Baring all
News story about showing off the scars doesn’t consider the trauma of seeing this. There’s a lot of discussion about bringing breast cancer to the attention of the public. With one in seven women like...
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Actually she is my friend still. Our relationship goes deeper than an uncaring comment.
When my mother had surgery and decided to reveal her scar to me, unannounced, I saw something horrific that I can never un-see. It’s not just about the breast cancer patient feeling better about baring her body; the feelings of the people who get a surprise ‘eyeful’ should be considered too.
A good reminder. I have offered to show a few friends who appeared interested but have never unexpectedly “flashed myself”.
Recently when I booked a massage, I let the therapist know in case she got a shock. Your comments are a good reminder to be sensitive to others.