people know that it was and is a big trauma and the anxiety remains and I deserve kindness. You never know from which quarter you will find help, could be someone you dont know yet, but an understanding psychologist is a saviour and I also found great support here. There are many regulars on here that are wise and generous. Best wishes
have been away from this site for a while ( just done 2nd yr of post op hormone therapy) I have a husband oblivious and unhelpful , mostly always been so, and a kind sister too far away. I found living with someone like that made me find it very difficult to accept help, easier not to ask, wanting to keep it a secret from others (although I eventually did get unexpected support from wider friends and a good psychologist). Because of the casual neglect in my relationship I found attention embarrassing and strange, I would flood with tears whenever someone was nice to me, and that is not a good way to live . I have to force myself to break the habit and share a little, let people know that it was and is a big trauma and the anxiety remains and I deserve kindness. You never know from which quarter you will find help, could be someone you dont know yet, but an understanding psychologist is a saviour and I also found great support here. There are many regulars on here that are wise and generous. Best wishes